Fethullah Gülen: 'I have no other goal than to please God'

Michele Brignone

Born in Turkey and for some time resident in the United States of America, Fethullah Gülen is seen by the American press as one of the most influential spiritual leaders of the planet.

A philosopher, theologian and preacher, he is one of the founders of a movement which is widespread in many countries and active in very various fields, from the economy to education.

Fethullah Gülen is one is one of the most influential intellectuals on the planet. A Muslim, born in Turkey, a polymath active in many areas, he was at the origin of an international movement affecting civil society, the economy, and especially education: "the greatest gift a generation can give to another."