Religion is an issue of conscience. Everyone is free to conform to the commands of their conscience. We show respect for religion. We are not against a way of thinking or thoughts. We are only trying not to mix religious affairs with the affairs of the nation and the state, we are avoiding reactionary actions that are based on evil intent and deeds.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Religion should be a personal matter, respected but kept separate from state affairs to avoid reactionary actions.
- In plain terms
- Keep religion private and respect it.
- What can you take from it?
- Separate religious and state matters.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- How can states respect religion without endorsing it?
- What are the risks of mixing religion and politics?
Another view
Complete separation can be hard in societies where religion is culturally embedded.
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