I hope the time is not far off when I shall be able to unite all the wise and educated men of all the countries and establish a uniform regime based on the principles of the Quran which alone are true and which alone can lead men to happiness.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- The speaker hopes to unite educated men under Quranic principles.
- In plain terms
- I want to unite wise men under Quran principles for happiness.
- What can you take from it?
- Religious principles can guide political regimes.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Can one regime suit all countries?
- Is religious unity achievable?
Another view
Different regions may not accept a single religious regime.
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