Familiarize the people with the truth of Islam so that the young generation may not think that the men of religion in the mosques of Qum and al-Najaf believe in the separation of church from state, that they study nothing other than menstruation and childbirth and that they have nothing to do with politics.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- The speaker urges teaching people that Islam involves politics and not just rituals.
- In plain terms
- Tell people Islam is about politics, not just rituals.
- What can you take from it?
- Religious study should include political engagement.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Should religion teach politics?
- How do religious leaders shape political views?
Another view
The message assumes all mosques separate church and state.
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