Do everything to demonstrate, and in the most emphatic manner, our sympathy for the Moslems, their autonomy, independence, etc.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Lenin urges strong, emphatic support for Muslims' autonomy and independence.
- In plain terms
- Show clear, strong sympathy for Muslim self‑determination.
- What can you take from it?
- Political solidarity can be expressed forcefully.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- How can support be tailored to varied contexts?
- What are the risks of overt political statements?
Another view
The directive assumes a uniform stance on diverse Muslim communities.
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