Courses Quote by Bashar al-Assad
“With the time, yes we can be worried, because the secular state should reflect secular society, and this secular society, with the time, if you don't get rid of those terrorists and these extremists and the Wahabi style, of course it will influence at least the new and the coming generations.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Public address, 2023
The speaker argues that a secular state must reflect a secular society, warning that extremist ideologies will shape future generations if not removed.
In simple terms: Secularism requires removing extremist influences.
Promote secular values and counter extremism.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- policy reform
- education curricula
- community dialogue
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can societies effectively counter extremist ideologies?
- What role does education play in secularism?
Extremist ideas may persist despite suppression.