Direct Quote by Daisaku Ikeda
“Likewise, education can direct people toward good or evil ends. When education is based on a fundamentally distorted worldview, the results are horrific.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: World Conference on Education, 2018
Education shapes moral direction; distorted teachings lead to disastrous outcomes.
In simple terms: Education can guide good or evil; distorted views cause harm.
Key Takeaway
Promote critical, balanced education.
Themes
morality
education
worldview
Mood
concerned
thoughtful
Type
philosophical
ethical
When to use this quote
- curriculum design
- policy making
- social reform
Key Concepts
philosophy of education
ethical teaching
Questions to Reflect On
- How can curricula address biased narratives?
- What role does critical thinking play in moral education?
A Different Perspective
Changing deep‑seated worldviews is difficult.
