Ideologi Quote by Goenawan Mohamad
““Salahkah bila kita menghargai pikiran yang merdeka-yang tidak dikejar kejar, yang tak diusut dan diancam, sebuah pikiran yang tak ditakut-takuti oleh cap "berdosa" atas nama Tuhan ataupun kewaspadaan.””
About This Quote
Source Speech: Public lecture, Indonesia, 2000s
Valuing independent thought that isn’t chased, questioned, or threatened, even when labeled sinful or dangerous by religious or cautious authorities.
In simple terms: Cherish free thinking despite criticism.
Key Takeaway
Defend intellectual freedom.
Themes
freedom of thought
censorship
individualism
Mood
reflective
determined
Type
philosophical
political
When to use this quote
- academic debate
- journalistic writing
- personal decision‑making
- creative work
Key Concepts
philosophy
political critique
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you protect free thought in hostile environments?
- What risks arise from challenging dominant narratives?
A Different Perspective
May provoke backlash from conservative groups.
