Citizens Quote by Mustafa Kemal Ataturk
“In order to stave off covetouness, greed, and spite, citizens world over must be educated.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Republic of Turkey Founding Address, 1923
To prevent greed, envy, and malice, global citizens must receive education, implying education curtails harmful social vices.
In simple terms: Education counters greed and spite.
Key Takeaway
Promote universal education.
Themes
education
ethics
social harmony
citizenship
greed
Mood
determined
hopeful
Type
political
philosophical
When to use this quote
- public schooling
- adult literacy
- community workshops
- policy reform
Key Concepts
political science
philosophy
development studies
Questions to Reflect On
- How can education be made truly transformative?
- What complementary measures reduce greed and spite?
A Different Perspective
Education alone may not change entrenched attitudes.
