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tions, attitudes, and actions. The horizons of their thought
are broad, unaccustomed, and exemplary, for whatever
they do is pertinent and to the point, and everything they
say is wise and true.
An ignorant society is deprived of this vital and impor-
tant feature. People in such a society live out their unref-
lective lives without exercising wisdom; in a world where
mass psychology determines how they feel they should
act. Obviously, this prevents them from being aware of – or
even examining – their deficiencies; they cannot develop
any lasting solutions to their problems and they always
look in the wrong places for happiness and satisfaction.

They have lost the rewards that come from being
honest, dignified and honorable
Unbelievers respect others on the basis of specific
material values. But this respect is false and based on the
desire to obtain a benefit from someone. The virtues that
command real respect are inimitable and immeasurable in
terms of material values. Among these virtues are honesty,
dignity, and honor, all of which give people worth and
importance, and awaken within them real love and respect.
No amount of wealth, beauty, and importance can evoke
the respect felt toward an honest, dignified, and honorable
person. Such people are naturally dignified and grandeur
with the nobility and depth of spirit.
But unbelievers cannot experience these pleasures or
admire those who possess these fine qualities. Their moral
degeneration increases daily, and their society causes

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