For an idea to become widely known among the general public, its content alone is not enough; the way it is expressed and the art of communicating it also play a decisive role. Presenting a profound idea in language that is not suited to the audience may drive people away rather than spark their interest.
During his lifetime, Imam Khomeini was able to present aspects of his thought in ways that inspired interest and enthusiasm among young people. At the same time, there are challenges in conveying these ideas under the circumstances that followed Imam Khomeini’s passing.
Attention must be paid to the gap between the substance of an idea and the way it is presented—a gap that must be taken seriously when introducing intellectual works to a general audience.
“An idea becomes widespread among the majority of people only when it is accompanied by the art of presenting it effectively.”Extracted and adapted from: “Why Don’t Young People of the Third Generation of the Revolution Have Sufficient Knowledge of Imam Khomeini?”