“We will acquire knowledge and science wherever they are to be found and we will stuff them into the head of every individual in the country. No limits, no conditions can be attached to knowledge and science.” ScienceKnowledgeLearningCultural Revolution Book:Atatürk: The Biography of the Founder of Modern Turkey Source: Atatürk: The Biography of the Founder of Modern Turkey
“In the face of knowledge, science, and of the whole extent of radiant civilization, I cannot accept the presence in Turkey’s civilized community of people primitive enough to seek material and spiritual benefits in the guidance of sheikhs. The Turkish republic cannot be a country of sheikhs, dervishes and disciples. The best, the truest order is the order of civilization. To be a man it is enough to carry out the requirements of civilization. The leaders of dervish orders will understand the truth of my words, and will themselves close down their lodges [tekke] and admit that their disciples have grown up.” ScienceKnowledgeRevolutionCivilizationTurkish History Book:Atatürk: The Biography of the Founder of Modern Turkey Source: Atatürk: The Biography of the Founder of Modern Turkey
“Let’s be courageous in the matter of women. Let’s forget fear. Let’s adorn their minds with serious knowledge and science. Let’s teach chastity in a healthy, scientific way. Let’s give top priority to giving women honour and dignity.” SciencePoliticsWoman S Rights Book:Atatürk: The Biography of the Founder of Modern Turkey Source: Atatürk: The Biography of the Founder of Modern Turkey