“Immorality has no language, religion, race or status.” This powerful statement reminds us of one of the most fundamental truths of humanity: Evil and immorality know no boundaries. It does not hide behind a language, nor does it hide in the shadow of a religion, nor is it explained by the characteristics of a race, nor is it legitimized by the privileges of social status. Vice is universal because the dark side of human nature can manifest itself in the same way everywhere, at any time.
Throughout history, humanity has learned this truth through countless examples. Cruelty, corruption, lies, injustice... These are not specific to a particular nation, faith or class. For example, theft exists in every society: Institutionalized corruption in a rich country, everyday stealing in a poor one. But the essence is the same - usurping someone else's right. Similarly, oppression is universal. A dictator's oppression of his own people, a colonizer's brutality in foreign lands, or an individual's violence against those close to him - all are products of the same moral pit.
We often see this expression in political or social debates. When someone is accused, the defense immediately starts with “But he is of our religion/language/race”. No! Immorality does not carry an identity card. If a politician is corrupt, it is wrong to explain it with his “party” or “sect”. Likewise, if a religious leader commits an immoral act, it is unjust to blame it on his “religion”. True piety already requires morality; piety without morality is a contradiction.
So why do some people blame immorality on the “other”? Because it is an easy way to hide their own faults. This is why racism, nationalism or sectarianism are dangerous: By attributing evil to particular groups, they deny its universality. Yet history shows us that the greatest massacres, genocides and injustices have been committed by people of all races and religions. Human history is a gallery that proves how limitless immorality is.
What is the solution? First, to judge morality independently of identities. When evaluating an action, ask not “Who did it?” but “What did they do?”. Education, justice systems and individual conscience are key to this. Morality can exist independently of religions or cultures, because it is based on empathy and justice. Rules such as not killing, not stealing, not lying are universal values common to almost all societies - because they are what sustain societies.
In conclusion, this statement is a warning to us: As we struggle against immorality, let us not see it as unique to “others”. We all have the potential for it. True virtue is to stand against immorality in and around ourselves - regardless of language, religion, race, status. Because vice knows no borders, but neither does morality. It too is universal and is the strongest bond that unites us.
Society has to fight against immorality hand in hand. .