Moral Decay: A Silent Threat to the Existence of Nations
An imam and professor of Sharia at the Higher School of Teachers examines the causes behind the collapse of civilizations throughout history. He notes that nations often crumble not due to natural disasters, but because of internal decay stemming from moral dissolution and widespread depravity. The author argues that history, supported by religious teachings, confirms that extreme luxury and immorality strip individuals of virtues like honor, modesty, and resilience, rendering them slaves to their own desires. The article warns against certain Western-oriented and modernist movements that attempt to impose foreign values under the guise of progress, asserting that these trends only serve to destroy the moral fabric of society. Citing the observations of historian Will Durant regarding the fall of Rome, Persia, and Babylon, the author draws parallels to contemporary behaviors. The piece concludes with a call for intellectuals and opinion leaders to confront these phenomena to protect the identity and ethical foundations of the community from further moral degradation.