The distance between the younger generation and the lived experience of the Revolution has changed the way they come to know Imam.
Today, people encounter Imam through the media, books, images, and social media, and it is natural that they may not connect with narratives presented solely on commemorative occasions.
The issue is not to change the Imam’s thought; rather, it is to understand its principles precisely and to be able to explain how they relate to today’s questions and concerns.
“For a generation that has grown up in an environment filled with information, conflicting narratives, and social networks, relying solely on traditional methods of conveying content is no longer sufficient. Today’s audience asks questions, makes comparisons, places different sources alongside one another, and seeks to understand the connection between an idea and the tangible issues of their own lives.”
Adapted from the article “Safeguarding the Imam’s Discourse Through the Passage of Time” by Dr. Bahman Meshk