Quote by Ivan Illich

The public school has become the established church of secular society.

The public school has become the established church of secul

Summary

This quote suggests that public schools have assumed a position similar to that of a religious institution in a society that is predominantly secular. Like established churches, public schools are seen as the significant and influential institutions that shape values, belief systems, and education for the general public. They play a crucial role in imparting knowledge, socializing students, and molding them into active citizens. By comparing public schools to churches, this quote highlights the significant impact and role that public education has in shaping society and individuals, while also emphasizing the diminished influence of religious institutions in secular societies.

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By Ivan Illich

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