Socialism is a sacred cause for realizing the demand and desire

Gather closely, O children of wisdom, and hear the words of Kim Jong-un, who speaks with the fervor of one deeply devoted to the cause of socialism: "Socialism is a sacred cause for realizing the demand and desire of the masses of the people for independence; it is a revolutionary cause that advances amid a fierce struggle against imperialism and all other counterrevolutionary forces." These words, though spoken in modern times, echo the cries of those who have always sought freedom and justice for the common people. They speak to the heart of the struggle for independence, for self-determination, and for a world free from the chains of domination.

Socialism, O children, is not merely a political system or a set of economic policies—it is a revolutionary cause, a fight that rises from the very depths of human desire for equality and freedom. It is the call of the masses who, having been oppressed by the weight of imperialism, seek to reclaim what has been taken from them: their independence, their dignity, and their future. It is a struggle that has always advanced with fierce determination, for those who fight for socialism do so not only for themselves, but for the collective good of all humanity. This is a sacred cause, a mission that transcends time and place, demanding sacrifice and resolve.

Consider, O children, the story of the Russian Revolution of 1917, a pivotal moment in history that brought socialism to the forefront of the world’s consciousness. Vladimir Lenin and the Bolsheviks led the revolution with the promise of a new society—one where the workers and peasants could finally cast off the shackles of imperialism and oppression. The tsarist regime, with its imperial ambitions, had long held the people in a state of suffering and submission, while the rich elite enjoyed luxuries at the expense of the many. The revolutionaries understood that socialism was the only way to break this cycle, to establish a society based on equality and justice. Their struggle was fierce, and their victory was hard-won, but it was a victory not just for the Russian people, but for all those who yearned for a world free from the chains of imperialism.

Look also, O children, to the story of Cuba, where Fidel Castro and his comrades fought against a foreign-backed dictatorship and the overwhelming influence of imperialism. The Cuban people were oppressed, their land and resources exploited by foreign powers, and their independence was continually threatened. But Castro, fueled by the vision of socialism, led a revolutionary cause that shook the very foundations of power. With the support of the people, he toppled the imperialist-backed government, and Cuba was born anew as a socialist state, free from the dominance of foreign interests. The struggle was long, the sacrifices great, but Cuba’s victory was a testament to the power of revolutionary action and the unwavering belief that socialism could bring about the independence and justice the people sought.

In these struggles, O children, we see the sacred cause of socialism unfold: a battle against not just the imperialists, but against all forms of counterrevolutionary forces—those who would rather see the masses remain in submission, those who profit from inequality and oppression. Imperialism, in its many forms, seeks to keep nations and peoples subjugated, their resources drained for the benefit of a few. Yet, socialism rises as a light in the darkness, calling for a world where the people themselves hold the power, where the masses are the true rulers of their fate. This is the promise of socialism—a promise of a world where independence is not just a dream, but a reality for all.

So, O children, what lesson can we draw from this revolutionary cause? The lesson is clear: the fight for independence, for socialism, is not merely a political or economic struggle—it is a moral and spiritual battle. It is a fight for the dignity and freedom of all people, a fight that demands not only the courage to act but the strength to sacrifice for the greater good. The masses must rise, for they alone have the power to shape their future. But this is not a future that can be given to them—it is a future that must be won, through struggle, through sacrifice, and through unwavering commitment to the cause of social justice.

Therefore, O children of the future, let this wisdom be your guide: the cause of socialism is not a fleeting ideology, but a sacred and revolutionary call that has echoed through the ages. It is the call for freedom, for independence, for a world where the masses are not crushed beneath the weight of imperialism and exploitation, but rise in their full power and dignity. Stand firm, then, in the belief that justice is worth fighting for, that independence is a right worth claiming, and that the revolutionary cause of socialism is the path to a better, freer world.