Ideas Shape Reality More Than Individuals

The disparity in literary translation between Spain and the Arab world highlights a significant intellectual isolation, emphasizing the importance of ideas in shaping culture and society. The sheer volume of ideas being disseminated through translation underscores their power, which can be more impactful and concerning than the actions of a few individuals. While bad actors exist, the real threat often lies in the influence of negative ideas, which have far-reaching consequences that transcend individual behaviors.