Tokayev congratulates Kazakhstanis on Abai Day

President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev extended heartfelt congratulations to Kazakhstanis on Abai Day, emphasizing the profound and enduring significance of the great thinker's creative and intellectual legacy. He described Abai's teachings as a moral compass for the nation, guiding people toward self-improvement and spiritual growth, concepts embodied in his idea of 'Tolyk Adam' or the 'whole person.' Abai's open critique of societal problems and his warnings against idleness continue to resonate.

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His teachings serve as a moral compass and a guide for our people. He spoke openly about society’s problems and warned against idleness and laziness. Abai introduced the idea of ‘Tolyk Adam’, a profoundly meaningful and timeless concept of the ‘whole person,’ in other words, a path toward self-improvement and spiritual growth.

This year's Abai Day celebration occurs during a period of large-scale transformation in Kazakhstan. The nation is implementing a new People's Constitution and initiating a comprehensive renewal of governmental institutions. President Tokayev highlighted this as a historic phase laying the groundwork for future development. The upcoming Kurultai elections and the establishment of a unicameral Parliament are expected to invigorate reforms and strengthen constructive societal values.

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This year, we are celebrating Abai Day amid a large-scale transformation of the state and society. Kazakhstan’s People’s Constitution has entered into force, and the process of renewing all institutions of government has begun.

Tokayev stressed that Abai's legacy is a cornerstone in shaping a new public ethic, reinforcing national identity, and promoting humanistic ideals. The President noted that the poet and philosopher foresaw the nation's future in the pursuit of knowledge, diligent work, and responsibility, prophetically advocating for unity and harmony. His 'Words of Edification' remain a vital source for modern Kazakhstan's value system.

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When it comes to shaping a new public ethic, strengthening national identity and promoting humanistic ideals, we consistently turn to Abai’s legacy.

The President connected Abai's vision to current national initiatives like 'Adal Azamat' (Honest Citizen), 'Taza Kazakhstan' (Clean Kazakhstan), and 'Law and Order,' which form the basis of the harmonious society Abai envisioned. He expressed confidence that the thinker's legacy will continue to foster genuine patriotism and love for the Motherland as Kazakhstan builds a Just, Strong, and Progressive nation. The message concluded with wishes for health, prosperity, and new achievements for all citizens.

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The conceptual ideas of ‘Adal Azamat,’ ‘Taza Kazakhstan,’ and ‘Law and Order’ form the foundation of the harmonious society Abai dreamed of.