Throughout time,
theories have been established by many notable men and women to improve society. Nevertheless, these theories
have no impact on society if they are not put into
practice and, therefore, realized. Karl Marx believed that the purpose of theorizing is to engage in the actual transformation of the world. This view helped him formalize his ideas into realistic
theories that could change the world at the right time in history. This paper examines the relationship between theory and practice, examining who theorized and who practiced. This struggle has made a large impact on Marx's followers and the Marxist societies trying to establish the perfect socialist state.