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When Belief Becomes Dogma

When Belief Becomes Dogma

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Jan 07, 2024
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A symbolic representation of dogmatism depicted through an allegorical scene. In a desolate, dry desert, a gigantic, immovable iron door stands alone, representing the closed-mindedness of dogmatic beliefs. Surrounding the door are several figures of diverse backgrounds: an Asian young woman, an African elderly man, and a Middle-Eastern teenager, all showing expressions of frustration and confusion as they attempt to open the door. The sky is a mix of orange and red hues, adding a dramatic and intense atmosphere to the image.

Belief and truth exist in constant push and pull. We partake in this dance (so to speak) when we subscribe to beliefs that may or may not be founded on truth, thus preventing us from creating knowledge. The act of believing something should invigorate us with the desire to pursue the truth of that belief — resulting in the formation of knowledge. We mus…

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