Beliefs are
interesting concepts. They can be
direct, meaningful, and heavily opinionated, but they can also be made without
conscious intention because they are influenced by everything. Culture, media,
upbringing, and location greatly impact the way beliefs are formed. Because of
the subconscious effects of these contributing factors, many misconceptions are
associated with the topic.
Human reason is based on
observation and preconceived ideas. We
base our opinions based on what is fact. But are facts really facts? Are we basing our beliefs on what is
definitely 100% indisputable? Is anything really indisputable? The definition
of a fact is something that already exists and is true. General reality. But
who decides what is true? Absolute truth is a very controversial topic in our
day. It is a belief that there is indisputable truth. Relative truth is the
idea that truth is relative to what one believes is true. Both of these are
beliefs. Do you see the issue? Not everyone agrees on what truth is, therefore
how can facts exist in the realm of ideology and in general? The facts that one
accepts agree with his belief. English would define this as a circular
argument. Beliefs are based on facts that are based on beliefs. It is a
never-ending cycle.
A belief is completely biased. They are
opinions based on opinions. Using an “I believe…” statement is a terrible
argument because the basis is opinion holds no significant evidence. But then
again, that is my opinion so is that true?
The bigger picture I would like to
shine some light on is the error in this relativism. If we hold to no truth it
becomes what we want it to. Whatever we say goes. This accounts for a major
portion of the moral decay of society. It is a beautiful concept that we can be
whatever we want to be, but this is practically anarchy! Who is to tell someone
like Hitler that he cannot kill off the entire Jewish population? He believes
it is for the better of humanity. Who is to stop him? Using this ideology will
lead to governments losing control of citizens, parents losing control of
children, and society crumbling. What does the current state of the world look
like to you? I support democracy in giving the people the power, but it would
be insane to sit back and watch society crumble without at least presenting the
question.
What do you base your belief on? What is your truth and what are the
implications of your belief?
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