Culture Quote by Neil Postman
““Technopoly is a state of culture. It is also a state of mind. It consists in the deification of technology, which means that the culture seeks its authorization in technology, finds its satisfactions in technology, and takes its orders from technology.””
About This Quote
Source Book: Technopoly: The Surrender of Culture to Technology, 1992
Culture treats technology as ultimate authority, seeking meaning, satisfaction, and direction from it.
In simple terms: Technology is worshipped as the source of meaning and guidance.
Key Takeaway
Question the dominance of tech in shaping values.
Themes
culture
technology
authority
meaning
dependence
Mood
critical
thoughtful
analytical
Type
philosophical
critical
When to use this quote
- policy making
- education reform
- personal decision making
- media consumption
- organizational strategy
Key Concepts
Technological determinism
cultural critique
secularization
Questions to Reflect On
- How does reliance on technology affect personal autonomy?
- What values are lost when tech dictates culture?
A Different Perspective
Technology cannot replace human judgment and ethical reasoning.
