Faith Quote by Stephen R.C. Hicks
““That is my second hypothesis: Postmodernism is a response to the crisis of faith of the academic far Left. Its epistemology justifies the leap of faith necessary to continue believing in socialism, and that same epistemology justifies using language not as a vehicle for seeking truth but as a rhetorical weapon in the continuing battle against capitalism.””
About This Quote
Source Book: The Age of American Unreason by Stephen R.C. Hicks, 2017
Postmodernism serves as an intellectual coping mechanism for a left‑leaning academic crisis of faith, turning language into a tool for ideological struggle rather than truth‑seeking.
In simple terms: Postmodernism is used to defend socialism by treating language as a weapon against capitalism.
Key Takeaway
Recognize how epistemology can be weaponized.
Themes
politics
philosophy
ideology
language
faith
Mood
critical
analytical
skeptical
Type
theoretical
political
critical
When to use this quote
- academic debates
- political activism
- media commentary
- educational curricula
Key Concepts
postmodernism
epistemology
rhetoric
capitalism
socialism
Questions to Reflect On
- How does language shape political belief?
- Can faith be separated from ideology?
A Different Perspective
It may oversimplify complex beliefs and ignore genuine spiritual concerns.
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