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Michel Foucault's "The Archaeology of Knowledge" (Part 3/4)

Theory & Philosophy

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The Role of Institutions in Shaping Personal Truths

This chapter explores how institutions, particularly the Catholic Church, shape personal understanding and self-awareness through structured interactions. It contrasts traditional therapeutic approaches with historical communal knowledge development, highlighting the role of authority in interpreting individual truths and shaping identity.

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