The concept of second naivete in belief systems

The concept of the second naivete, as described by French philosopher Paul Ricoeur, involves a progression in belief systems. It starts with the first naivete where one believes in a higher power and faith, followed by a phase of disillusionment as one realizes the constructed nature of religion. The second naivete signifies a return to belief but with the acknowledgment of the human construction of faith, finding value in religious practices despite understanding their origins.