Quote by Terry Eagleton

Deconstruction insists not that truth is illusory but that it is institutional.

Deconstruction insists not that truth is illusory but that i

Summary

This quote suggests that deconstruction, a critical theory approach, does not deny the existence of truth but emphasizes that truth is constructed and maintained by social institutions. It argues that truth is not universal or objective, but shaped by power dynamics, societal norms, and cultural contexts. Deconstruction highlights the idea that different institutions, such as governments, religions, or educational systems, have their own version of truth, and understanding this process helps uncover hidden biases and power structures within societal norms and beliefs.

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By Terry Eagleton

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