Definition of Dogma
Dogma
dog·ma
Definition/Meaning
(noun)
A belief or set of beliefs that is accepted without being questioned or doubted.
e.g. The religious dogma was deeply ingrained in the community's culture.
(noun)
a point of view or tenet put forth as authoritative without adequate grounds;
e.g. Youth groups within churches are known to teach pedagogical dogma.
(noun)
a belief or set of beliefs that is accepted by the members of a group without being questioned or doubted;
e.g. The teachings of religion are regarded as dogma since their origins are clouded in mystery.
(noun)
a belief or set of beliefs taught by a church;
e.g. The bible is the dogma of the Catholic or Christain church.
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