The Damage of Indoctrinating Children Into Religion Ruining Adulthood
A Discussion with Advanced Google Gemini
10 min readApr 9, 2024
Are you aware of the indoctrination practices of religion?
Gemini:
Yes, I’m aware of the concept of religious indoctrination and the potential for religions to use techniques that could be considered coercive or manipulative. Here’s a breakdown of how this complex issue is viewed:
What is Indoctrination?
- Generally: Indoctrination is the process of teaching someone to accept a set of beliefs uncritically, without questioning or considering alternative perspectives.
- In the religious context: This could involve presenting religious doctrines as unquestionable truths, suppressing counter-arguments, or using emotional manipulation techniques to instill strong adherence.
Indoctrination Practices Within Religions
Some religious groups or individuals within religions might use practices like:
- Repetition and Reinforcement: Constant exposure to specific religious teachings or rituals without space for critical thought.
- Isolation and Control: Limiting exposure to outside information or influences…