Dogma (the plural is either dogmata or dogmas, Greek δόγμα, plural δόγματα) is the established belief or doctrine held by a religion, ideology or any kind of organization, thought to be authoritative and not to be disputed or doubted. While in the context of religion the term is largely descriptive, outside of religion its current usage tends to carry a pejorative connotation — referring to concepts as being "established" only according to a particular point of view, and thus one of doubtful foundation.
Dogma in religion
Religious dogmata, properly conceived, reach back to proofs other than themselves, and ultimately faith. Perhaps the pinnacle of organized exposition of theological dogma is the Summa Theologiae by Thomas Aquinas, who proposed this relationship between faith and objection: "If our opponent believes nothing of divine revelation, there is no longer any means of proving the articles of faith by reasoning, but only of answering his objections — if he has any — against faith" (I 1 8)..
Dogmata are found in many religions such as Christianity and Islam, where they are considered core principles that must be upheld by all followers of that religion. As a fundamental element of religion, the term "dogma" is assigned to those theological tenets which are considered to be well demonstrated, such that their proposed disputation or revision effectively means that a person no longer accepts the given religion as his or her own, or has entered into a period of personal doubt. Dogma is distinguished from theological opinion regarding those things considered less well-known. Dogmata may be clarified and elaborated but not contradicted in novel teachings (e.g., Galatians 1:8-9). Rejection of dogma is considered heresy in certain religions, and may lead to expulsion from the religious group.
For most of Eastern Christianity, the dogmata are contained in the Nicene Creed and the canons of two, three, or seven ecumenical councils (depending on whether one is Nestorian, Oriental Orthodox, or Eastern Orthodox). Roman Catholics also hold as dogma the decisions of 14 later councils and two decrees promulgated by popes exercising papal infallibility (see, e.g., immaculate conception). Protestants to differing degrees affirm portions of these dogmata, and often rely on sect-specific 'Statements of Faith' which summarize their chosen dogmata.
In Islam, the dogmatic principles are contained in the aqidah. Dogma is referred to as Doctrine inside many Christian religions.
Despite the Buddha reportedly asking his students not to believe anything simply because it is stated in religious texts, Buddhist cultural practices often appear to embrace beliefs that appear to be dogmatic in style. Closer academic examination though reveals a more complex reality.
Dogma outside of religion
Many non-religious beliefs are often described as dogmata, for example in the fields of politics or philosophy, as well as within society itself. The term dogmatism carries the implication that people are upholding their beliefs in an unthinking and conformist fashion. Dogmas are thought to be anathema to science and scientific analysis, though some small groups may argue that the scientific method itself is somewhat dogmatic. In a similar way in philosophies such as rationalism and skepticism, although metaphysical considerations are normally not explicit in those fields, traditional religious dogmas tend to be rejected while unexamined presuppositions are sometimes upheld.
Since the Enlightenment, the word "dogma" has typically been used in a negative and derogatory manner, for example, when employees talk about unpopular company policies. Other examples often come from political or national statements, an example would be article 1 section 3 of the United Nations Declaration of Principles on Tolerance:
1.3 Tolerance is the responsibility that upholds human rights, pluralism (including cultural pluralism), democracy and the rule of law. It involves the rejection of dogmatism and absolutism and affirms the standards set out in international human rights instruments.
Dogmatic definition
In Roman Catholicism, a dogmatic definition is an infallible statement published by a pope or an ecumenical council concerning a matter of faith or morals, the belief in which the Roman Catholic Church requires of all Christians (although Christians who are not Catholic do not recognize the Roman Catholic Church's authority in such matters).
Contrary to the stereotype that Catholics think that everything that the pope says is infallible (or that the pope is impeccable, unable to sin, which is false), dogmatic definitions by popes are in fact very rare. Among them are Ineffabilis Deus, the definition by Pope Pius IX in 1854 concerning the Immaculate Conception of Mary, and Munificentissimus Deus, the definition by Pope Pius XII in 1950 concerning the Assumption of Mary.
2006-11-10 15:50:51
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answered by Anonymous
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Dogma is used while somebody is rigidly linked to a set of innovations or ideals. The literalness of the ideals and innovations are dealt with as absolute certainty and that they often provide up the guy from ever thinking them or thinking approximately their implications. the guy additionally has a tendency to apply the dogma to rigidly interpret each thing of their own lives and others. that is totally risky for the guy through fact if something occurs of their existence or in the event that they do something that is in violation of the regulations of their dogma, there is not any way out and a guy or woman's judgement of themselves and others will reak havoc.
2016-11-23 13:27:35
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answered by barreda 4
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"Dogma" refers to the fundamental rules of a faith which cannot be changed, for example, the ten commandments.
Catholics believe that since Jesus gave Peter the "keys to the kingdom," the Church can change the little unimportant rules, like whether we can eat meat on Friday, or whether priests should be allowed to marry (Peter, our first Pope, was married -- Jesus healed his mother in law), but can't change "dogma" which is the more serious stuff. The church could never decide, for example, that murder or adultery was ok.
2006-11-09 12:53:18
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answered by Freedom 4
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It's those silly things that men without vision say that gets all us
real Christians in hot water all the time, when all we want to do is share our Peace.
2006-11-09 12:55:45
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answered by royce r 4
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a dogma is a doctrine or body of doctrines formali proclaimed by a church.
2006-11-09 12:54:07
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answered by rafael r 1
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It was a highly irreverent slightly funny movie featuring ben affleck and matt damon.
2006-11-09 12:54:13
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answered by Anonymous
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I don't know... *gets dictionary* i think it's like your beliefs in religion.
heh heh...
My karma ran over my dogma.
2006-11-09 12:52:36
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answered by cheesey 2
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Decree or regulation is its original meaning.
2006-11-09 12:53:04
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answered by Anonymous
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badass movie
2006-11-09 12:51:27
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answered by Cartman 5
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