Pierre Bourdieu was a French sociologist who introduced the concept of 'Doxa' in his work. According to Bourdieu, Doxa refers to the set of beliefs and values that are accepted as true and unquestionable within a particular society. These beliefs and values are so deeply ingrained in the minds of individuals that they become naturalized and taken for granted.
Bourdieu argues that Doxa is a form of social capital that can be used by individuals and groups to further their interests and gain power. Those who possess a deep understanding of the Doxa and are able to navigate it effectively have an advantage in society. On the other hand, those who do not conform to the Doxa or challenge it are marginalized and excluded from the mainstream.
Bourdieu argues that Doxa is a form of social capital that can be used by individuals and groups to further their interests and gain power. Those who possess a deep understanding of the Doxa and are able to navigate it effectively have an advantage in society. On the other hand, those who do not conform to the Doxa or challenge it are marginalized and excluded from the mainstream.
Doxa, cultual capital and habitus
Bourdieu's concept of Doxa is closely related to his theory of cultural capital, which refers to the knowledge, skills, and cultural assets that individuals possess and can use to gain social advantage. Doxa is a form of cultural capital that is acquired through socialization and education. Doxa is also related to Bourdieu's concept of Habitus which is the set of dispositions, attitudes, and habits that individuals acquire through their upbringing and socialization. Habitus influences an individual's perception of the world and their behavior in it. It is closely related to Doxa, as both concepts reflect the ways in which individuals are shaped by the social structures and cultural norms that surround them. In other words, habitus and Doxa are mutually reinforcing, with habitus being the internalization of Doxa.
