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Would something straight out of The Giver, an equalized, perfect, emotionless society, be "wrong"?
Can you please elaborate on this? What is The Giver? What exactly is meant by equalized, perfect and emotionless? What do you take to be "wrong"?Blahness said:Would something straight out of The Giver, an equalized, perfect, emotionless society, be "wrong"?
In The Giver's society, the concept of "Ignorance is Bliss" refers to the idea that the citizens are kept ignorant of the harsh realities of the world in order to maintain peace and order. This is achieved through the suppression of emotions, memories, and individuality.
The society in The Giver controls and manipulates its citizens through various means such as the suppression of emotions and memories, strict rules and regulations, and the assignment of roles and responsibilities. They also use technology, such as the daily injections that suppress emotions, to maintain control over the citizens.
The consequences of living in a society where ignorance is considered bliss include the loss of individuality and freedom, lack of emotional depth and connection with others, and the inability to understand and cope with the realities of the world. It also leads to a stagnant and controlled society where progress and change are discouraged.
Jonas challenges the concept of "Ignorance is Bliss" by questioning the rules and regulations of the society and seeking knowledge and truth. He also starts to experience emotions and memories, which were previously suppressed, and realizes the importance of these aspects of life. Ultimately, he chooses to leave the society and embrace the unknown, challenging the idea that ignorance is the key to happiness.
Some real-life examples of societies that value ignorance over knowledge include authoritarian regimes that suppress information and control the media, cults that isolate their members from the outside world and restrict access to information, and societies where education and critical thinking are not encouraged or accessible. These societies often use fear and manipulation to maintain control over their citizens.