The Role of Cognitive Dissonance in the Dilemma of Abandoning or Reconstructing Faith

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The Role of Cognitive Dissonance in the Dilemma of Abandoning or Reconstructing Faith

The Role of Cognitive Dissonance in the Dilemma of Abandoning or Reconstructing Faith

Authors : Ali Osman Tezcan, Merve Armagan Bogatekin

Pages : 167-178

Doi:10.62297/idrak.1714248

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Publication Date : 2025-12-15

Article Type : Review Paper

Abstract :This article explores the role of cognitive dissonance in the process of religious conversion. Cognitive dissonance occurs when a person\\\'s beliefs, values, or actions do not match and cause discomfort (Festinger, 1957). This discomfort can lead to a change in beliefs or actions. The study examines many sources, including books, articles and research, to understand how cognitive dissonance affects religion. Key areas discussed include conflicts between religious teachings and life experiences, leadership failures, and the conflict between religion and science. The article also describes how some people strengthen their faith, while others abandon religion to reduce this discomfort. The results suggest that cognitive dissonance is important in understanding why people leave religion and how they adapt to new beliefs. Future research could learn more about the relationship between dissonance and personal, social and cultural factors.
Keywords : Bilişsel Çelişki, Dini Dönüşüm, Dini Terk, İnanç Krizi, Dini Kimlik, Sekülerleşme

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