FAQ About Michel Foucault
How does Foucault's concept of 'discourse' function?
Foucault viewed 'discourse' as systems of knowledge and language that define and frame our understanding of the world. Discourses are not just ways of speaking but carry power and authority, shaping what is considered truth in a society. They both enable and constrain, opening up specific ways of thinking while closing off others. Foucault emphasized that discourse is a means through which power relations are manifested and maintained in society.
