Pedagogy of the Oppressed Symbols, Allegory and Motifs

Pedagogy of the Oppressed Symbols, Allegory and Motifs

The symbolism of power

The author uses power to symbolize evil. For instance, the powerful people in society are corrupt, and they use their influence to oppress the poor. Unfortunately, the oppressed have no say in all aspects because they are doomed to suffer.

The system of education

The system of education in place epitomizes sycophancy. Sardonically, instead of empowering students and teachers, the leaders use students as empty accounts from which they later cash out their dividends. Therefore, the education system is tailored in such a way to make students believe that the leaders in place are God-chosen and their policies are correct.

Politics

Politics in the text symbolizes marginalization. Political office is for the rich and influential members of society. Consequently, those in power have tested the sweetness of corruption and oppressing the poor. The poor are marginalized and put in a particular corner of the social spectrum.

The symbolism of Marxist’s theory

The author uses Marxist theory in his text to represent revolution. According to the author, it is time opposition leaders put the government into check and fight for the freedoms of the common people. When people are empowered and given freedom, they effectively participate in making government decisions

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