👉 In the context of philosophy, "bedarkening" refers to a state or condition where one's perceptions are so distorted or confused that they do not accurately reflect reality. It can refer to an inability to perceive things as they truly are due to a lack of knowledge or understanding about the world around us. This term is often used in discussions about cognitive dissonance, where individuals may experience confusion or inconsistency in their beliefs and perceptions due to a misinterpretation of information presented to them.