Literary notes about Tenet (AI summary)
In literature, the word "tenet" is often employed to signify a core belief or principle that anchors an argument, doctrine, or way of life. It is used to denote both explicit dogmas in religious or philosophical discourse—such as a faith’s central doctrine or the underpinning of liberal reasoning—and implicit assumptions that guide behavior or policy. For instance, authors invoke "tenet" to describe a community’s defining belief or an academic principle that shapes its reasoning ([1], [2]), while in other contexts it appears within rhetorical or legal statements to assert an established rule or creed ([3], [4]). Moreover, the term’s use in classical and Latin texts highlights its dual role as both a verb indicating possession or holding and as a substantive expression of foundational opinions ([5], [6]).