Imagine Communities

"Imagined communities," a concept introduced by Benedict Anderson, refer to groups of people who feel a sense of belonging and shared identity despite not personally knowing each member. These communities, like nations, are built through shared symbols, language, history, and media that create a collective consciousness. This shared mental picture fosters unity and loyalty among members, enabling large groups to function cohesively even without direct interactions. Essentially, it's about how people mentally and emotionally connect with a larger community based on common ideas and symbols rather than face-to-face relationships.