No, it conveys a message or symbolizes that the person who wears the belt has achieved a level of knowledge and proficiency to graduate from the "novice" stage to the "student or practitioner" stage. A long way before reaching an expert stage or a Sensei stage.
Respect is earned from deeds and actions taken by the wearer of the black belt. Many black belts are worn by those who are not of a moral standing that reaches this level from my view. Many also wear a black belt who are not deserving of the award or the symbological standards of such an award.
The first black belt is a transitional award moving one from the fundamentals to the actual achievement levels of the practice of martial systems. It is significant and important and where many lose site of the ultimate essence and goals of the "way or DO."
Note: this deals with perception and that is governed by; one, what you have been told about the black belt from others and the media; two, what is considered fashionable at the time you ask; three, whether the source is a part of your culture and ethnic group, and finally; four what power relationship exists between you and the source of the answer.
"The Author, it must be remembered, writes from his own standpoint!"
My personal "Interpretive" Lens!
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