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On the Genealogy of Morality

ger. Zur Genealogie der Moral · 1887
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Implications and Applications

  • Friedrich Nietzsche's «On the Genealogy of Morality» is used in philosophical and cultural studies to analyze the origins and development of moral values in society.
  • Nietzsche's ideas are applied in critical theory and postmodern philosophy to deconstruct traditional moral systems and examine their influence on contemporary culture.
  • In psychology and psychoanalysis, Nietzsche's concepts of guilt and shame are used to understand individuals' internal motivations and behaviors.
  • In literary and art criticism, ideas from the book are applied to analyze works that explore themes of morality, power, and human nature.
  • In political philosophy, Nietzsche's work is used to critique ideologies based on moral dogmas and to discuss issues of power and subordination.
On the Genealogy of Morality
Date of publication: 25 November 2024
Last updated: 27 November 2024
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On the Genealogy of Morality
Original titleger. Zur Genealogie der Moral · 1887
Genre: Philosophy