The Antichrist

Interesting Facts

• The book «The Antichrist» was written in 1888 but published only in 1895, after Nietzsche's death.
• In «The Antichrist», Nietzsche sharply criticizes Christianity, calling it a religion of weakness and decline.
• Nietzsche uses the term «antichrist» not in a literal sense, but as a symbol of opposition to Christian values.
• The book is part of a larger project by Nietzsche, which he called «The Revaluation of All Values».
• Nietzsche views Christian morality as contrary to natural instincts and the life force of humanity.
• In «The Antichrist», Nietzsche contrasts Christianity with ancient values such as strength, courage, and vital energy.
• The book was banned in several countries due to its anti-religious stance.
• Nietzsche believed that Christianity suppresses individuality and creative potential.
• «The Antichrist» is written in the form of aphorisms, characteristic of Nietzsche's later style.
• The book sparked numerous debates and criticism but also had a significant impact on 20th-century philosophy and literature.