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Philosophy

Twilight of the Idols

ger. Götzen-Dämmerung · 1889
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Main Ideas

  • Critique of traditional morality and Christianity as manifestations of weakness and decline of will.
  • Reevaluation of all values to free individuals from dogmas and prejudices.
  • The idea that philosophy should affirm life and serve it, rather than abstract ideals.
  • The concept of the 'will to power' as the fundamental driving force of life and development.
  • Criticism of modern society and culture for their pursuit of mediocrity and conformity.
  • Analysis and critique of past philosophers, such as Socrates and Plato, for their influence on Western thought.
  • Understanding art as the highest expression of human will and strength.
  • Denial of objective truth and affirmation of the subjectivity of perception and interpretation of the world.
Twilight of the Idols
Date of publication: 26 November 2024
Last updated: 27 November 2024
———Original titleger. Götzen-Dämmerung · 1889
Genre: Philosophy
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