Friedrich Nietzsche Flashcards
What does Nietzsche mean by the “death of God”?
The decline of traditional religious values and the emergence of a new era characterized by nihilism and the search for new meaning.
This signifies the loss of faith in traditional religious beliefs and the need for individuals to create their own values.
What is the ascetic ideal, and how does Nietzsche criticize it?
It emphasizes self-denial, humility, and renunciation of worldly pleasures. Nietzsche sees it as a life-denying philosophy.
He argues that this ideal stems from resentment of life’s inherent power and beauty and undermines the flourishing of life.
What is “ressentiment” according to Nietzsche?
A bitter hatred and envy directed towards those who are perceived as powerful and successful.
This is a key feature of slave morality, which Nietzsche argues is fueled by a desire for revenge and undermines the flourishing of life.
What is the significance of the Übermensch in Nietzsche’s philosophy?
A new kind of human being who transcends conventional morality and creates their own values, embracing life in all its complexity.
This concept represents the ideal human being who overcomes the limitations of traditional thought and embraces the full potential of life.
How does Nietzsche’s concept of eternal recurrence challenge traditional notions of time and meaning?
It posits that all events will repeat themselves infinitely, encouraging individuals to live each moment as if it were the only one.
This concept challenges the linear view of time and encourages individuals to find meaning in the present moment.
