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Nietzsche's View on the Death of God and the Crisis of Western Civilization
This podcast discusses Nietzsche's views on the crisis of Western civilization centering around the idea of the death of God, the loss of belief that sustained Western civilization for 2000 years, and the effect of satisfying basic needs on the loss of tension, tragedy, and struggle.
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This podcast discusses how Nietzsche's diagnosis of the malaise of modernity, which centered around the idea of the death of God and the loss of belief, still resonates with readers today.
27:44 - 31:02 (03:17)
Summary
This podcast discusses how Nietzsche's diagnosis of the malaise of modernity, which centered around the idea of the death of God and the loss of belief, still resonates with readers today.
ChapterNietzsche's View on the Death of God and the Crisis of Western Civilization
Episode#107 - Graeme Garrard - How To Think Politically
PodcastModern Wisdom
Nietzsche thought that the satisfaction of basic needs in modern society has resulted in the loss of tension, struggle, and drama.
31:02 - 35:22 (04:20)
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Nietzsche thought that the satisfaction of basic needs in modern society has resulted in the loss of tension, struggle, and drama. However, humans still require periods of stress to fulfill their innate desire for fulfillment and purpose.