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What is the main difference between Kierkegaard and Nietzsche's philosophical views?
What is the main difference between Kierkegaard and Nietzsche's philosophical views?
- Their reliance on science
- Their belief in the organized church
- Their acceptance of Hegelian philosophy
- Their views on the existence of God (correct)
What is the central idea of existentialism, according to the passage?
What is the central idea of existentialism, according to the passage?
- Never letting other people do your thinking for you (correct)
- Accepting popular opinion as truth
- Relying on authority for decision-making
- Questioning the existence of God
What is a common target of criticism for both Kierkegaard and Nietzsche?
What is a common target of criticism for both Kierkegaard and Nietzsche?
- The organized church
- The existence of God
- Popular opinion and the media
- Science and Hegelian philosophy (correct)
What is the result of Kierkegaard and Nietzsche's philosophical views on the establishment?
What is the result of Kierkegaard and Nietzsche's philosophical views on the establishment?
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What do Kierkegaard and Nietzsche have in common?
What do Kierkegaard and Nietzsche have in common?
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Study Notes
Kierkegaard and Nietzsche's Philosophies
- Both philosophers rejected conventional institutions, including the organized church and science.
- They opposed Hegelian philosophy and instead emphasized the importance of direct, personal experience.
- The primary distinction between Kierkegaard and Nietzsche is that Kierkegaard believed in the existence of God, whereas Nietzsche did not.
Core Principle of Existentialism
- Existentialism can be summarized as the idea that one should "never let other people do your thinking for you."
- This means not allowing external authorities, such as popular opinion, the media, friends, the Church, or science, to dictate one's decisions and thoughts.
- Individuals have the responsibility to think for themselves and make their own choices.
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Compare and contrast the philosophical views of Kierkegaard and Nietzsche, including their rejection of conventional norms and emphasis on personal experience. Explore their differences on the existence of God.
