Nihilism and the Will to Power in Nietzsche’s Philosophy
Nihilism
The death of God is a twofold concept:
- A historical event leading to the nihilistic age.
- An ongoing process aiming at the emergence of the Superman.
Nietzsche uses the term nihilism in at least two senses:
- Passive Nihilism: The decline and fall of the mind’s power.
- Active Nihilism: A sign of the growing power of the spirit.
Death of God and Passive Nihilism
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Radical Opposition
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Valuation of the Senses
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