Friedrich Nietzsche
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The Necessary Illusion
Every civilization, every system, survives on a blend of truth and illusion — ideals that keep people moving, working, believing. Some might call it deception; others, social design. From ancient kingdoms to modern democracies, from religion to capitalism, the pattern repeats. Societies are built not only on laws and structures but on stories — myths Continue reading
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The Aesthetics of Morality
Friedrich Nietzsche, the 19th-century German philosopher known for his provocative ideas and fearless questioning of conventional beliefs, once remarked, “If you crush a cockroach, you’re a hero. If you crush a beautiful butterfly, you’re a villain. Morals have aesthetic criteria.” In these words lies a piercing truth about human perception — that morality is often Continue reading
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