Nihilism and the Crisis of Meaning in Human Life
Nihilism is a philosophical view that asserts that life has no objective meaning or value. This view is considered one of the outcomes of the crisis of meaning in human life, where individuals no longer believe in the values and beliefs they held before. In this essay, we will discuss the nihilistic perspective and its impact on the crisis of meaning in human life. Nihilistic Perspective According to Nietzsche, nihilism is the logical consequence of the death of God, which is the loss of belief in the existing values. Nietzsche believed that matters such as truth, goodness, and beauty no longer have a strong foundation because that foundation was based on God, who is now dead. Therefore, individuals no longer have a strong basis for determining the meaning of their lives. Impact of the Crisis of Meaning Nihilism can cause a crisis of meaning in human life, where individuals no longer have a clear direction or purpose. This can lead to dissatisfaction and anxiety, as individuals feel th...