Friedrich Nietzsche: The Death of God

Friedrich Nietzsche, a philosopher who delved deeply into the meaning of life and fundamental elements shaping human existence. Under the influence of his mentor Schopenhauer, Nietzsche posits that life is governed by an irrational force, and we endure suffering and drift aimlessly in the hands of a blind will. However, Nietzsche distinguishes himself by asserting that turning away from this chaotic world is an act of cowardice, and avoiding pain and indulging in superficial happiness is a grave mistake. According to Nietzsche, pains are vital events that mature us, shape our characters, and reveal our true selves. Life and its accompanying hardships, he argues, should not be rejected; instead, they should be lived thoroughly and savored to the fullest.
Nietzsche's critique of moral values emphasizes that existing moral norms are myths and need to be completely dismantled. Highlighting the need for a new moral understanding and a life conception beyond traditional values, Nietzsche declares the death of God, signifying that the values imposed on individuals for a long time lack a solid foundation, urging the search for a new meaning.
In Nietzsche's work "Beyond Good and Evil," he particularly attacks the concept of mercy. To him, mercy is an expression of weakness and forms the basis of slave morality. Nietzsche's aim is to facilitate the emergence of a new moral perspective and promote a higher moral understanding by surpassing existing norms. For him, rejecting current moral values and introducing a stronger, more elite moral understanding is a step toward humanity's evolution.

"You must be ready to burn in your own flames, how can you renew yourself without becoming ashes first?" Nietzsche.