Philosophy of Human Existence

This chapter explores the philosophical implications of losing historically conditioned values, drawing insights from figures like Jung, Heidegger, and Dostoevsky. It examines the dichotomy between nihilism and totalitarianism, emphasizing individual responsibility and the role of personal struggle in shaping authentic values. Through the lens of Solzhenitsyn's critical observations of tyranny and the complexities of human nature, it delves into the challenges of rationality, morality, and the inherent chaos of the human experience.