Exploring Nihilism: From Literature to Value Attribution

The chapter delves into the concept of nihilism, discussing Pascal's advice on reading literature to seek truth, the practice of Lent as a nihilist, and the difference between objective and subjective valuing. The speakers debate practical total nihilism, the significance of subjective preferences in defining nihilism, and the distinction between philosophical and practical nihilism. They also explore the correlation between beliefs and behaviors, discussing the scalability of nihilism in terms of values and beliefs.