
#103 The Forest Passage - Ernst Jünger
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Fear and Ideology: The Battle for Freedom
This chapter explores the role of fear, particularly the fear of death, in supporting totalitarian ideologies that suppress spiritual beliefs in favor of a materialistic worldview. It examines the complex relationships between various ideologies like Nazism and liberalism, questioning the impacts on freedom, consent, and human rights. By contrasting the philosophical perspectives of Ernst Jünger and Carl Schmitt, the discussion highlights the ethical dilemmas of ideology and its implications on human rights and moral authority.
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