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Societal vs. Individual Morality
- Karl Marx prioritized societal moral progress over individual morality.
- He believed individual moral values are byproducts of cultural values.
The Importance of Historical Process
- Marx viewed the historical process, societal change over time, as the most important factor.
- Individual actions are less relevant than the overall societal movement towards an ideal society.
Individual Choices Drive Change
- Kierkegaard believed individual choices drive societal change, not the other way around.
- He emphasized the importance of individual existence in shaping institutions and culture.