

Nietzsche: There is No Objective Right or Wrong | Brian Leiter
30 snips Sep 27, 2024
In this captivating discussion, Brian Leiter, a renowned Professor and Nietzsche expert, delves into the philosopher's radical views on morality. They explore Nietzsche's belief that values are inherently subjective, challenging traditional moral frameworks. Leiter contrasts Nietzsche with Marx, revealing divergent perspectives on capitalism and ethics. The conversation also tackles the emotional roots of moral judgments and the tension between tolerance and intolerance in moral anti-realism. Finally, they reassess Nietzsche's complex legacy, urging deeper understanding beyond misinterpretations.
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Nietzsche's Moral Anti-realism
- Nietzsche's moral anti-realism asserts that there are no objective values.
- Value judgments are not mind-independent facts but depend on human responses.
Implications of Moral Anti-realism
- Moral anti-realism questions objective truth in moral judgments.
- It challenges the idea of inherent right or wrong in matters like slavery or premarital sex.
Homeric vs. Christian Values
- Nietzsche contrasts Christian values with Homeric values.
- The Homeric world valued honor, glory, power, revenge, and sexual gratification.