Nihilism

is true that tragedies come in threes, then the death of American democracy is surely inevitable. The trio is affecting this nation is evangelical, paternalistic and sentimental nihilism; a toxic combination of institutionalized practices and behaviors that perpetuate systemic racism and imperialism. The threads of nihilism were woven into the fabric of America since the values of the nation were conceived in the Constitution. The architects of this paramount document set a precedence for…

ensues, the true importance lies in the philosophical aspects of conflicting values and views. Throughout the novel, Grendel has struggled to find the values he identifies with, yet in finally being challenged by the representation of heroism and nihilism through Beowulf, Grendel finds the ideas with which are most connective to him. In this metaphysical battle, Gardner brings together these two opposing characters to display a deeper meaning…

Nihilism the philosophical belief that nothing in this world has any real meaning or purpose of its existence. It rejects all religious and moral principles. So in simple terms life is meaningless. I know, why the hell would a person be interesting in researching like this. For many it's depressing and grim but, for me it's a look at reality. Let's start with moral values like empathy. First I'll define empathy; it is the ability to understand and feel what another person is experiencing. Now…

philosophy called "nihilism" which the young men advocate. Nikolai feels awkward with his son at home, partially because Arkady's views have dated his own beliefs, and partially because he has taken a servant, Fenichka, into his house to live with him and has already had a son by her. The two young men remain at Marino for a short time, then decide to visit a relative of Arkady's in a neighboring province. There they observe the local…

Tarantino has always been a director that I admire, but never really analyzed. Conrad voices his opinion on the violence in Tarantino movies, but also the importance of the violence. Conrad ties nihilism into religion, and tries to make sense out of why Tarantino does what he does in films. Some people may believe that Tarantino isn’t that deep or philosophical about his movies. Some people believe that his movies are what they are, just a blood-bath…

Grendel’s Crisis: Aesthetic Nihilism Billboards, magazines, and social media always promote the smartest, richest, and most beautiful people in the world. People that live the dream of the commoners. But can it be useful to create unrealistic standards— or beautiful illusions— for humans? In his novel Grendel, John Gardner explores the idea of illusion in society through Grendel’s questioning of human society. Modern society is formed on illusion, and the ones to best protect or destroy society…

the opportunity for without humans, Grendel would be unable to uncover his purpose in life whilst destroying their purpose in his life. Aware of nihilism, as conveyed by the dragon, Grendel resisted the idea of participating in nihilistic acts. On a verbal recollection of personal blessings, Grendel declared, “I have not committed the ultimate act of nihilism: I have not killed the queen” (Gardner 93). Grendel reasoned the survival of the queen, Wealtheow, necessary to understand his function in…

ways as well and it will have a very powerful impact on our character. John Gardner used his novel Grendel to portray a wide variety of ideologies and philosophies and warned us that if we choose to focus on the more pessimistic principles, like nihilism, we will lose…

The analysis of Machiavelli as an amoralist – someone who disregards common views of what is right and wrong, unconcerned with morality as a whole (as compared to being immoral, and going against them) – is complicated. A traditional view of morality advocates for not doing wrong or harm to others, for altruism, and kindness. Nowhere in his philosophical work The Prince, first published in 1532, does Machiavelli show any regard for this kind of morality. The Prince is a guidebook for the…

around his search for the meaning of life. Over the course of his existential journey, Grendel matures as his views on the meaning of his existence drastically transform. Grendel is challenged with several philosophies—solipsism, existentialism, and nihilism—that alter his understanding of the meaning of his existence. Additionally, Grendel looks to human activity for answers regarding his moral quandary. In his attempts to discover his purpose, Grendel observes and rejects the key human values…