Existentialism
What is Existentialism?
Existentialism is a philosophical movement that emphasizes individual freedom and choice, and the inherent meaninglessness of life. Existentialists believe that humans must create their own meaning in life, as there is no inherent meaning to existence. This philosophy emphasizes the unique experience of the individual, rather than the universal experience. Existentialists often focus on topics such as death, freedom, and the human condition.
Existentialism Resources
PHIL304: Existentialism
Course Introduction Existentialism is a philosophical and literary movement that first was popularized in France soon after World War II by figures such as Jean-Paul Sartre and Albert Camus. The roots of this movement can be traced back to the relig...
Søren Kierkegaard - Subjectivity, Irony and the Crisis of Modernity
It is often claimed that relativism, subjectivism and nihilism are typically modern philosophical problems that emerge with the breakdown of traditional values, customs and ways of life. The result is the absence of meaning, the lapse of religious fa...