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Morality should be based on individual will and selfexpression from "summary" of Beyond Good & Evil by Friedrich Nietzsche

Morality, as commonly understood, is a set of rules and norms that dictate how one should behave in society. It is often believed to be universal and objective, applicable to all individuals regardless of their personal desires or beliefs. However, Nietzsche challenges this notion by suggesting that morality should not be imposed from external sources but should instead be based on individual will and self-expression. According to Nietzsche, traditional moral codes are restrictive and suppressive, limiting the full expression of one's true self. He argues that individuals should not conform to external standards of right and wrong but should instead follow their own inner desires and instincts. In this way, morality becomes a personal and intimate affair, reflecting the unique essence of each individual. Nietzsc...
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    Beyond Good & Evil

    Friedrich Nietzsche

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