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The idea of a universal moral code is limiting and oppressive from "summary" of Beyond Good & Evil by Friedrich Nietzsche
The notion that there exists a universal moral code serves only to restrict and constrain individuals, depriving them of their freedom to explore and create their own values. By imposing a rigid set of moral standards upon all people, society stifles diversity and individuality, forcing everyone into a narrow and confining mold. This universal moral code is often rooted in religious or societal conventions, which are deemed unquestionable and absolute. However, Nietzsche challenges the validity of such standards, arguing that they are merely constructs designed to maintain control and power over the masses. He believes that true morality should be dynamic and ever-evolving, shaped by each individual's unique exp...
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