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Traditional morality is based on societal norms and arbitrary distinctions from "summary" of Beyond Good & Evil by Friedrich Nietzsche
Traditional morality, with its roots in societal norms and arbitrary distinctions, has long been the guiding force for human behavior. It serves as a set of rules and principles that dictate what is considered right and wrong within a given society. These norms are often passed down from generation to generation, ingrained in the collective consciousness of a culture. However, Nietzsche challenges the validity and usefulness of such a moral framework, arguing that it is limited and constraining. According to Nietzsche, traditional morality is based on the idea of good versus evil, where certain actions are deemed moral or immoral based on their alignment with these binary categories. This simplistic view, he argues, fails to account for the complexities of human nature and experience. By reducing morality to a set of black-and-white distinctions, society stifles individuality and creativity, forcing individuals to conform to ...
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