Nietzsche criticizes the rationalism of Socratic philosophy from "summary" of The Birth of Tragedy by Friedrich Nietzsche
Socratic philosophy, with its emphasis on reason and logic, stands in stark contrast to the world of Greek tragedy. The Socratic approach to knowledge and truth, rooted in rationalism, seeks to dissect and understand the world through logical analysis. However, Nietzsche argues that this rationalistic mindset fails to capture the essence of life and the human experience.
The Socratic outlook, characterized by its pursuit of intellectual clarity and moral understanding, is seen by Nietzsche as limiting and restrictive. While Socrates believed in the power of reason to uncover universal truths, Nietzsche contends that this approach overlooks the chaotic and irrational aspects of existence. In the world of Greek tragedy, these elements are embraced and celebrated, rather than suppressed or dis...
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