Beyond Good and Evil #6: Self-Denial as Power (III.47-III.62)

In this podcast episode, we explore Nietzsche's deep insights into religion, drawing from his work "Beyond Good and Evil." He critiques ascetic ideals and the role of the priest while challenging the conventional notions of good and evil, sainthood, and the development of European theism. By examining the thoughts of figures like Schopenhauer and Wagner, as well as the differences between Northern and Southern Christianity, Nietzsche reveals the psychological dimensions of religious experiences. He presents religion not as a definitive truth but as a complex social phenomenon with various roles. Throughout the discussion, he cautions against viewing religion as an ultimate goal, encouraging listeners to seek growth beyond traditional moral limits.

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The Nietzsche Podcast

Introduction: Nietzsche's "Beyond Good and Evil," Part 3

The Allure and Mystery of the Priest

Schopenhauer, Wagner, and the Problem of the Saint

Reinterpreting the "Miracle" of Sainthood

Northern vs. Southern Christianity and Unbelief

Renan's "Religious Foolishness" and Nietzsche's Antipodes

Greek Gratitude and the Rise of Fear in Religion

The Passion for God and Religious Pathology

The Will to Power and the Reverence for the Saint

The Old Testament, the New Testament, and the Sin of Christendom

The Decline of European Theism and the Growing Religious Instinct

Modern Philosophy's Assault on the Soul Concept

The Three Rungs of Religious Cruelty and the Death of God

Beyond Pessimism: Eternal Return and the Creative Child

The Strength of the Spiritual Eye and the Childlike Innocence of Creativity

Leisure, Labor, and the Modern Rejection of Religion

Superficiality, Falsification, and the Cult of Surfaces

Loving Mankind for God's Sake: A Sublime Delusion?

The Philosopher's Use of Religion and the Brahmins' Subtle Rule

Religion's Role in Maintaining Social Order and Contentment

The Dangers of Religion as an End in Itself and the Creation of Modern Man

Epilogue: Looking Ahead to Part Four and Beyond

Beyond Good and Evil #6: Self-Denial as Power (III.47-III.62)

The Nietzsche Podcast

00:08Introduction: Nietzsche's "Beyond Good and Evil," Part 3

Introduction: Nietzsche's "Beyond Good and Evil," Part 3

01:32The Allure and Mystery of the Priest

The Allure and Mystery of the Priest

03:55Schopenhauer, Wagner, and the Problem of the Saint

Schopenhauer, Wagner, and the Problem of the Saint

09:27Reinterpreting the "Miracle" of Sainthood

Reinterpreting the "Miracle" of Sainthood

15:23Northern vs. Southern Christianity and Unbelief

Northern vs. Southern Christianity and Unbelief

19:01Renan's "Religious Foolishness" and Nietzsche's Antipodes

Renan's "Religious Foolishness" and Nietzsche's Antipodes

21:36Greek Gratitude and the Rise of Fear in Religion

Greek Gratitude and the Rise of Fear in Religion

24:10The Passion for God and Religious Pathology

The Passion for God and Religious Pathology

26:21The Will to Power and the Reverence for the Saint

The Will to Power and the Reverence for the Saint

31:52The Old Testament, the New Testament, and the Sin of Christendom

The Old Testament, the New Testament, and the Sin of Christendom

35:04The Decline of European Theism and the Growing Religious Instinct

The Decline of European Theism and the Growing Religious Instinct

39:23Modern Philosophy's Assault on the Soul Concept

Modern Philosophy's Assault on the Soul Concept

45:26The Three Rungs of Religious Cruelty and the Death of God

The Three Rungs of Religious Cruelty and the Death of God

57:05Beyond Pessimism: Eternal Return and the Creative Child

Beyond Pessimism: Eternal Return and the Creative Child

1:02:46The Strength of the Spiritual Eye and the Childlike Innocence of Creativity

The Strength of the Spiritual Eye and the Childlike Innocence of Creativity

1:06:17Leisure, Labor, and the Modern Rejection of Religion

Leisure, Labor, and the Modern Rejection of Religion

1:16:33Superficiality, Falsification, and the Cult of Surfaces

Superficiality, Falsification, and the Cult of Surfaces

1:25:29Loving Mankind for God's Sake: A Sublime Delusion?

Loving Mankind for God's Sake: A Sublime Delusion?

1:33:01The Philosopher's Use of Religion and the Brahmins' Subtle Rule

The Philosopher's Use of Religion and the Brahmins' Subtle Rule

1:40:04Religion's Role in Maintaining Social Order and Contentment

Religion's Role in Maintaining Social Order and Contentment

1:46:26The Dangers of Religion as an End in Itself and the Creation of Modern Man

The Dangers of Religion as an End in Itself and the Creation of Modern Man

2:03:21Epilogue: Looking Ahead to Part Four and Beyond

Epilogue: Looking Ahead to Part Four and Beyond