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Single Idea 2905

[from 'Twilight of the Idols' by Friedrich Nietzsche, in 26. Natural Theory / A. Speculations on Nature / 2. Natural Purpose / c. Purpose denied ]

Full Idea

We invented the concept 'purpose': in reality purpose is lacking.

Gist of Idea

'Purpose' is just a human fiction

Source

Friedrich Nietzsche (Twilight of the Idols [1889], 5.8)

Book Reference

Nietzsche,Friedrich: 'Twilight of the Idols and The Anti-Christ', ed/tr. Hollingdale,R.J. [Penguin 1972], p.54