Genealogy of Morals (Friedrich Nietzsche)

"The Genealogy of Morals" by Friedrich Nietzsche explores how moral values and notions of good and evil have developed over time, particularly through history and cultural shifts. He argues that traditional morality, especially Christian morality, originates from a desire for power and weakness, shaping values like guilt, shame, and duty. Nietzsche examines how these moral concepts serve societal and psychological needs, often suppressing natural instincts. His analysis encourages readers to question moral assumptions, understand their origins, and consider the potential for creating new values rooted in life-affirming principles rather than inherited guilt or conformity.