Max Stirner

Max Stirner was a 19th-century German philosopher known for his radical ideas about individuality and autonomy. He argued that traditional moral values and societal norms are constructs that constrain personal freedom. In the context of moral relativism, Stirner believed that morals are subjective and should serve individual desires rather than dictate behavior. This perspective aligns with anarchism, as he advocated for the rejection of all external authority, emphasizing self-interest and individual sovereignty. Stirner's most famous work, "The Ego and Its Own," champions the idea that true liberation comes from recognizing and asserting one's unique self against imposed beliefs.