On Religion: Speeches to Its Cultured Despisers

"On Religion: Speeches to Its Cultured Despisers" by Friedrich Nietzsche is a philosophical work where he criticizes those who dismiss religion as outdated or irrational. Nietzsche argues that religion, especially Christianity, influenced Western morality and culture in complex ways—both positive and negative. He challenges critics to understand religion’s role in human life, suggesting that rejecting it outright neglects its depth and the values it provides. The book encourages a nuanced view, seeing religion not just as dogma but as part of the human experience shaping morals, art, and culture.