Philosophy

Nihilism: Embracing the Abyss of Meaninglessness
Philosophy

Nihilism: Embracing the Abyss of Meaninglessness

Nihilism, a philosophical doctrine that embraces the concept of life's inherent meaninglessness, challenges the very foundations of human existence and thought. Rooted in the Latin word "nihil," meaning "nothing," nihilism asserts that life lacks any objective purpose, value, or intrinsic significance. While this philosophy has taken various forms and interpretations throughout history, its core premise revolves around the rejection of traditional beliefs, moral values, and societal norms. (more…)
Beyond Geometry: Unraveling Murakami’s Enigmatic Riddle
Books, Philosophy

Beyond Geometry: Unraveling Murakami’s Enigmatic Riddle

Murakami's riddle refers to a concept that challenges conventional geometric thinking and prompts contemplation about abstract notions. The riddle reads: "A circle that has many centers but no circumference." In traditional Euclidean geometry, a circle is defined as a set of points equidistant from a central point, known as the center, forming a continuous loop with a fixed circumference. However, Murakami's riddle disrupts this definition by suggesting a circle with multiple centers and no well-defined boundary. (more…)