Exploring the pragmatic aspects of Nietzsche’s philosophy through the lens of Charles sanders Peirce: effects, interpretations, beliefs, and community
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Date
2023-12-15
Authors
Hewawasam, S.S.
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Postgraduate Institute of Humanities and Social Sciences (PGIHS), University of Peradeniya, Sri Lanka
Abstract
Friedrich Nietzsche’s philosophy, characterized by its provocative ideas on individualism, the will to power, and the critique of morality, has significantly impacted Western thought. This research investigates the pragmatic dimensions of Nietzsche’s philosophy by analyzing its effects on individuals and communities, examining various interpretations, understanding belief formation, and assessing its practical implications. This research asks the question of how Charles Sanders Peirce’s pragmatic philosophy can shed light on the effects, interpretations, beliefs, and community implications of Nietzsche’s philosophy, particularly in terms of their practical applications and consequences. Drawing insights from Charles Peirce’s pragmatic philosophy, this study sheds light on how Nietzsche’s thought intersects with the pragmatic framework and its influence on the formation of beliefs and communal dynamics. By applying Peircean pragmatism to Nietzsche’s philosophy, this study offers a novel perspective on the practical implications of Nietzsche’s ideas. Understanding how Nietzsche’s thought resonates with or diverges from pragmatic principles provides insights into belief formation, the dynamics of interpretive communities, and the practical effects of his philosophy in real-world contexts. This study employs a qualitative approach to explore the pragmatic aspects of Nietzsche’s philosophy through the lens of Peirce’s pragmatism. The methodology is structured around comparative analysis and textual interpretation. The study begins with an extensive review of the primary works of both Nietzsche and Peirce, On the Genealogy of Morality and The Will to Power, as well as Peirce’s writings, including his pragmatic essays and semiotic theories. The study examines how different interpretive communities have understood and applied Nietzschean ideas, considering their alignment with Peircean concepts of meaning and belief. This study discusses the ethical implications of Nietzsche’s philosophy within the pragmatic framework, addressing issues of moral relativism, responsibility, and societal values. Furthermore, it attempts to explore the ways in which Nietzsche’s philosophy shapes communal beliefs and investigate the potential for Peircean principles to guide more productive interpretive communities. By examining its effects, interpretations, beliefs, and community dynamics, this study seeks to offer new insights into the practical implications of Nietzsche’s ideas and contribute to the ongoing philosophical discourse on the intersections between pragmatism and Nietzschean thought.
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Beliefs , Community , Nietzsche , Pierce , Pragmatism
Citation
Proceedings of the Postgraduate Institute of Humanities and Social Sciences Research Congress (PGIHS-RC) -2023, University of Peradeniya, P 37