Question

Which best characterizes existentialism? Select all that apply.

a. a belief that everything is meaningful
b. a belief in the interconnectedness of all things
c. a belief that the individual is isolated from a higher authority
d. a belief that disregards religion

Answer 1

The correct options are options C ("A belief that the individual is isolated from a higher authority"), and D ("A belief that disregards religion").

Existentialism is a philosophical stance which regards the individual's free will and responsability for his actions above all things. It proposes that existence preceeds essence meaning that our actions are what defines our value and purpose, instead of an arbitrary or imposed external system like religion or common morality.

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