Giosuè Ghisalberti Knihy

The project explores the philosophical challenges Nietzsche faced after completing The Birth of Tragedy. His subsequent decision to reconceptualize tragedy, destiny, and martyrdom marked the beginning of his commitment to a philosophy of affirmation. Everything he wrote after 1872, including unpublished notes from the Philosophenbuch, reflects his disillusionment with Dionysos and the misleading promise of tragic affirmation. Nietzsche viewed the Greek god as problematic and an obstacle, leading to a relentless struggle with the ideal. He recognized the inseparable link between the Dionysian festival and sacrificial rituals, which contributed to his sense of "Dionysian nausea." This relationship between tragedy and sacrifice in the Greek polis became a focal point in his later works, where he aimed to confront this duality as a means of self-revelation. Nietzsche redefined the concept of martyrdom, positioning himself as a witness rather than a victim of state violence, drawing parallels with Socrates and Jesus. His philosophical journey raises questions about the success of his enterprise and whether his self-revelations foster the free spirit and ensure the future of his legacy. Ultimately, the study highlights Nietzsche's efforts to provide resources for readers to create an affirmative reality rooted in the essence of the free spirit and the philosopher.