Essays on Metaphysics

Introduction Philosophy is an academic field concerned with the generation of a clear understanding of such phenomenon as nature, the confines of knowledge, and the rules of moral judgment. As such, the field is made up of five branches: metaphysics, epistemology, ethics, logic, and aesthetics,...

Metaphysics is the branch of philosophy responsible for the study of existence. It is the foundation of a worldview. It answers the question “What is?” and in this case “What is time?” It encompasses everything that exists, as well as the nature of existence itself....

Heidegger’s Critique on Nietzsche In his critique on Nietzsche’s philosophy, Heidegger sates a philosophy that is apparently the consummation of Western metaphysics. According to his arguments, Heidegger believes that Nietzsche’s philosophy is a representation of the epitome of modern nihilism, which is the ultimate manifestation...