Since the idea of truth arose from the previous thought of ancient times, many philosophers have developed their ideas on this notion. They ask themselves questions like: “What is truth? Is there a universal truth? Are they their innumerable truths? Is it possible to know?" This is a major debate among philosophers and really separates them within their belief systems. Many names have been given to the different thoughts: relativism, skepticism, dogmatism, and perspectivism. These thoughts are just some of the main ones classifications of some of the great thinkers on truth. Those in evidence are related to Friedrich Nietzsche and his modern developments on the idea of truth. After exploring the thought and philosophy of Friedrich Nietzsche it can be fascinating to firmly grasp contrasting views many philosophers. Much of the content of his works can be perceived in various ways and even suggests that it is not necessary to accept it. The idea of perspectivism is developed by him in all his works come from different perspectives and that there is no definite truth, but not all perspectives are the same or true He supported the discussion and believed that it created agon, competition, which motivates and challenges people in the Genealogy of Morality (174-81). The idea of perspectivism can be countered again by looking at relativism which states that all opinions are equal and there is no absolute truth. Skepticism, on the other hand, may have a closer relationship. Skepticism in philosophical thought is based on the idea that there is no certainty. This is not to say that there is no truth, but rather when it comes to human knowledge... middle of paper......Works CitedAin, Philip J. "Nietzsche, Skepticism and Eternal Return." Canadian Journal of Philosophy 13, (1 September 1983): 365-388. Philosopher's Index, EBSCOhost (accessed 8 November 2013). Nietzsche, F. W., & Kaufmann, W. (1974). House, LLC (Original work published 1882) Nietzsche, F.W., & Kaufmann, W. (1967). Will to Power New York: Random House, LLC (Original work published 1901) Trakakis, Nick of Self-Refutation." International Philosophical Quarterly 46:1, no. 181 (1 March 2006): 91-110. Philosopher's Index, EBSCOhost (accessed November 12, 2013). "Skepticism, Antirealism, and Perspectivism in Nietzsche's Epistemology". Journal of Nietzsche Studies 37, (1 March 2009): 23-43 Philosopher's Index, EBSCOhost (accessed October 15, 2013).
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