Embracing Existentialism: Sartre’s ‘Existence Precedes Essence’ and the Power of Personal Freedom
Sartre’s Existentialism: Unraveling “Existence Precedes Essence” and the Human Condition In Sartre’s philosophical framework, the phrase “existence precedes essence” embodies a core existentialist idea. Unlike inanimate objects, humans are thrust into existence without predefined natures or purposes. Instead, we shape our essence through choices and actions, embracing personal responsibility for our identity and meaning (Smith, […]