Dive into the depths of the human mind with Dostoevsky’s masterpiece, Notes from Underground. This video unpacks the secrets of the "Underground Man," a haunting figure who challenges rationalism and forces us to confront the deepest contradictions of our existence. In a world that promises instant happiness and progress, Dostoevsky warns us about the dangers of reducing humanity to formulas and systems.
Discover how ideas like nihilism, existentialism, and rationalism shaped this literary classic and why it remains strikingly relevant in today’s world. Why do we find pleasure in suffering? How free are we, really? These timeless questions are at the heart of a reflection that blends philosophy, psychology, and spirituality.
00:00 Introduction
01:45 The Historical and Philosophical Context of Dostoevsky
04:41 A Reflection of Our Human Condition
07:58 Dostoevsky's Warning
11:06 The Underground as a Choice
13:55 What We Can Learn From the Underground
17:25 Acknowledgments
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