Kierkegaard on Self, Ethics, and Religion

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Kierkegaard's exploration of subjective truth and the concept of "the leap" into faith is reexamined, revealing their contemporary relevance. The book argues that these ideas, often deemed controversial, provide insights into personal identity, ethics, and religion. It highlights Kierkegaard's notion of wholeheartedness as essential for a coherent identity, contrasting it with despair and double-mindedness, which signify a lack of authenticity. The work introduces an original theory of truth, emphasizing agents as the primary truth-bearers, thus reshaping our understanding of personal integrity and belief.