Analysis of Death in Heidegger’s Philosophy

Abstract

This paper explores Martin Heidegger's approach to death and how it affects our understanding of human nature. Heidegger's examination of death is grounded in his understanding of Dasein, which he views as the core framework of existence. According to Heidegger, dying is not something that occurs to us but rather a constant aspect of who we are. His theory of temporality, which holds that the past, present, and future shape our existence, is intimately tied to Heidegger's explanation of death. Heidegger's conception of authenticity, which holds that we must acknowledge our mortality and lead meaningful lives, is connected to his examination of death. Heidegger's concept of finitude, which is the notion that life is finite and that we must make the most of it, is connected to his examination of death. This essay will investigate how Heidegger's examination of death might aid in our understanding of the human condition and our position in the universe.