God Quote by Friedrich Nietzsche
“Almost two thousand years, and no new god!”
About This Quote
Source Philosophy: Beyond Good and Evil, 1886
The quote critiques humanity’s failure to create a new deity despite millennia of religious tradition.
In simple terms: No new god after centuries.
Key Takeaway
Question existing beliefs.
Themes
religion
philosophy
skepticism
Mood
critical
contemplative
Type
philosophical
critical
When to use this quote
- academic debate
- personal reflection
- artistic critique
Key Concepts
nihilism
cultural stagnation
Questions to Reflect On
- What does “new god” mean today?
- Can humanity replace divine authority?
A Different Perspective
New deities may arise in secular ideologies.
