Filosofem: The Paradoxical Guide to Life

Filosofem, a term coined by the infamous black metal musician Varg Vikernes, has come to represent a unique blend of philosophy, nihilism, and absurdity. Known for its dark and controversial nature, Filosofem has been the subject of many debates, often leaving its followers and critics scratching their heads.

The main theme of Filosofem is the absurdity of existence. Followers believe that life has no inherent meaning or purpose and that this lack of meaning results in a constant search for purpose in an inherently purposeless world. It’s a bit like playing a game of “Where’s Waldo?” where the goal is to find Waldo, but there is no Waldo.

In addition to the absurdity of existence, Filosofem also embraces the paradoxical nature of reality. Followers believe in the coexistence of opposing concepts, such as life and death, good and evil, chaos and order. They argue that these opposing concepts are not mutually exclusive, but rather necessary components of existence.

The paradoxical nature of Filosofem can often lead to some confusing or even contradictory beliefs. For example, followers believe in the importance of individualism, yet they also believe in the ultimate meaningless of individuality. It’s like saying “I am unique, just like everyone else.”

Critics of Filosofem have accused its followers of being nihilistic and promoting a lack of morality. However, proponents argue that the philosophy is not about rejecting all morality, but rather challenging the traditional norms and values that have been imposed on us by society and religion.

Despite its controversial nature, Filosofem has gained a devoted following in the black metal community and beyond. It has even inspired its own brand of humor, known as Filosofunny, which turns the philosophy’s absurdity on its head and creates hilarious contradictions and paradoxes.

Whether you embrace or reject the ideas of Filosofem, one thing is for certain – it will leave you with more questions than answers. But sometimes, that’s just the point.