Exploring Absurdity in Albert Camus's the Myth of Sisyphus
Year: 2025
Type: article
Abstract: The present research article examines Albert Camus’s philosophy ofabsurdism, who deeply focused on the philosophical study of the absurd,showing today’s remarkable relevance in the contemporary social context. Hisphilosophy explores human tension to find a meaning in the world, but thedilemma will not satisfy the belief regarding the intended meaning and remainsinstructive for addressing the crises of suicide, philosophical suicide, revolt,and question on existences through his seminal work, such as Myth ofSisyphus, Camus emphasizes rebellion, the strong element that reflectsresponsibility, and ethical engagement as possible responses to existentialdespair. Camus rejected the elements of suicide and philosophical suicidebecause suicide reflects an act of cowardice and philosophical suicide followsthe irrational meaning of life. The following elements will beimplemented and will explore the current relevance of this research.Furthermore, the researcher wanted to narrate the chaotic trauma that can beseen after the Second World War. Albert Camus focuses on human freedomand life’s significance. The philosophy of the absurd explains the modern crisesof existential dilemmas that exist in society. By situating Camus’ philosophywithin both its historical context and contemporary applications, this paperdemonstrates how the absurd retains transformative power: it enablesindividuals to live authentically, confront alienation responsibly, and resistinjustice without relying on illusions of transcendence. Ultimately, Camusprovides not a consolation, but a challenge: in a postmodern era, to constructmeaning through rebellion, solidarity, and ethical responsibility.
Author: PROF. (DR.) CHETAN N. TRIVEDI, RADHA J. GOHEL
Language: English
Subfield: Philosophy
Field: Arts and Humanities
Domain: Social Sciences
Open Access status: green
OpenAlex ID: W7084594883
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