The fundamental question of philosophy, encompassing the meaning and essence of existence itself. Heidegger distinguishes between Being (the ontological) and beings (the ontical).

The unique mode of being of human beings, characterized by their awareness of their own existence and their ability to question and interpret their being.

The idea that human existence is fundamentally embedded in a world of meaningful relations and practices. Dasein is not a subject separate from the world but is always already engaged with it.

The mode of existence in which Dasein confronts its own finitude and takes responsibility for its choices and actions, rather than fleeing from the anxieties of existence.

The mode of existence in which Dasein evades the anxieties of existence and conforms to the norms and expectations of the "they" (das Man), leading to a loss of individuality and self-understanding.

The fact that Dasein is "thrown" into a world that it did not choose and must come to terms with the circumstances of its existence.

A fundamental mood that reveals the nothingness and groundlessness of existence, leading to an awareness of Dasein's freedom and responsibility.

The fundamental structure of Dasein's Being, encompassing its concernful engagement with the world, its projects, and its own future possibilities.

The understanding of time as the horizon of Dasein's existence, shaping its understanding of past, present, and future possibilities.

The recognition that death is not an event at the end of life, but a constant possibility that defines Dasein's existence and gives meaning to its choices and actions.#+TITLE: Martin Heidegger Flashcards - Key Concepts in Existentialism

The fundamental question of philosophy, encompassing the meaning and essence of existence itself. Heidegger distinguishes between Being (the ontological) and beings (the ontical).

The unique mode of being of human beings, characterized by their awareness of their own existence and their ability to question and interpret their being.

The idea that human existence is fundamentally embedded in a world of meaningful relations and practices. Dasein is not a subject separate from the world but is always already engaged with it.

The mode of existence in which Dasein confronts its own finitude and takes responsibility for its choices and actions, rather than fleeing from the anxieties of existence.

The mode of existence in which Dasein evades the anxieties of existence and conforms to the norms and expectations of the "they" (das Man), leading to a loss of individuality and self-understanding.

The fact that Dasein is "thrown" into a world that it did not choose and must come to terms with the circumstances of its existence.

A fundamental mood that reveals the nothingness and groundlessness of existence, leading to an awareness of Dasein's freedom and responsibility.

The fundamental structure of Dasein's Being, encompassing its concernful engagement with the world, its projects, and its own future possibilities.

The understanding of time as the horizon of Dasein's existence, shaping its understanding of past, present, and future possibilities.

The recognition that death is not an event at the end of life, but a constant possibility that defines Dasein's existence and gives meaning to its choices and actions.