How did Herder's ideas influence nationalism?
My insistence on the distinctiveness and inherent value of each nation's *Volksgeist* provided a crucial intellectual foundation for the rise of modern nationalism. By highlighting the unique contributions and historical destinies of individual peoples, I encouraged a sense of collective identity and pride, paving the way for movements that sought to assert national sovereignty and cultural self-determination.
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