Although it is called a distinct philosophy, it seems almost impossible to find an exact definition for the term "existentialism". This is true primarily because existentialist thinkers, such as Friedrich Nietzchse, Søren Kierkegaard, and Fyodor Dostoevsky, never agree on what the definition of existentialism is or its terms. However, according to a definition provided by St. Aslem College, existentialist thinking can be defined as “thrown into existence first without a predetermined nature and only then construct our nature or essence through our actions (Banach)”. This means several things. First, we have no predestined nature to control what we are, do, or find valuable. Second, we are free to act individually based on willpower and external influences. Third, we construct our human nature through our free choices as we experience emotions such as love, hate, and fear. And finally, we form our values ​​through our free choices. In the context of Shakespeare's King Lear, Shakespeare touches on the existential aspects of the human condition, which will be discussed later in greater detail. Existentialism provides substance to the work where the reader can watch King Lear shape his destiny through the choices he makes. King Lear is an exceptional work of art that provides insight into the human condition through existentialism. King Lear is challenged by existence in its simplest form and forced to adapt to that existence (Baker). His adaptation to the absurd provides everyone with a unique insight into the problem of existence. Lear is forced into an existential evolution that will be retraced with the wonder of realization. The result of his development throughout the story is seen ironically in the fact that Lear finds fulfillment in me… in the middle of the paper… temporarily senseless and empty (Pratt). This means that to find the “value” in life, we must embrace the suffering we face. Lear's misery brings him the freedom and gratification of accepting the universe. He challenges the human condition by embracing its suffering and is forced to tolerate it. His anguish and his optimism were the foundation of his agony, because persevering in the faith that the universe offers something dear hinders life. In order for Lear to “live” he must accept his desperation and in that desperation he can truly be free. He dies because there is nothing worth living for and as a result of this realization, Lear is no longer bound by anything and is able to act freely; he is existentially free. He is suffering and ironically he is satisfied because in death he finds freedom since he no longer lets himself be discouraged by false hopes.