This paper shows that authoritarianism is ephemeral selfishness. Utilizing authority unjustly is a blasphemy against authority. This is due to ephemeral selfish thinking that does not consider long-term benefits. Anti-power is also a form of authoritarianism. Plato's critique of sophists promoted authoritarianism. Philosophy inherits authoritarianism strongly. Utilization of words of great figures without criticism and application of words lacking examination are prominent. Suppression of critic
