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  1. Feb 23, 2004 · Immanuel Kant (1724–1804) argued that the supreme principle of morality is a principle of practical rationality that he dubbed the “Categorical Imperative” (CI). Kant characterized the CI as an objective, rationally necessary and unconditional principle that we must follow despite any natural desires we may have to the contrary.

  2. Aug 31, 2019 · Learn how Immanuel Kant (1724-1804) developed a moral philosophy that does not rely on religion or consequences, but on the idea of goodwill and duty. Explore his arguments against utilitarianism and his concept of the categorical imperative.

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  3. Kantian ethics refers to a deontological ethical theory developed by German philosopher Immanuel Kant that is based on the notion that "I ought never to act except in such a way that I could also will that my maxim should become a universal law.”.

  4. An overview of Kant's life and philosophy, including his ethics based on the categorical imperative. Learn about his contributions to metaphysics, epistemology, aesthetics, politics, and more.

  5. Sep 30, 2013 · An overview of Kant's ethical theory, its foundations, applications, and controversies. Includes references to key works, interpretations, and contexts of Kant's ethics.

  6. Kants ethics is based on his distinction between hypothetical and categorical imperative s. He called any action based on desires a hypothetical imperative, meaning by this that it is a command of reason that applies only if one desires the goal in question.

  7. May 20, 2010 · Immanuel Kant (1724–1804) is the central figure in modern philosophy. He synthesized early modern rationalism and empiricism, set the terms for much of nineteenth and twentieth century philosophy, and continues to exercise a significant influence today in metaphysics, epistemology, ethics, political philosophy, aesthetics, and other fields.

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