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Immanuel Kant (born Emanuel Kant; 22 April 1724 – 12 February 1804) was a German philosopher and one of the central Enlightenment thinkers.
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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.
Jun 21, 2024 · Immanuel Kant, German philosopher who was one of the foremost thinkers of the Enlightenment and who inaugurated a new era of philosophical thought. His comprehensive and systematic work in epistemology, ethics, and aesthetics greatly influenced all subsequent philosophy.
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.
- Robert Johnson, Adam Cureton
- 2004
An overview of Kant's life and philosophy, covering his contributions to metaphysics, epistemology, ethics, political theory, and more. Learn about his doctrine of transcendental idealism, his categorical imperative, his Copernican shift, and his influence on modern thought.
Aug 31, 2019 · Learn how Kant responded to the Enlightenment problem of finding a secular foundation for morality. Explore his concept of good will, the categorical imperative, and the difference between duty and inclination.
Learn about the main branches of Kant's philosophy: metaphysics and ethics. Explore how he responded to Hume's skepticism, how he reconciled freedom and causality, and how he conceived of moral law and duty.