Fundamental Principles of the Metaphysic of Morals by Immanuel Kant [PDF]
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Kant wrote Fundamental Principles of the Metaphysic of Morals as a first step, not as his full system of ethics. The Preface says so outright: these principles come first, and the Metaphysic of Morals itself would follow, as it did in 1797.
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Fundamental Principles of the Metaphysic of Morals by Immanuel Kant
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Information: Fundamental Principles of the Metaphysic of Morals
- Author: Immanuel Kant.
- Publication Date: 1785.
- Brief Summary: "Fundamental Principles of the Metaphysic of Morals" is a philosophical work written by Immanuel Kant where he explores the foundations of morality and analyzes the ethical principles that guide our actions. It examines how morality is based on practical reason and how we can make morally valid decisions universally.
- Thematic Analysis: "Fundamental Principles of the Metaphysic of Morals" addresses fundamental themes of ethics and morality, exploring how we can make moral decisions based on practical reason. Immanuel Kant establishes the importance of acting according to moral duty rather than based on consequences. He also discusses the idea that morality should be universally valid, independent of individual circumstances.
- Historical Context: "Fundamental Principles of the Metaphysic of Morals" was published in 1785 during the Enlightenment, an intellectual and philosophical period in Europe. Immanuel Kant, one of the leading philosophers of the time, sought to establish a rational foundation for morality in contrast to ethical theories based on religion or utility. His work significantly influenced the later development of ethics and moral philosophy.
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Books by Immanuel Kant
Here is our complete collection of free books by Immanuel Kant
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What Is Enlightenment? -
Critique of Judgment -
Critique of Practical Reason -
Critique of Pure Reason -
Idea for a Universal History with a Cosmopolitan Purpose -
Logic -
Perpetual Peace -
Prolegomena to Any Future Metaphysics -
Religion within the Bounds of Bare Reason -
The Educational Theory -
The Form and Principles of the Sensible and Intelligible -
The Metaphysical Elements of Ethics