Kant claims that the fundamental principle of morality is given by pure reason itself. Many have interpreted Kant to derive this principle from a conception of pure practical reason (as opposed to merely prudential reasoning about the most effective means to empirically given ends). But Kant maintained that there is only one faculty of reason, although with both theoretical and practical applications. This Element shows how Kant attempted to derive the fundamental principle and goal of morality from the general principles of reason as such, defined by the principles of non-contradiction and sufficient reason and the ideal of systematicity.
Les mer
1. Introduction; 2. Reasons, reasoning, and reason as such; 3. From non-contradiction to universalizability; 4. The principle of sufficient reason and the idea of the highest good; 5. Rationality and the system of duties; 6. Reason as motivation; 7. Kantian constructivism; 8. Conclusion.
Les mer
Shows how Kant attempted to derive the fundamental principle and goal of morality from the general principles of reason.

Produktdetaljer

ISBN
9781108438810
Publisert
2019-07-25
Utgiver
Vendor
Cambridge University Press
Vekt
190 gr
Høyde
230 mm
Bredde
153 mm
Dybde
6 mm
Aldersnivå
P, 06
Språk
Product language
Engelsk
Format
Product format
Heftet
Antall sider
88

Forfatter