The Critique of Practical Reason is a philosophical work by Immanuel Kant that explores the nature of practical reason and morality. Published in 1788, this book is a sequel to his earlier work, the Critique of Pure Reason. In this book, Kant argues that practical reason is the foundation of morality, and that moral principles are based on the concept of the categorical imperative. He distinguishes between hypothetical imperatives, which are conditional and depend on the individual's desires and goals, and categorical ...
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The Critique of Practical Reason is a philosophical work by Immanuel Kant that explores the nature of practical reason and morality. Published in 1788, this book is a sequel to his earlier work, the Critique of Pure Reason. In this book, Kant argues that practical reason is the foundation of morality, and that moral principles are based on the concept of the categorical imperative. He distinguishes between hypothetical imperatives, which are conditional and depend on the individual's desires and goals, and categorical imperatives, which are unconditional and apply to all rational beings. Kant also discusses the concept of freedom, arguing that it is necessary for moral responsibility and that it is a fundamental aspect of human nature. He explores the relationship between freedom and morality, and argues that moral actions are those that are done out of a sense of duty rather than self-interest.Throughout the book, Kant engages with other philosophical traditions, including Aristotelian ethics and the teachings of the Christian church. He also addresses practical issues, such as the relationship between morality and happiness and the role of moral education.Overall, The Critique of Practical Reason is a seminal work in the history of philosophy, and continues to influence contemporary discussions of ethics and moral theory.To be an object of practical knowledge, as such, signifies, therefore, only the relation of the will to the action by which the object or its opposite would be realized; and to decide whether something is an object of pure practical reason or not is only to discern the possibility or impossibility of willing the action by which, if we had the required power (about which experience must decide), a certain object would be realized.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
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