Immanuel Kant

Definition

Immanuel Kant was an influential philosopher who developed the concept of deontological ethics. He believed that moral actions are determined by duty and adherence to universal moral principles, rather than the consequences of those actions.

Related terms

Categorical Imperative: According to Kant, this is a fundamental principle that requires individuals to act in ways they would want all people to act in similar situations.

Moral Duty: This refers to our obligation or responsibility to follow ethical guidelines and principles.

Universal Moral Principles: These are ethical rules or standards that apply universally across cultures and societies.