Felix Adler

Felix Adler was a 19th-century American philosopher and social ethicist who founded the Ethical Culture movement. He believed that moral values are rooted in our shared human nature and emphasized the importance of ethical behavior in improving society. Adler argued that individuals have a duty to act kindly and responsibly, not just for personal gain, but to promote social harmony and justice. His work focused on integrating ethics into everyday life, advocating for social reform, education, and racial equality, making him a key figure in developing modern secular ethical thought.