Kantian Philosophy

Kantian philosophy, developed by Immanuel Kant, emphasizes the importance of reason and moral law. Central to his ideas is the belief that morality is grounded in rational principles, which he called the "categorical imperative." This principle suggests that we should act according to maxims that can be universally applied, treating others as ends in themselves rather than means to an end. Kant also explored the limits of human knowledge, arguing that while we can understand the world through experience, certain concepts like space and time are inherent to our perception. His work has profoundly influenced ethics, metaphysics, and epistemology.