Groundwork of the Metaphysics of Morals
Groundwork of the Metaphysics of Morals
Establishing reason as the foundation of the supreme moral principle
About This Book
Published in 1785, Groundwork of the Metaphysics of Morals establishes that morality springs from reason, not from human experience, offering principles applicable to every rational creature. The text demonstrates that genuine moral value emerges when we act from duty, directed purely by rational thought, independent of personal desire or predicted results. The work seeks to uncover the highest moral principle—the moral law manifested through the categorical imperative.
Who Should Read This?
- Students exploring ethics and philosophical traditions
- Readers examining Enlightenment intellectual history
- Individuals seeking to build a reason-based moral framework
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