Universal moral laws from "summary" of Fundamental Principles of the Metaphysic of Morals by Immanuel Kant
The concept of universal moral laws is based on the idea that there are certain principles that apply to all rational beings, regardless of their individual desires or circumstances. These laws are not contingent on our particular experiences or subjective preferences, but are instead grounded in reason itself. According to Kant, moral laws must be universal in order to be truly moral. This means that they must apply to all rational beings in all situations, without exception. For Kant, morality is not a matter of personal opinion or cultural norms, but is instead a set of objective principles that are binding on all rational agents.
One of the key aspects of universal moral laws is their categorical nature. Unlike hypothetical imperatives, which are conditional on our desires or goals, categorical imperatives are commands that apply to us unconditionally. They are no...
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