PHL 503 Chapter Notes - Chapter 2: Immanuel Kant, Deeper Understanding, Practical Reason
20 Nov 2018
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Immanuel kant - grounding for the metaphysics of morals notes. First section: transition from the ordinary rational knowledge of morality to the. All good things need qualification; good will does not need qualification as it is good in itself. Good will is what makes things good. Intelligence, wit, courage, etc. are all good things but can be bad if the will does not use them correctly. Good qualities do not have an intrinsic unconditional worth. Good will is good not because of what it effects or accomplishes, but is only good through willing. Humans are comprised of natural organisms, each of their purposes is served by the organ or faculty most appropriate to that purpose. Highest purposes of individuals are self-preservation and the attainment of happiness. We act with these ends in mind (of preservation, happiness), but reason is not well suited for these ends. Rather, instinct seems more well suited for these purposes.
