\nKant states that the only thing good without qualification is a “good will.” (and by that he means, a will guided by the categorical imperative. See this week’s guidance for a bit more detail.)<\/p>\n
On this basis, he holds that we can do the ?right action? but not out of a good will, and that only actions done from a good will are morally praiseworthy. Do you agree with Kant? <\/p>\n
Provide an example (real or made up) of someone doing a good thing but out of a motive other than that of a good will, and give reasons for why you think Kant is right, or why you think Kant is wrong that this action lacks moral value. <\/p>\n
Discuss the importance of the will and how one can attempt to create a good will. If you do not think a good will is IMPORTANT discuss your reasons for believing that the will is not IMPORTANT in ethical action.<\/p>\n
(Please see this week’s guidance for some important detail reminders on Kant’s moral reasoning)<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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