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Kantian Moral Humility: Between Aristotle and Paul.

Authors :
LOUDEN, ROBERT B.
Source :
Philosophy & Phenomenological Research. Nov2007, Vol. 75 Issue 3, p632-639. 8p.
Publication Year :
2007

Abstract

The article discusses the implications of Immanuel Kant's moral humility for the perception of Aristotle and Saint Paul the Apostle that opposes traditional religious conceptions of humility. The Kantian moral humility has opposed Saint Paul who exhorts readers to humility over pride and Aristotle's perception that happy life is a life of human excellence which excellence based from humility and empty vanity. It was emphasized that Kant has acclaimed that virtue is attaching power, strength and authority emphasizing love of honor as the constant companion of virtue. It was affirmed that Kantian reflection on moral exemplars is necessary in the moral education of children and people.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
00318205
Volume :
75
Issue :
3
Database :
Academic Search Index
Journal :
Philosophy & Phenomenological Research
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
27091231
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1111/j.1933-1592.2007.00098.x