Als Quote by Immanuel Kant
“I ought never to act except in such a way that I could also will that my maxim should become a universal law.”
About This Quote
Source Philosophy: Groundwork of the Metaphysics of Morals, 1785
Act only according to maxims you would will to become universal laws.
In simple terms: Act as if your actions should be universal rules.
Key Takeaway
Follow universal ethical principles.
Themes
ethics
universalism
maxim
Mood
thoughtful
principled
Type
ethical
philosophical
When to use this quote
- legal decisions
- business policies
- personal conduct
Key Concepts
deontology
moral philosophy
Questions to Reflect On
- What maxims can you universalize?
- When might exceptions be justified?
A Different Perspective
May be too rigid for complex situations.
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