Death Quote by Immanuel Kant
“Suicide is not abominable because God prohibits it; God prohibits it because it is abominable.”
About This Quote
Source Philosophy: Critique of Practical Reason, 1788
Moral law deems suicide intrinsically wrong; the prohibition is rooted in its inherent immorality.
In simple terms: Suicide is wrong because it is immoral.
Key Takeaway
Respect life’s intrinsic value.
Themes
ethics
human dignity
morality
Mood
serious
reflective
Type
philosophical
ethical
When to use this quote
- mental health counseling
- ethical debates
- religious teachings
Key Concepts
deontological ethics
theology
Questions to Reflect On
- Can moral principles address personal despair?
- What alternatives exist when life feels unbearable?
A Different Perspective
Complex personal suffering may challenge this view.
