Moral law Quote by Immanuel Kant
““Two things fill the mind with ever new and increasing wonder and awe, the more often and the more seriously reflection concentrates upon them: the starry heaven above me and the moral law within me.””
About This Quote
Source Book: Critique of Practical Reason, 1788
Kant argues that both the vast cosmos and our inner moral sense inspire endless awe when deeply contemplated.
In simple terms: The universe and conscience spark wonder.
Key Takeaway
Reflect on both external and internal awe.
Themes
philosophy
ethics
wonder
reflection
Mood
thoughtful
inspirational
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- stargazing
- ethical decision making
- personal meditation
- education
- art appreciation
Key Concepts
Kantian ethics
cosmology
inner morality
Questions to Reflect On
- How does contemplating the cosmos affect your moral choices?
- What inner moral law guides you daily?
A Different Perspective
Awe can be overwhelming, leading to paralysis.
![“The true fountains of evidence [are] the head and heart of every rational and honest man. It is there nature has written her moral laws, and where every man may read them for himself.” quote by Thomas Jefferson](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/4fc/thomas-jefferson-43_every-man_the-true-fountains-of-evidence-are-the-h_163246.jpg)
