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Hope Quote by Immanuel Kant

“What can I know? What ought I to do? What can I hope?” quote by Immanuel Kant
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“What can I know? What ought I to do? What can I hope?”

Immanuel Kant

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Source Philosophy: Critique of Practical Reason, 1788

Human knowledge, duty, and hope define moral philosophy.

In simple terms: Know, act, hope.

Key Takeaway

Balance knowledge, duty, and hope.

Themes

ethics knowledge hope

Mood

thoughtful serious

Type

philosophical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • personal decision making
  • public policy
  • education

Key Concepts

moral philosophy practical reason

Questions to Reflect On

  • What knowledge guides your actions?
  • What hope drives your duties?
A Different Perspective

Balancing these can be philosophically challenging.

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