Entity: IMMANUEL-KANT
Immanuel Kant was an influential German idealist philosopher in the 18th century, known for his Critical Philosophy and works such as Critique of Pure Reason.
IMMANUEL-KANT
Etymology
Immanuel Kant was originally baptized as Emanuel, with the spelling of his name changed to Immanuel after learning Hebrew.
Definition
Immanuel Kant, a German idealist philosopher, was a prominent figure in the 18th century known for his Critical Philosophy.
Historical Context
Kant lived from 1724 to 1804 and was a key figure in modern philosophy. His works, such as Critique of Pure Reason, have had a lasting impact on philosophical thought.
Cultural Significance
Immanuel Kant's ideas on metaphysics, ethics, and epistemology have greatly influenced Western philosophy and continue to be studied and debated today.
Related Concepts
Kant's Critical Philosophy, transcendental idealism, and categorical imperative are key concepts associated with his philosophical contributions.
See Also
- Critique of Pure Reason
- German Idealism
- Categorical Imperative
An eighteenth-century German philosopher, one of the leading philosophers of modern times, known for his Critical Philosophy.