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This 6 page report discusses Immanuel Kant (1724-1804) and David Hume (1711-1776) who were two of the 18th century Western world’s philosophers who were particularly concerned with issues relating to what is “right” or “good” and what best serves the needs of humankind both collectively and individually. Their thoughts regarding the freedom of the human will are discussed and compared. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
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of the mind, the basis of right action, and the good life. To set out upon an examination within the realm of philosophy is to be elevated by the great
ideas of original human impulse, the love (philos) of knowledge (sophia). To a great degree, each of the worlds philosophers have addressed the issues related to the causality of
events and the greater existence of the human being whether as intellect, spirit, or as essentially a non-entity of the cosmos. One question that is of particular relevance as humanity
examines itself is that of the extent to which any individual experiences his or her own freedom of will. To what degree is freedom defined as it relates to the
individual? And, to what degree does the individual have control over their personal will and determination. Immanuel Kant (1724-1804) and David Hume (1711-1776) were two of the 18th century
Western worlds philosophers who were particularly concerned with issues relating to what is "right" or "good" and what best serves the needs of humankind both collectively and individually.
Two separate philosophical propositions may be considered that will allow a greater understanding of the thinking of Hume and Kant: first, every event has a cause; and, second, an immortal
soul exists distinct from the body. Therefore, freedom of the human will serves as an extension through which both of those are considered and tested. David Hume In 1751, Scottish
philosopher and writer David Hume published his "Enquiry Concerning the Principles of Morals." It should be noted that although his work did not actually attack religion directly, it does make
an indirect attack by establishing a system of morality that is based on utility and human sentiments alone, and without appeal to divine moral commands. Critics of the time criticized
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