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April 16, 2025

Problem of Radical Evil and Kant’s Turn to Religion: An Analysis from Pragmatic Perspective

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ATAbhijit TarafdarPresidency UniversityBPBarada Laxmi Panda

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Implication

This analysis uncovers Kant's views on radical evil and free will, highlighting the implications for personal responsibility in ethics.

Key Points

  • The theory of radical evil suggests humans have an inherent propensity towards moral wrongdoing, raising questions on ethical responsibility.
  • Kant's emphasis on free will poses a paradox as it contrasts with his views on moral determinism and personal responsibility.
  • Inquiry into the divine intervention as a response to radical evil complicates the understanding of morality and ethics.
  • The discussion reflects on contemporary interpretations of Kant's theories regarding moral dilemmas and responsible freedom.

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Tarafdar et al. (2025) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/68af4ec0ad7bf08b1ead7c6dhttps://doi.org/10.62424/jplw.2025.27.00.11
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