UID:
almahu_9949678094802882
Format:
1 online resource (352 pages)
Edition:
1st ed.
ISBN:
9781350192607
Series Statement:
Kant's Sources in Translation
Content:
Alexander Baumgarten's 〈i〉Ethica Philosophica〈/i〉 (1740) served as a chief textbook of philosophical instruction in German universities for several decades, and was used by Immanuel Kant for his lectures on moral philosophy between 1759 and 1794. Now translated into English for the first time, John Hymers explores the extent of Baumgarten's influence on the development of German philosophy. Accompanied by an introduction to Baumgarten and his work, this translation features an explanation of the main themes of the 〈i〉Ethica Philosophica〈/i〉, touching upon its relation to Christian Wolff and G.F. Meier's practical philosophy, but focusing especially on its role in Kant's lectures. First-time translations of elucidatory passages from the writings of Meier, Wolff, and Heinrich Köhler appear together with the relevant transcriptions of Kant's lectures on ethics. Based on a thorough knowledge of the original text, Hymers' clear translation and supporting material makes it possible to distinguish Kant's own remarks and insights from his attempts to expound and summarize Baumgarten's ideas. This is a much-needed contribution for anyone working in the history of modern philosophy.〈b〉〈/b〉
Note:
Series Editors' Preface Acknowledgments Abbreviations Translator's Introduction to the BEP This Volume Alexander Baumgarten - A Brief Life The central themes of the 〈i〉Ethica Philosophica〈/i〉 1) The Determining Ground of Perfection 2) Obligation 3) Happiness and religion Notes on this translation 1) The editions of the 〈i〉Ethica Philosophica〈/i〉 2) Vocabulary Baumgarten's 〈i〉Philosophical Ethics〈/i〉 To the listener of good will [Preface to the first edition] New Preface [Preface to the second edition] Synopsis Prolegomena 〈b〉Part I. General Ethics〈/b〉 I. Religion 2. Duties Towards Yourself 3. Duties Towards Other Things 〈b〉Part II. Special Ethics 〈/b〉 4. Special Duties with Respect to the Soul 5. Special Duties with Respect to the Body 6. Special Duties with Respect to the External State Index to the Paragraphs of the 〈i〉Philosophical Ethics〈/i〉 Glossaries English to Latin Latin to English Greek - English Works Cited Textual Variants
Language:
English
DOI:
10.5040/9781350192607
URL:
https://doi.org/10.5040/9781350192607?locatt=label:secondary_bloomsburyCollections
