Metaphysics of Morals

The Metaphysics of Morals (German: Die Metaphysik der Sitten) is a 1797 work of political and moral philosophy by Immanuel Kant. It is divided into two sections: the Doctrine of Right, dealing with political rights, and the Doctrine of Virtue, dealing with ethical virtues.

Metaphysics of Morals
Cover of the first edition
AuthorImmanuel Kant
Original titleDie Metaphysik der Sitten
TranslatorMary J. Gregor
CountryGermany
LanguageGerman
SubjectEthics
Published1797
Media typePrint

In this work, Kant develops the political and ethical philosophy for which the Groundwork and Critique of Practical Reason provide the foundation.

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