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PITANJE LIČNOG IDENTITETA: KANT I KANTOVSKE PERSPEKTIVE
THE QUESTION OF PERSONAL IDENTITY: KANT AND KANTIAN PERSPECTIVES

Author(s): Stefan S. Mićić
Subject(s): Epistemology, Ethics / Practical Philosophy, Early Modern Philosophy
Published by: Filozofsko društvo Srbije
Keywords: personal identity; Immanuel Kant; transcendental deduction of categories; third paralogism; practical identity; Christine Korsgaard;

Summary/Abstract: In this paper, we will be examining the question of personal identity in the context of Immanuel Kant’s philosophy, as well as among contemporary Kantian thinkers such as Christine Korsgaard. Our investigation will focus primarily on those aspects of the issue that are relevant to moral philosophy. While some may believe that personal identity is not a primary concern of philosophy, or that it does not merit extensive discussion, we argue that it is indeed a significant philosophical question, particularly in the context of moral philosophy. Our inquiry will begin with Kant’s theoretical philosophy, specifically his transcendental deduction of categories and his treatment of paralogisms, as we aim to gain a deeper understanding of Kant’s views on personal identity. Following our analysis of the relevant parts of Kant’s work, we will then turn to the contemporary Kantian thinker Kristin Korsgaard, who has offered critiques of Derek Parfit’s understanding of personal identity.

  • Issue Year: 66/2023
  • Issue No: 2
  • Page Range: 17-29
  • Page Count: 13
  • Language: Serbian