Abstract
Immanuel Kant continues to be one of the most influential thinkers in the history of philosophy. His thought shapes much of contemporary culture and has dramatically influenced Christian philosophy and theology. While some of this influence is beneficial, there are components of Kantian thought – especially as it pertains to the capabilities of human reason to arrive at true knowledge of God – that are decidedly problematic. In this paper, two different readings on Kant’s work on this subject are presented, followed by a brief overview of key insights and shortcomings. The final section charts a positive way forward for the Christian thinker, incorporating the insights of Kantian thought, while avoiding its pitfalls.
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Seeman, Elias
(2024)
"Kantian Reason & Epistemic Humility,"
Lux et Fides: A Journal for Undergraduate Christian Scholars: Vol. 2, Article 10.
Available at:
https://pillars.taylor.edu/luxetfidesjournal/vol2/iss1/10
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