Religion within the limits of pure reason

Author: Immanuel Kant
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Publish Date: 2003-10-01
Features: Kant's view on religion reflects the religious experience of a philosopher in the Enlightenment era, an age dominated by science and reason. On the one hand, he vigorously advocates the supreme authority of reason, insisting on measuring everything by reason and its needs. On the other hand, he is aware of the limitations of reason itself and recognizes the positive role of religious faith and the church in social life. On the one hand, he designs his ideal religion and church according to the standards of reason's needs. On the other hand, he is aware of the gap between the real religion and church and his ideals, thus expressing earnest hopes and tactless critiques toward them.