hypothetical imperative
Britishnoun
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Through the hypothetical imperative we establish subjective rules for acting.
From Textbooks ● Jun. 15, 2022
Kant distinguished the categorical imperative from the hypothetical imperative, which is an action one takes to achieve a specific goal.
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A hypothetical imperative is thus not a moral rule, but a means to achieve a goal—to fulfill a desire.
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Accordingly the hypothetical imperative only says that the action is good for some purpose, possible or actual.
From Fundamental Principles of the Metaphysic of Morals by Thomas Kingsmill Abbott
The hypothetical imperative which expresses the practical necessity of an action as means to the advancement of happiness is Assertorial.
From Literary and Philosophical Essays: French, German and Italian by Various
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