Famous quote by Immanuel Kant

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It is not necessary that whilst I live I live happily but it is necessary that so long as I live I should live honourabl
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"It is not necessary that whilst I live I live happily; but it is necessary that so long as I live I should live honourably"

- Immanuel Kant

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This quote by Immanuel Kant talks to the significance of living a respectable life, regardless of whether it is a delighted one. Kant is suggesting that it is not needed to be pleased in life, however it is necessary to live with integrity and dignity. He is highlighting the significance of living a life of ethical principles and worths, even if it is not a life of delight and contentment. He is recommending that it is more crucial to live a life of honor than to live a life of pleasure. This quote motivates us to focus on our moral character and to strive to live a life of integrity, even if it is not a life of joy. It is a tip that our actions and choices ought to be guided by our moral compass, instead of our desire for pleasure.

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Immanuel Kant This quote is written / told by Immanuel Kant between April 22, 1724 and February 12, 1804. He was a famous Philosopher from Germany. The author also have 34 other quotes.

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