Review for Grounding for the Metaphysics of Morals
In Section I of his Grounding for the Metaphysics of Morals, Kant discusses a series of examples that are meant to illuminate the nature of good willing. Explain these examples and the lesson Kant takes from them.
In your paper, be sure to address the following points:
(1) What are the examples Kant discusses and how does he use the concept of duty to bring out their relevant similarities and differences?
(2) According to Kant, what is it to will?
(3) How does this conception of willing support Kants conclusion that only one of the examples represents good willing?
(4) Is it a consequence of Kants account that a person of good will must be, emotionally speaking, indifferent or even hostile to her action?