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German philosopher Immanuel Kant, born in 1724, advanced philosophy through his critical approach. His pivotal work, Critique of Pure Reason, aimed to reconcile rationalism and empiricism, suggesting that knowledge arises from both experience and innate structures of the mind.
Kant’s moral philosophy introduced the categorical imperative, shaping ethical discussions around duty and individual autonomy. His intellectual legacy profoundly influenced modern philosophy across various disciplines, including ethics, metaphysics, and political theory.