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Is Kantian ethics a "consequentialist" or "non-consequentialist" moral theory? Why?
Interesting. How does Kantian ethics compare to utilitarianism, which is a consequentialist moral theory?
Utilitarianism is the idea that the rightness or wrongness of an action is determined by its overall consequences or outcomes. In contrast, Kantian ethics holds that an action is right or wrong in itself, based on its inherent moral value. So while utilitarianism considers the consequences of an action to be most important, Kantian ethics prioritizes the moral character of the person performing the action.