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How would you argue that happiness (according to kant) is not the ultimate aim of moral philosophy?
But doesn't Kant also argue that morality is grounded in reason and that our rational nature necessitates the pursuit of happiness?
Yes, Kant does argue that happiness is a natural desire but he also believes that it is not a necessary component of moral action. Instead, our moral obligation stems from the rational recognition of our duty to treat others as ends in themselves and not merely means to our own happiness.