Towards the perfect world

A common objection to Kantian ethics is that it cannot cope with the practical world. This is due to the fact that the theory does not provide clear guidelines on how to deal with Evil. This thesis defines the frameworks within which a Kantian ethics can emerge that provides an answer to Evil. First, the thesis makes a distinction between Kantian ethics in a legal context and in a moral context, as well as a distinction between the perfect world and the imperfect world. The answer to Evil in the legal context, this thesis shows, can be given on the basis of Kant's own works. The moral context, on the other hand, will have to be further elaborated by future Kantians. This thesis states that Kantian ethics in the moral context concerns a conflict between a Good Will and an Evil Will. The response to Evil in the moral context will have to be in relation to this assertion. Finally, this thesis provides an impetus to continue Kant's work and provide an answer to the question of how to deal with Evil in a moral context.