1. According to Kant, what is the meaning or goal of Enlightenment and how does it relate to maturity?
2. Why do most prefer to stay on a state of immaturity? What does this say about the human condition?
3. What type of religious belief does Kant criticize and consider immature? What would be a type of mature religious belief or practice?
4. What is the necessary condition for the progress of Enlightenment and why?
5. For Kant, what does it mean to treat another person with dignity? What do you do or not do in the respect of one’s dignity?
6. In your view, why should we choose to think for ourselves if it does require us to overcome our tendency to remain in immaturity? In other words, why choose a life that requires greater effort on our part, namely thinking for oneself?
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