Is practical anthropology complementary or conflicting in relation to a priori morality?

Abstract

In general, this article aims to investigate whether the relationship between the two components of Kant’s ethics is complementary or conflicting. This constitutes our primary objective, which is further divided into three specific issues. Theoretically, we seek to understand how the development of empirical knowledge is possible in a manner that is morally relevant. Additionally, from a practical standpoint, we aim to comprehend how empirical factors impact morality. We contend that there is a complementary aspect in the relationship between the two components of ethics, but only in the strict and necessary measure where we have clarity regarding the specifications concerning the limits of its possible contribution to morality. This leads us to the third specific question: What are the boundaries within which practical anthropology can provide contributions to morality?