Historical Figures · 21st Century
Kants’s Last Words
“I have lived my truth.”— Kants, Unknown
Who Was Kants?
Immanuel Kant was a German philosopher. Born in Königsberg in the Kingdom of Prussia, he is considered one of the central thinkers of the Enlightenment. His comprehensive and systematic works in epistemology, metaphysics, logic, ethics, aesthetics, political theory, and the philosophy of religion have made him one of the most influential and highly discussed figures in modern Western philosophy.
The Final Moments
The circumstances surrounding Kants's final moments are not fully documented in available historical records.
Are These Words Verified?
If referring to Immanuel Kant (died 1804), his documented last word was 'Es ist gut' (It is good), not this quote which sounds anachronistically modern.
Sources
- biography Immanuel Kant biography by Manfred Kuehn
Legacy
Kants's story continues to be discussed by historians and enthusiasts.
Frequently Asked Questions
What were Kants’s last words?
“I have lived my truth.”
How did Kants die?
Kants died on Unknown. Cause of death: Natural Causes.
Were Kants’s last words documented?
If referring to Immanuel Kant (died 1804), his documented last word was 'Es ist gut' (It is good), not this quote which sounds anachronistically modern.
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