What is Enlightenment?

Author: Immanuel Kant was a German philosopher who is widely considered to be a central figure of modern philosophy. He argued that fundamental concepts structure human experience, and that reason is the source of morality.

Context:  Written in 1784, although Kant lived in Germany he was no doubt influenced by the Revolution in France.

Summary:  Seeks to "accept the rationalism of the Enlightenment while still preserving a belief in human freedom."  This particular document concisely describes the goals and ideas of the Enlightenment.

Quote: "Dare to Know! Have courage to use your own reason!”