Can Egoism Provide a Solid Basis for Morality?

Abstract

It has often been argued that Egoism is by definition incompatible with morality. We will challenge this viewpoint in the following analysis, arguing that the assumption of incompatibility rests on a false premise. This will allow us to enquire whether or not Egoism can provide a basis for morality. To answer in the affirmative, it is sufficient to show that the claim that Egoism could be such a basis cannot in all cases be refuted.