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relies primarily upon reason and science, democracy and human compassion

Secular and Religious Humanists both share the same worldview and the same basic principles.

From the standpoint of philosophy alone, there is no difference between the two.

Religion is that which serves the personal and social needs of a group of people sharing the same philosophical worldview.

offers a basis for moral values

an inspiring set of ideals

methods for dealing with life's harsher realities

an overall sense of purpose

a rationale for living life joyously

offer a sense of belonging

an institutional setting for the moral education of children

a historical context for one's ideas

an opportunity for affirmation of one's philosophy of life

the true substance of religion is the role it plays in the lives of individuals and the life of the community

If we define the substance of a thing as that which is most lasting and universal, then the function of religion is the core of it

doctrine is never allowed to subvert the higher purpose of meeting human needs

We must act

it is immoral to wait for God to act for us

We have a high degree of freedom in choosing what we will do.

Humanism tells us that whatever our philosophy of the universe may be, ultimately the responsibility for the kind of world in which we live rests with us.