What Is Humanism - 0 views
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a naturalistic philosophy that rejects all supernaturalism and relies primarily upon reason and science, democracy and human compassion
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a naturalistic philosophy
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rejects all supernaturalism
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relies primarily upon reason and science, democracy and human compassion
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Secular and Religious Humanists both share the same worldview and the same basic principles.
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From the standpoint of philosophy alone, there is no difference between the two.
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Religion is that which serves the personal and social needs of a group of people sharing the same philosophical worldview.
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offers a basis for moral values
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an inspiring set of ideals
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methods for dealing with life's harsher realities
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an overall sense of purpose
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a rationale for living life joyously
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offer a sense of belonging
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an institutional setting for the moral education of children
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a historical context for one's ideas
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an opportunity for affirmation of one's philosophy of life
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the true substance of religion is the role it plays in the lives of individuals and the life of the community
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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
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doctrine is never allowed to subvert the higher purpose of meeting human needs
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We must act
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it is immoral to wait for God to act for us
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We have a high degree of freedom in choosing what we will do.
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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.
