Humanism Lecture Notes

Flashcards about Humanism

Human

A human being; a person.

Humanism

A system of thought and action based on the nature of interest of humans.

Humanist

A follower of the principles of humanism.

Theist

Someone who believes that there is a God.

Atheist

Someone who does not believe in God.

Agnostic

Someone who is not sure whether God exists.

Empathy

To understand and share the feelings of others.

Non-religious

Not relating with a religion.

Reason

The power of the mind to think, understand and form judgements.

Humanism

An approach to life which encourages living based on reason and rejects religion.

Humanist Beliefs

Humans evolved, learn, make choices and have their own beliefs.

Humanist Worldview

Uses science, evidence, reason and empathy to make sense of the world and inform actions and care for others.

Humanist Origin Beliefs

Do not believe in creation by God but believe in evolution.

Charles Darwin

The first to publish the theory of evolution.

Humanist Morality

Believe in the Golden Rule: treat others as you yourself want to be treated.

Humanist Goal

To live a full and happy life and help others do the same, using our own human nature as a guide to good living.

Humanist View on Afterlife

Death is the natural process that is the end of our existence on earth; there is no afterlife.

Humanist Life Events

Celebrate important life events differently, such as writing their own vows for weddings.

Humanist Naming Ceremonies

Parents write down the promises they have for their child, rather than following religious traditions.