What is secular humanism?
Social Studies · Middle School · Tue Nov 03 2020
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- Secular humanism is a philosophy that emphasizes human reason, ethics, and justice while specifically rejecting religious dogma, supernaturalism, pseudoscience, or superstition as the basis of morality and decision-making. It is a comprehensive life stance or worldview that focuses on the way human beings can lead fulfilling, ethical lives without reliance on religious or spiritual beliefs.
- Secular humanists seek to develop personal morals and ethics based on rational inquiry, naturalistic philosophy (the understanding that the universe is governed by natural laws), and a belief in the innate worth of all individuals. They believe that human beings are capable of being ethical and moral without religion or a god.
- Secular humanism often endorses human rights, the separation of church and state, the expansion of scientific understanding, and the importance of a well-informed democracy. Additionally, it supports a secular approach to public policy that is not influenced by religious beliefs or institutions.