Secular Humanism
Secular Humanism is a worldview emphasizing human reason, ethics, and social justice without reliance on religious belief, focusing on human welfare and rational inquiry.
Building an entire ethical and philosophical framework around human reason and welfare rather than religious doctrine, this worldview has significantly influenced modern approaches to science, ethics, and governance.
Reason Over Religious Doctrine
Secular humanism emphasizes human reason, scientific inquiry, and ethics as the primary basis for understanding morality and organizing society, rather than religious teachings or divine authority.
A Focus on Human Welfare
The philosophy centers on improving human welfare and promoting social justice through rational, evidence-based approaches to addressing societal challenges.
Formal Organizational Development
Secular humanism developed significant formal organizational structures during the 20th century, including humanist societies and formal manifestos articulating its core principles.
Influence on Modern Ethics
Secular humanist principles have significantly influenced modern discussions of bioethics, human rights, and public policy in societies with increasingly diverse religious and non-religious populations.
