Articles related to "Humanists"

Many secular humanists name Aristotle as one of the central proponants of non-theist morality. But it seems there's more to Aristotle's ethics than meets the eye.

British Humanist Association's ads criticize labeling children according to their parents' religion and spiritual beliefs and seek the end of tax-funded UK faith schools.

Not everyone wants a religious funeral. This article explores non-religious funerals, and the basic structure of a cremation ceremony.

Modern Humanism, as compared to its Renaissance predecessor, has taken the atheist and non-theist worlds by storm by emphasizing the human experience in its philosophy.

The idea of the Middle Ages as a Dark Age is popular today. But it all began somewhere, with a 14th century Italian poet named Petrarch.

Because of a shift in focus to a human-centered approach to life, the Renaissance brought various changes in style in architecture, painting and sculpture.

The immediate intellectual context into which the Protestant Reformation was born was the Renaissance.

The early life of Diane de Poitiers showed her to be one of the most ambitious women of the Renaissance.

The dialectic method of the elenchus proposed by Socrates is not merely a philosophical concept but a concrete tool for seeking truth.

This practical outline for a Baby Naming shows how to involve grandparents, godparents and siblings in a meaningful ceremony to celebrate the arrival of the child.

Life and times of Francesco Petrarca, Petrarch, one of the most influential poets of the Middle Ages, famous for passionate sonnets to his lady love, Laura.

While Christian humanism sought to reform the corrupt Church of Medieval Christendom through intellectual and ethical means, Protestantism did so on theological grounds.

Humanist concerns topped the bill in London as the UK's capital played host to its first Time for Peace Film & Music Awards on May 12 at the Landmark Hotel.

Francois I helped bring the European Renaissance to France. He was an important patron of the arts and helped establish one of the biggest collections of art in Europe.

The key to effective performance counseling is to focus on the future- how to develop skills that will both improve job performance and enhance career opportunities.

Where do Atheists get their ethics? Is humanism an Atheistic philosophy? How does morality function without faith and religion?

A modest proposal by a writer in the UK has led to an explosion of fundraising and advertising by atheist and humanist groups in several countries.

Nine-year-old Edward VI introduced the Reformation, established the English Church, understood international affairs and showed a keen interest in reforming the currency.

The German painter, engraver, printmaker and draughtsman who introduced new levels of perception of the artist as an independent professional.

A key component of the Renaissance was the intellectual movement known as Humanism. Humanism was based on the study of classical Greek and roman cultures.

The world will note that President Abraham Lincoln and Biologist Charles Darwin were both born on February 12, 1809 and both changed the world a half century later.

Many Christians today have adopted the humanist idea of "free will." Yet, is the idea of a "free will" truly Christian?

Mary I survived a difficult childhood-separated from her mother, rejected by her father and suffered poor health-to restore Catholicism to England and produce an heir.

Talking gets all the attention, but the other half of the conversation -- listening -- may be an endangered behavior in this multitasking world.

Desiderius Erasmus of Rotterdam, commonly known among historians as the prince of the humanists, was an influential figure in the history of Protestant Reformation.

Never reaching the celebrity of Hunter S. Thompson, Kurt Vonnegut remains one of America's great writers.

The truth is, philosophy shows up in daily life. People can find it used in the workplace, through religion and at home, when parenting.

The Renaissance has been a crucial period of change and upheaval. Some previous medieval ways of thinking was eschewed and the focus was on humanity's achievements.

Brief biography of Desiderius Erasmus, a Renaissance scholar and theologian, famous for The Colloquies.

Late novelist Kurt Vonnegut's last book is a volume of cranky & humorous musings on everything from life in America in the 21st century to the importance of music.

This publication is a study of all the buildings designed by Andrea Palladio. Clear descriptions and high quality reproductions make the book accessible to all.

Albert Camus, author of The Stranger and The Myth of Sisyphus, considered himself a Humanist, and fought against being labeled an Existentialist throughout his life.

Francis Petrarch and Pico Mirandola, Fathers of the Renaissance, based their conclusions on writings of ancient greek and roman philosophers.

England like most of Western Europe at the turn of the sixteenth century was predominately Roman Catholic. Only a few homegrown heretics known as Lollards persisted.

The oversized volume, printed by Koberger shortly after Columbus discovered America, was a history, atlas and almanac with biographies and news items - an encyclopedia

Biography of Isaac Asimov, mid-1950s outstanding American science fiction writer, famous for Foundation Trilogy, Nightfall, among others.

Passion is not only a part of torrid love. It also ignites our experience of many things. Passions are vices or virtues to their highest powers, Goethe said.

Chongqing Normal University's ground-breaking school curriculum promises to plot a new path of civil behaviour for China's youth.

This article looks at the problems for critics and readers who attempt to establish what makes classic books.

Humanism, the Scientific Revolution, the Enlightenment and Romaniticism all helped shape societies in Western Euope, as well as the world at large.

When diagnosed with breast cancer, activist Barabara Ehrenreich led by example. She continues to write and assist her fellow men and women.

Lorenzo Ghiberti and Giorgio Vasari were Renaissance artists and historiographers of art whose historical writings laid basis for Art History as an academic discipline.

Written Italian language has been around since the 10th century. Today, most Italians speak a common language which has only been in existence for 147 years.

This April marked the second anniversary of the death of Kurt Vonnegut, humorist, satirist, novelist, and artist.

Barry Lyndon, a lesser-known work of Stanley Kubrick, stands up to his great classics with powerful direction and innovative cinematography.

Italian Renaissance artist Masaccio (1401-1428) had a profound influence on Quattrocento Italian Renaissance painting.

The word spirituality has a peaceful, quiet connotation. Often when a person thinks about spirituality they think of prayer and mediation. For some it is a political act.

The Colosseum has been part of the landscape of Rome for nearly 2000 years. Its history reflects the fortunes of the empire that constructed it.

Moral education in America is a flawed procedure, according to James Hunter, in his book about character training in American public schools.

In 1784, Immanuel Kant, a German philosopher, wrote: Dare to know! Have the courage to use your own intelligence. His few words described the heart of the Enlightenment.