Articles related to "Humanists"
UK Non-Religious Funerals
Not everyone wants a religious funeral. This article explores non-religious funerals, and the basic structure of a cremation ceremony.
humanist funeral • humanist cremation • non-religious funeral • non-religious cremation • uk funeral
Not everyone wants a religious funeral. This article explores non-religious funerals, and the basic structure of a cremation ceremony.
humanist funeral • humanist cremation • non-religious funeral • non-religious cremation • uk funeral
Humanist Reflections on a Tragedy
A Humanist response to the terrorist attacks on the World Trade Center and the Pentagon on September 11th. Related links follow.
humanism • terrorism • religion • september 11 • wtc
A Humanist response to the terrorist attacks on the World Trade Center and the Pentagon on September 11th. Related links follow.
humanism • terrorism • religion • september 11 • wtc
Petrarch and the Dark Ages
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.
petrarch • middle ages • dark ages • humanists • flavio biondo
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.
petrarch • middle ages • dark ages • humanists • flavio biondo
Renaissance and a Humanist Approach to Fine Arts
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.
renaissance modern shift in styles • careful historical study of human anatomy • the rebirth of ancient greek and roman culture • medical research and human dissections during rena • creating accurate details in art and sculpture
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.
renaissance modern shift in styles • careful historical study of human anatomy • the rebirth of ancient greek and roman culture • medical research and human dissections during rena • creating accurate details in art and sculpture
Diane de Poitiers
The early life of Diane de Poitiers showed her to be one of the most ambitious women of the Renaissance.
diane de poitiers • francois i • renaissance woman • queen claude • renaissance
The early life of Diane de Poitiers showed her to be one of the most ambitious women of the Renaissance.
diane de poitiers • francois i • renaissance woman • queen claude • renaissance
Its What I Do . . . Not What I "Am!"
<p>In which I reveal something about myself that may cause some of my readers to hate me; and present some logical reasons why they shouldn't.
hate • discriminate • athiest • humanist • belief
<p>In which I reveal something about myself that may cause some of my readers to hate me; and present some logical reasons why they shouldn't.
hate • discriminate • athiest • humanist • belief
Principles of Design - Scale
Humans have a human sense of scale - man as the measure of all things.
scale • gardens • proportion • japanese. renaissance • humanist
Humans have a human sense of scale - man as the measure of all things.
scale • gardens • proportion • japanese. renaissance • humanist
The Ugly Side of Humanism
Is humanism an anti-individualist ideology ? Quotes from various humanist documents would seem to indicate that this is the case.
atheism • humanism • humanist
Is humanism an anti-individualist ideology ? Quotes from various humanist documents would seem to indicate that this is the case.
atheism • humanism • humanist
The problem with secular humanism
Secular humanism is often said to be the most important atheist ideology. However, it suffers from fatal flaws.
secular • humanism • humanist • religion • atheism
Secular humanism is often said to be the most important atheist ideology. However, it suffers from fatal flaws.
secular • humanism • humanist • religion • atheism
Socrates and the Method of the Elenchus
The dialectic method of the elenchus proposed by Socrates is not merely a philosophical concept but a concrete tool for seeking truth.
general philosophy and ideas of socrates • elenchus as a tool for finding truth and answers • humanist perspective and individual moral truth • philosophical dialogue and discussion more effecti • socrates' rejection of dogmas and given divine tru
The dialectic method of the elenchus proposed by Socrates is not merely a philosophical concept but a concrete tool for seeking truth.
general philosophy and ideas of socrates • elenchus as a tool for finding truth and answers • humanist perspective and individual moral truth • philosophical dialogue and discussion more effecti • socrates' rejection of dogmas and given divine tru
Introduction to Modern Humanism, part 1
Part one of a multi-part essay on Modern Humanism. In part one, the definition of Modern Humanism is discussed, including the difference between Secular and Religious Humanisms. The history of Humanism is next.
humanism • modern humanism • philosophical humanism • secular humanism • religious humanism
Part one of a multi-part essay on Modern Humanism. In part one, the definition of Modern Humanism is discussed, including the difference between Secular and Religious Humanisms. The history of Humanism is next.
humanism • modern humanism • philosophical humanism • secular humanism • religious humanism
Introduction to Modern Humanism, part 3: Renaissance Precursors
This article is part of an introductory series on Humanism, and examines the historical precursors to Humanism during the Renaissance period.
humanism • secular humanism • religious humanism • freethought • freethought history
This article is part of an introductory series on Humanism, and examines the historical precursors to Humanism during the Renaissance period.
humanism • secular humanism • religious humanism • freethought • freethought history
Humanism in 2002
This special New Years article provides an overview of the public image of Humanists and freethinkers so far and provides suggestions for improvement in the future.
humanism • atheism • freethought • humanists • atheists
This special New Years article provides an overview of the public image of Humanists and freethinkers so far and provides suggestions for improvement in the future.
humanism • atheism • freethought • humanists • atheists
Intro 4b: Late Enlightenment Precursors to Religious Humanism
Part of a series on Modern Humanism, and the second half of an article on precursors to Religious Humanism during the Enlightenment. This half focuses on the latter half of the Age of Enlightenment.
religious humanism • humanism • enlightenment • age of reason • wollenscroft
Part of a series on Modern Humanism, and the second half of an article on precursors to Religious Humanism during the Enlightenment. This half focuses on the latter half of the Age of Enlightenment.
religious humanism • humanism • enlightenment • age of reason • wollenscroft
Baby Naming Ceremony
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.
baby naming • new baby • grandparents • godparents • alternative christening
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.
baby naming • new baby • grandparents • godparents • alternative christening
Fair Peril - a review
Review of the Fantasy novel, Fair Peril, a novel by Nancy Springer.
science fiction • fantasy • genre • novel • author
Review of the Fantasy novel, Fair Peril, a novel by Nancy Springer.
science fiction • fantasy • genre • novel • author
Memento: Blueprint of a Monster
Humanist social commentary about vengeance and review of the movie <I>Memento</I>.
memento • revenge • vengeance • retribution • humanism
Humanist social commentary about vengeance and review of the movie <I>Memento</I>.
memento • revenge • vengeance • retribution • humanism
Time for Peace Film Awards 2008
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.
time for peace • humanist concerns • film awards • film and music awards • micheal winterbottom
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.
time for peace • humanist concerns • film awards • film and music awards • micheal winterbottom
The Basis of Secular Ethics
Where do Atheists get their ethics? Is humanism an Atheistic philosophy? How does morality function without faith and religion?
secular ethics • atheist ethics • humanism • secular morality • religious morality
Where do Atheists get their ethics? Is humanism an Atheistic philosophy? How does morality function without faith and religion?
secular ethics • atheist ethics • humanism • secular morality • religious morality
Intro to Humanism, Part 5: Enlightenment Precursors to Secular Humanism
Precursors to Secular Humanism during the Enlightenment, including: Pantheism, the Encylopedists/Materialists, the Philosophes, Skepticism, and the Democrats.
humanism • secular humanism • atheism • atheist • humanist
Precursors to Secular Humanism during the Enlightenment, including: Pantheism, the Encylopedists/Materialists, the Philosophes, Skepticism, and the Democrats.
humanism • secular humanism • atheism • atheist • humanist
Humanism
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.
leonardo da vinci • da vinci. mona lisa • humanism • renaissance • intellectual movement
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.
leonardo da vinci • da vinci. mona lisa • humanism • renaissance • intellectual movement
Abraham Lincoln and Charles Darwin Bicentennials
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.
abraham lincoln and charles darwin bicentennials • history's greatest men • share 200th birthdays • biologist charles darwin • abraham lincoln bicentennial commission
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.
abraham lincoln and charles darwin bicentennials • history's greatest men • share 200th birthdays • biologist charles darwin • abraham lincoln bicentennial commission
Freedom of the Will vs. Bondage of the Will
Many Christians today have adopted the humanist idea of "free will." Yet, is the idea of a "free will" truly Christian?
bondage of the will • free will • luther and erasmus • free will and salvation • faith and love
Many Christians today have adopted the humanist idea of "free will." Yet, is the idea of a "free will" truly Christian?
bondage of the will • free will • luther and erasmus • free will and salvation • faith and love
The Rewards of Active Listening
Talking gets all the attention, but the other half of the conversation -- listening -- may be an endangered behavior in this multitasking world.
active listening • paying attention • humanistic psychology • good listener • power of listening
Talking gets all the attention, but the other half of the conversation -- listening -- may be an endangered behavior in this multitasking world.
active listening • paying attention • humanistic psychology • good listener • power of listening
Intro to Modern Humanism, part 2: Ancient Precursors of Humanism
Part 2 of the Introduction to Modern Humanism describes the precursors of Humanism in ancient Greece and Rome.
humanism • history • greek • roman • greece
Part 2 of the Introduction to Modern Humanism describes the precursors of Humanism in ancient Greece and Rome.
humanism • history • greek • roman • greece
Kurt Vonnegut
Never reaching the celebrity of Hunter S. Thompson, Kurt Vonnegut remains one of America's great writers.
kurt vonnegut • "slaughterhouse five" • hunter s. thompson • "a man without a country" • issac avimov
Never reaching the celebrity of Hunter S. Thompson, Kurt Vonnegut remains one of America's great writers.
kurt vonnegut • "slaughterhouse five" • hunter s. thompson • "a man without a country" • issac avimov
Renaissance Humanism and the Human Perspective
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.
change of human perspective during renaissance • rebirth of classical literature during renaissance • renaissance a modern self-conscious historical per • rejection of medieval superstitions and traditions • liberal arts and education built on humanistic val
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.
change of human perspective during renaissance • rebirth of classical literature during renaissance • renaissance a modern self-conscious historical per • rejection of medieval superstitions and traditions • liberal arts and education built on humanistic val
Who, What, When 1400-1500
Nothing tells you what happened when more efficiently than a timeline. Browse this who´s who and what´s what of the early Renaissance and stay tuned for more.
Nothing tells you what happened when more efficiently than a timeline. Browse this who´s who and what´s what of the early Renaissance and stay tuned for more.
Kurt Vonnegut's A Man Without A Country
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.
kurt vonnegut • a man without a country • memoir • articles • musings
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.
kurt vonnegut • a man without a country • memoir • articles • musings
Palladio The Complete Buildings – Book Review
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.
andrea palladio • renaissance architecture • baroque architecture • neoclassical architecture • taschen books on architecture
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.
andrea palladio • renaissance architecture • baroque architecture • neoclassical architecture • taschen books on architecture
Philosopher Albert Camus
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.
albert camus philosophy • albert camus • philosopher camus • albert camus philosophy on the absurdities of life • what does the feeling of absurdity mean camus
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.
albert camus philosophy • albert camus • philosopher camus • albert camus philosophy on the absurdities of life • what does the feeling of absurdity mean camus
Renaissance: A Rebirth of Classical Era Thought
Francis Petrarch and Pico Mirandola, Fathers of the Renaissance, based their conclusions on writings of ancient greek and roman philosophers.
francis petrarch • giovanni pico della mirandola • renaissance influences • oration on the diginity of man • greek philosophers
Francis Petrarch and Pico Mirandola, Fathers of the Renaissance, based their conclusions on writings of ancient greek and roman philosophers.
francis petrarch • giovanni pico della mirandola • renaissance influences • oration on the diginity of man • greek philosophers
The Lollards
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.
john wycliffe • lollards • english heretics • henry v • english bible
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.
john wycliffe • lollards • english heretics • henry v • english bible
Philipp Melanchthon: Luther's Right Hand Man
Voted the most influential Lutheran outside of Martin Luther, this article takes a brief look at Philipp Melanchthon and his role in the Lutheran Reformation as well as his role after Luther's death.
philipp melanchthon • martin luther • augsburg • confessions • wittenberg
Voted the most influential Lutheran outside of Martin Luther, this article takes a brief look at Philipp Melanchthon and his role in the Lutheran Reformation as well as his role after Luther's death.
philipp melanchthon • martin luther • augsburg • confessions • wittenberg
Isaac Asimov Life and Works
Biography of Isaac Asimov, mid-1950s outstanding American science fiction writer, famous for Foundation Trilogy, Nightfall, among others.
isaac asimov life and works • isaac asimov biography • asimov science fiction writer • asimov robotics • asimov books
Biography of Isaac Asimov, mid-1950s outstanding American science fiction writer, famous for Foundation Trilogy, Nightfall, among others.
isaac asimov life and works • isaac asimov biography • asimov science fiction writer • asimov robotics • asimov books
Early Renaissance Gardens
What were early Renaissance gardens like and how were they different from Medieval gardens?
renaissance • medici • florence • gardens • history
What were early Renaissance gardens like and how were they different from Medieval gardens?
renaissance • medici • florence • gardens • history
Erasmus: An Introduction
A brief introduction to the life and work of the great renaissance humanist Erasmus
erasmus • praise of folly
A brief introduction to the life and work of the great renaissance humanist Erasmus
erasmus • praise of folly
Michael: Friend or Foe?
The events of "The God You Know" and "You Are There" have prompted some questions about the motives and agenda of the General in charge of Heaven's Armies. I take a look back and pry away the surface impressions we have of the archangel Michael.
xena • gabrielle • michael • lucy lawless • renee o'connor
The events of "The God You Know" and "You Are There" have prompted some questions about the motives and agenda of the General in charge of Heaven's Armies. I take a look back and pry away the surface impressions we have of the archangel Michael.
xena • gabrielle • michael • lucy lawless • renee o'connor
Interfaith Prayer Online
How to find online interfaith prayer resources
interfaith • prayer • internet
How to find online interfaith prayer resources
interfaith • prayer • internet
Live and in the Can
You've heard all about "the can" but you're skeptical. It costs more money than a regular CD and a lot of the tracks aren't really songs. Plus it comes in a can - which doesn't fit in a CD case. But "the can" has a lot more to it than that.
live and in the can • delirious?
You've heard all about "the can" but you're skeptical. It costs more money than a regular CD and a lot of the tracks aren't really songs. Plus it comes in a can - which doesn't fit in a CD case. But "the can" has a lot more to it than that.
live and in the can • delirious?
Treasure Trove: The Paideia Archive
The Paideia Papers Archive is the largest philosophy archive in the world, a boon to both philosophers and students, a collective index of the cross-currents of contemporary philosophy, and a feast for the mind.
paideia • paideia papers archive • philosophy • philosophy papers • philosophy on the web
The Paideia Papers Archive is the largest philosophy archive in the world, a boon to both philosophers and students, a collective index of the cross-currents of contemporary philosophy, and a feast for the mind.
paideia • paideia papers archive • philosophy • philosophy papers • philosophy on the web
“The True American Holy Christian Church”: Do we want this sort of New Christianity?
A brief discussion of Katherine Yurica's article from The Yurica Report "The Despoiling of America. How George W. Bush became the head of the new American Dominionist Church/State."
yurica • the despoiling of america • dominionism • dominionists • robertson
A brief discussion of Katherine Yurica's article from The Yurica Report "The Despoiling of America. How George W. Bush became the head of the new American Dominionist Church/State."
yurica • the despoiling of america • dominionism • dominionists • robertson
Barbara Ehrenreich in Action
When diagnosed with breast cancer, activist Barabara Ehrenreich led by example. She continues to write and assist her fellow men and women.
barbara ehrenreich • activist and author • bait and switch • nickel and dimed • cancerland
When diagnosed with breast cancer, activist Barabara Ehrenreich led by example. She continues to write and assist her fellow men and women.
barbara ehrenreich • activist and author • bait and switch • nickel and dimed • cancerland
History of Italian Language
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.
written italian • standard italian language • italian mother tongue • italian dialects • italian language development
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.
written italian • standard italian language • italian mother tongue • italian dialects • italian language development
Renaissance Mystery: Masaccio Paintings
Italian Renaissance artist Masaccio (1401-1428) had a profound influence on Quattrocento Italian Renaissance painting.
masaccio • italian renaissace painters • florence art • italy art • church art
Italian Renaissance artist Masaccio (1401-1428) had a profound influence on Quattrocento Italian Renaissance painting.
masaccio • italian renaissace painters • florence art • italy art • church art
Spirituality as a Political Act
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.
political spirituality • discrimination and genocide • polictical action • peace • spiritual belief
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.
political spirituality • discrimination and genocide • polictical action • peace • spiritual belief
The Colosseum's History
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.
the colosseum in rome • history of rome's colosseum • history of the flavian amphitheatre • what is the colosseum's real name • amphitheatre flavium
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.
the colosseum in rome • history of rome's colosseum • history of the flavian amphitheatre • what is the colosseum's real name • amphitheatre flavium
The Death of Character
Moral education in America is a flawed procedure, according to James Hunter, in his book about character training in American public schools.
the death of character • james davison hunter • moral training in schools • character development in students • strategies for moral training
Moral education in America is a flawed procedure, according to James Hunter, in his book about character training in American public schools.
the death of character • james davison hunter • moral training in schools • character development in students • strategies for moral training
The Making of Music
Travel the ages of musical sound with the BBC's latest series on classical music history.
making of music • bbc • radio program • early music • classical music history
Travel the ages of musical sound with the BBC's latest series on classical music history.
making of music • bbc • radio program • early music • classical music history
The Nuremberg Chronicle
Learn about 'Die Schedelsche Weltchronik', one of the earliest printed books and the first depiction of Saint Valentine.
nuremberg chronicle • hartmann schedel • first mention of st. valentine • printing business of 15th century • invention of printing press
Learn about 'Die Schedelsche Weltchronik', one of the earliest printed books and the first depiction of Saint Valentine.
nuremberg chronicle • hartmann schedel • first mention of st. valentine • printing business of 15th century • invention of printing press
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