because you switch from belifes form time to time and belive in humanity to preserve the world and try their best.
2007-10-27 04:31:53 · 14 answers · asked by Anonymous in Society & Culture ➔ Religion & Spirituality
It's more of a philosophy than a religion. A religion requires faith.
2007-10-27 04:34:18 · answer #1 · answered by robert 6 · 2⤊ 1⤋
Humanism is not a religion. It is apart from religion. They don't 'switch from beliefs' from time to time.
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Humanism is a philosophy of life inspired by humanity and guided by reason. It provides the basis for a fulfilling and ethical life without religion.
* Humanists make sense of the world using reason, experience and shared human values.
* Humanists see no convincing evidence for gods, the supernatural, or life after death.
* Humanists believe that moral values are properly founded on human empathy and scientific understanding.
* Humanists believe we must live this life on the basis that it is the only life we'll have -- that, therefore, we must make the most of it for ourselves, each other, and our world.
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2007-10-27 11:56:47 · answer #2 · answered by Bajingo 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
As a Secular Humanist, I do not believe it is a religion. Usually with Humanist they choose to go beyond religion and faith. When people ask me what I believe in I simply say humanity.
2007-10-27 12:20:39 · answer #3 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think by "humanist" you mean to be "good" to human beings , But how would you determine the "good" ,
Our difference of opinion and our free will needs a religion to let us know "the good" to behave ,
Otherwise , self standard Good behavior will lead us Humans no where , But frustration.
2007-10-27 11:47:50 · answer #4 · answered by ? 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The record of history shows that with all of humanities striving we are doing a miserable job of preserving the world though we may try our best. World wars I & II are some recent examples.
Switching beliefs from time to time evidences that the beliefs are faulty and that it will continue as long as humans rely upon their own flawed perceptions instead of submitting to divine revelation.
The Divine Inspiration
of the
Bible
by Arthur W. Pink http://www.jesus-is-lord.com/divine.htm
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Table of Contents
About This Book
Title
Introduction
Chapter One: There Is a Presumption in Favor of the Bible
Chapter Two: The Perennial Freshness of the Bible Bears Witness to its Divine Inspirer
Chapter Three: The Unmistakable Honesty of the Writers of the Bible Attests to its Heavenly Origin
Chapter Four: The Character of its Teachings Evidences the Divine Authorship of the Bible
Chapter Five: The Fulfilled Prophecies of the Bible Bespeak the Omniscience of its Author
Chapter Six: The Typical Significance of the Scriptures Declare Their Divine Authorship
Chapter Seven: The Wonderful Unity of the Bible Attests its Divine Authorship
Chapter Eight: The Marvelous Influence of the Bible Declares its Super-Human Character
Chapter Nine: The Miraculous Power of the Bible Shows Forth That its Inspirer Is the Almighty
I. The Power of God's Word to Convict Men of Sin.
II. The Power of God's Word to Deliver Men From Sin.
III. The Power of God's Word Over the Human Affections.
Chapter Ten: The Completeness of the Bible Demonstrates its Divine Perfection
Chapter Eleven: The Indestructibility of the Bible Is a Proof that its Author Is Divine
Chapter Twelve: Inward Confirmation of the Veracity of the Scriptures
Chapter Thirteen: Verbal Inspiration
Chapter Fourteen: Application of the Argument
I. We Need to Seek God's Forgiveness.
II. It Is the Final Court of Appeal.
III. It Is the Ultimate Standard for Regulating Conduct.
IV. It Is a Sure Foundation for Our Faith.
V. It Has Unique Claims Upon Us.
2007-10-27 11:40:45 · answer #5 · answered by Martin S 7 · 0⤊ 4⤋
Humanism is not switching beliefs from time to time. Humanism is somewhat atheistic, they believe that we are so far advanced that we do not need god.
It's actually a philosophy, not a religion.
2007-10-27 12:31:14 · answer #6 · answered by Bookworm 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
That question's worth a star. i belong to spiritual humanism. unlike revealed religion, humanism grows as new discoveries are made known concerning the universe and our relationship with each other.
religion does not require faith only someone willing to teach it.
2007-10-27 11:37:35 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Is humanism a religion?
That said, it IS a healthy and positive outlook on life!
2007-10-27 13:20:18 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
"What a piece of work is a man! How noble in reason! how infinite in faculty! in form, in moving, how express and admirable! in action how like an angel! in apprehension how like a god! the beauty of the world! the paragon of animals! And yet, to me, what is this quintessence of dust? man delights not me; no, nor woman neither, though, by your smiling, you seem to say so."
Hamlet, act2, sc2
2007-10-27 11:38:21 · answer #9 · answered by Quailman 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Switching beliefs sound like you want to get out from under when if gets difficult or you don't know what you really want. Makes you sound like a butterfly flitting from flower to flower
In any case, religion is about Faith and not belief.
2007-10-27 11:37:12 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 2⤋