Humanism from a Humanist perspective

This Lens is about Humanism from a Humanist's (this Humanist's) perspective. Will explore history, philosophy and Humanism from Religious Humanism through Secular Humanism. Resources are drawn from the web and print as well as other media to provide a rich background experience in the philosophy of Humanism.

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Humanist Links

Wikipedia Humanism Article: Article on Humanism from Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia that anyone can edit. Includes many links a pretty good starting point for information on Humanism.
American Humanist Association: American Humanist Association is the oldest and largest Humanist Association in the US. I particularly recommend browsing the About section for information about Humanism (http://www.americanhumanist.org/about) and the article on What is Humanism by Fred Edwords (http://www.americanhumanist.org/humanism/whatis.php)
The Humanist: A Magazine of Critical Inquiry and Social Concern: The Humanist applies Humanism-a naturalistic and democratic outlook informed by science, inspired by art, and motivated by compassion-to broad areas of social and personal concern. With a distinguished cadre of feature writers covering everything from science and religion to politics and popular culture, and with a wide-ranging list of stellar contributors, the Humanist continues to challenge its readers with insightful ethical critique and commentary on the central issues of our time
Humanist Society: Those who are attracted to a positive, progressive philosophy unencumbered by the rigidity of traditional religions embrace the vibrant lifestance of Humanism. The Humanist Society (HS) gives life to Humanism's rational philosophy by focusing on community and daily living. HS connects you to other Humanists in several ways. Its flagship publication, Humanist Living includes inspirational stories, engaging book reviews, informative articles on raising Humanist children, and other writings about life as a Humanist.
Secular Coalition For American: The political and media voice of atheists, humanists, freethinkers, and other nontheistic Americans.
Promoting religious understanding, tolerance and freedom.: Website promoting religious tolerance, freedom, and understanding. Describe dozens of faith groups objectively and looks at controversial topics from all viewpoints.

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Defining Humanism

Humanism is a forward-looking, modern philosophy for living. It acknowledges both our ability and responsibility to lead ethical lives of personal fulfillment that also strive toward the greater good of humanity. Humanism does not call upon any supernatural help or guidance to achieve these goals, but places man at the center of all things.