humanism

• Philosophische und ethische Haltung, die den Wert und die Eigenständigkeit des Menschen als Individuum und in der Gemeinschaft betont und kritisches Denken sowie Beweise der Annahme von Dogmen oder Aberglauben vorzieht. Sie umfasst die Lehre, dass es die Pflicht des Menschen ist, das menschliche Wohlergehen zu fördern, betont die Fähigkeit des Menschen zur Selbstverwirklichung durch die Vernunft, lehnt Religion und Übernatürliches ab und ist mit der kulturellen Bewegung der Renaissance verbunden, die auf dem Studium der klassischen Antike beruht.

A philosophical and ethical stance that emphasizes the value and agency of human beings, individually and collectively, and generally prefers critical thinking and evidence over acceptance of dogma or superstition. It includes the doctrine that people's duty is to promote human welfare, emphasizes a person's capacity for self-realization through reason while rejecting religion and the supernatural, and is also associated with the cultural movement of the Renaissance based on classical studies.

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1. Doctrine of human welfareC1formalpolitical

   The belief that a person's primary moral obligation is to promote the well-being and happiness of all people.

   Humanismus

   • Humanism asserts that improving human welfare is the highest ethical goal.
   • Many philosophers argue that humanism provides a secular basis for morality.
   • The charity's work is grounded in humanism, focusing on education and health.

   Synonymealtruismbenevolencehumanitarianismphilanthropy

2. Secular self-realization philosophyC1formal

   An intellectual stance that emphasizes human reason, ethics, and personal fulfillment, often rejecting religious or supernatural explanations.

   Säkulare Selbstverwirklichungsphilosophie

   • Humanism encourages individuals to realize their potential through reason and compassion.
   • The Renaissance humanists placed human dignity and achievement at the center of their worldview.
   • Modern secular humanism promotes critical thinking and scientific inquiry as guides for life.

   Synonymerationalismsecular humanismsecularism

3. Renaissance cultural movementC1formalart

   The revival of classical learning and values that flourished in Europe from the 14th to the 16th centuries, focusing on literature, history, and moral philosophy.

   Kulturelle Bewegung der Renaissance

   • Petrarch is often called the father of Renaissance humanism.
   • Humanism inspired artists and writers to study ancient Greek and Roman texts.
   • The humanist movement stressed the importance of education in the humanities.

   Antonymescholasticism