Humanism Flashcards
Secular definition
If something is non religious
Ethical definition
To do with what you understand to be right or wrong, how you make your moral decisions
Reason definition
To think, analyse and draw a logical conclusion
What is humanism
a rationalist outlook attaching importance to human rather than divine or supernatural matters
What are the 10 commitments of humanism
Critical thinking
Ethical development
Peace & social justice
Service and participation
Empathy
Humility
Environmentalism
Global awareness
Responsibility
Altruism
Define altruism
Selfless concern for the well being of others
Utilitarianism definition
Greatest happiness for the greatest number of people
List 3 things a humanist would consider when making moral decisions
What is the most empathetic response
Will it result in the greatest amount of happiness (utilitarianism)
They think on past situations and outcomes to base their next decision on by using reason
What is one critique for humanism
Runs the risk of being very subjective, what’s logical for one person may not logical for another
