How did secular humanism start?

Secular Humanism - What is the background of this philosophical belief system? How does it impact society today? Study the facts. read more

Secular Humanism - as opposed to Humanism was founded by Paul Kurtz after he left the American Humanist Association. He was either fired or quit depending on who you talk to. He called his new organization the council for secular humanism to distinguish itself from the American Humanist Association. read more

Secular humanism considers all forms of religion, including religious Humanism, to be superseded. In order to sidestep disagreements between these two factions, recent Humanist proclamations define Humanism as a "life stance"; proponents of this view making up the third faction. read more

Humanism started in 1400 as a way to attach importance to humans rather than to a divine being. According to the American Humanist Association, Humanists believe that even without religion or other supernatural beliefs, humans would have the drive and responsibility to live lives that aspire to the greater good of society. read more