humanism
//ˈhjuːmənɪzəm//
Noun
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.
Humanism encourages people to rely on reason and evidence rather than blind faith.
A Renaissance cultural movement that turned away from medieval scholasticism and revived interest in ancient Greek and Roman thought, literature, and art.
Renaissance humanism emphasized the study of classical texts and the value of human potential.
A secular worldview or life stance that embraces human reason, ethics, and philosophical naturalism while rejecting religious dogma as a basis of morality and decision-making.
She embraced humanism as a philosophy that values human reason and ethics over religious doctrine.