secular humanism
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Origin of secular humanism
First recorded in 1980–85
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Responsible citizens who strive to live an ethical and morally grounded life, and who are committed to secular humanism and overall decency, should never stop being outraged at injustice.
From Salon • Jul. 28, 2022
As a result, Comte founded his own church in 1849, which has as its theoretical legacy the secular humanism of today.
From Textbooks • Jun. 15, 2022
His focus for these books ranged from secular humanism to Bible prophecy and the biblical teaching on sex and marriage.
From Washington Times • Jul. 25, 2016
The right to a dignified death is viewed as an accomplishment of secular humanism, one of seven belief systems that are officially recognized by the government.
From The New Yorker • Jun. 15, 2015
This new, irrepressible sound was the still, small voice of secular humanism.
From "The Story of Music" by Howard Goodall
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