Humanist Values
Definition
Humanist values refer to a philosophical and ethical stance that emphasizes the value and agency of human beings, preferring critical thinking and evidence over acceptance of dogma or superstition.
Related terms
Secularism: The principle of separation of government institutions and persons mandated to represent the state from religious institutions and religious dignitaries.
Empiricism: A theory that states that knowledge comes only or primarily from sensory experience.
Ethics: Moral principles that govern a person's behavior or conducting an activity; ethics are central to humanist values.
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