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  • Belief in Deity
    Not considered important. Most Humanists are atheists or agnostics.

    Incarnations
    Same as above.

    Origin of Universe and Life
    The scientific method is most respected as the means for revealing the mysteries of the origins of the universe and life.

    After Death
    An afterlife or spiritual existence after death is not recognized.

    Why Evil?
    No concept of “evil.” Reasons for wrongdoing are explored through scientific methods, e.g. through study of sociology, psychology, criminology.

    Salvation
    No concept of afterlife or spiritual liberation or salvation. Realizing ones personal potential and working for the betterment of humanity through ethical consciousness and social works are considered paramount, but from a naturalistic rather than supernatural standpoint.

    Undeserved Suffering
    No spiritual reasons but rather a matter of human vulnerability to misfortune, illness, and victimization.

    Contemporary Issues
    The American Humanist Association endorses elective abortion. Other contemporary views include working for equality for homosexuals, gender equality, a secular approach to divorce and remarriage, working to end poverty, promoting peace and nonviolence, and environmental protection.


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