Can Humanism Be Considered a Religion?

Christian humanism, otherwise known as humanistic Christianity, is thus a religion (or a kind of religion). ... Secular humanists do not regard any book as sacred or even as canonical (5). Secular humanists have organized for political power, and as a consequence there are recognized leaders within secular humanism (6).

Is humanism a religion yes or no?

Humanists do not believe in a god. They believe it is possible to live a good and fulfilling life without following a traditional religion. They do not follow a holy book either. Instead, Humanists value traits like reason and rely on science to explain the way things are.

Is secular humanism a religion?

In terms of moral rules, secular humanism is indistinguishable from a religion. ... Secular humanism makes moral claims as strong as any other faith. It is therefore as much a religion as any other. But because it is not seen as religious, the beliefs of secular humanists increasingly influence U.S. law.