trevster2k
Rock n' Roll Doggie Band-aid
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This is the title of a book I read a few years back. I heard the author on a radio talk show and realized that many of his views on life were similar to my own.
There is a section in the book discussing non-theist core principles.
1. The human species has evolved as - and remains as- part of nature.
2. Human consiciousness is a function of the activity of the human brain.
3. Human beings require (to some extent) a system of belief in order to function.
4. Humanists believe that in all its forms the supernatural is a myth.
5. The human species is capable of achieving a great deal using its resources of collaboration and creativity. The results of these endeavours often benefit our species and planet, but we are also capable of using the same abilities in acts of destruction and cruelty.
6. Humanists do not believe that the rules of human conduct have been set or preordained by any deity or external intelligence.
7. Individuals who are aware of the consequences of their actions on other individuals, on the community and on the species are likely to behave in a more considerate, more reasonable and more ethical way.
8. Humanists believe that equality of opportunity is a fundamental principle on which humankind can base its behaviour.
9. Life on earth is relatively fragile and requires care and attention to continue.
10 Humankind's destiny is not predetermined- much of it lies in our own control.
There is also a suggestion: if you have children, do your best to like them.
Just an alternative viewpoint.
Peace out.
There is a section in the book discussing non-theist core principles.
1. The human species has evolved as - and remains as- part of nature.
2. Human consiciousness is a function of the activity of the human brain.
3. Human beings require (to some extent) a system of belief in order to function.
4. Humanists believe that in all its forms the supernatural is a myth.
5. The human species is capable of achieving a great deal using its resources of collaboration and creativity. The results of these endeavours often benefit our species and planet, but we are also capable of using the same abilities in acts of destruction and cruelty.
6. Humanists do not believe that the rules of human conduct have been set or preordained by any deity or external intelligence.
7. Individuals who are aware of the consequences of their actions on other individuals, on the community and on the species are likely to behave in a more considerate, more reasonable and more ethical way.
8. Humanists believe that equality of opportunity is a fundamental principle on which humankind can base its behaviour.
9. Life on earth is relatively fragile and requires care and attention to continue.
10 Humankind's destiny is not predetermined- much of it lies in our own control.
There is also a suggestion: if you have children, do your best to like them.
Just an alternative viewpoint.
Peace out.