Not necessarily; the humanist philosophy places primary importance with humanity, but that is not incompatible with a belief in god (or gods); for example, a deist - who believes in a creator god, but not a god that takes a day to day interest in the activities of the world may well be a humanist as well.
Humanism requires no belief in God, so Italian, Brazilian, Ethiopian, or wherever else they were from, by being Humanists they must, by definition, have been Atheists.
Humanists want to make the world a better place for people, but also for other organisms. They tend to be critical thinkers and atheists, and they have their own moral system.
Any of the above I would think, but I've met some who were deists.
A person who has a strong interest in human welfare, dignity, and values. They are agnostics and atheists who are versed in the humanities and prefer the theory of evolution.
Since Atheists are just people with a unacceptance of god claims, Atheists can potentially be found anywhere. If you are searching for an Atheist group, one can find them also listed as freethinkers and sometime humanists as well. Groups can be found online in places such as Meetup, or on facebook. Some schools and colleges might have a secular students club.
Most Secular Humanists and other Atheists view family as one of the key institutions to creating a functional society and engendering peace and tranquility among people. Family bonds are based in love, trust, hope, and reciprocal good treatment. These are things worth nourishing and protecting. However, Secular Humanists and other Atheists see families as worthy of dissolution in those cases where family members cannot, after persistent attempts, have a cordial or functional relationship. They support divorce or estrangement in these unfortunate circumstances.
The Christian humanists wanted balance, and the Italian humanists wanted peace and happiness in their lives.
The Christian humanists wanted balance, and the Italian humanists wanted peace and happiness in their lives.
The Christian humanists wanted balance, and the Italian humanists wanted peace and happiness in their lives.
where do humanists meet too worship
Birmingham Humanists was created in 1962.
Humanists tended to focus on more worldly subjects.