Book review: The Surprising Rebirth of Belief in God by
Justin Brierley wants to convince us that belief in God is on the rise. The problem is, he doesn’t offer any evidence Read More New Humanist Articles and Posts
David Hume’s Argument against Miracles Cannot Be Disputed. I Prove It Beyond Any Reasonable Doubt! by John W. Loftus
The title to this post echoes the certainty of David Hume, known as the greatest English speaking philosopher. He said: I flatter myself, that I have discovered an argument which,…
Homage to Daniel Dennett: Champion of Reason and Enlightenment by AAI
In the annals of human thought, certain individuals stand out as beacons of reason and enlightenment, guiding humanity toward a deeper understanding of ourselves and the universe we inhabit. Among…
A Handy Concise Guide: Why the New Testament Is a Disaster by David Madison
The church and clergy are masters at covering this up Since my retirement ten years ago, I have made several trips to England, France, and Italy. Upon my arrival, always…
Many Ways to Celebrate National Day of Reason by The Humanist
The National Day of Reason (NDoR), on May 4, 2024, recognizes the importance of reason, critical thought, the scientific method, and free inquiry to resolve social problems and promote the…
The Comics Section: Shooting for the Stars by The Humanist
The latest from Cagle Cartoons. Caitlin Clark by Jeff Koterba, patreon.com/jeffreykoterba The post The Comics Section: Shooting for the Stars appeared first on TheHumanist.com. Read More TheHumanist.com
Why science needs metaphor by
Metaphors are key to unlocking the secrets of the universe. Scientists should do more to harness their power Read More New Humanist Articles and Posts
The Black Practice of Disbelief by The Humanist
The following excerpt is from a new book from Beacon Press, set to be published in May 2024. Introduction I have grown to like “nontheist” as a broad-spectrum term that…
CHURCH & STATE | Oklahoma Devalues Transgender and Nonbinary Kids — With Tragic Results by The Humanist
The Pew Research Center reported in 2022 that 1.6% of Americans are transgender or nonbinary. Among those aged 18-29, the figure hit 5 percent. That’s millions of people. They are…
BOOK ANNOUNCEMENT | Are You Making the Most of Your Life?: Why Read Fully Human/Fully Alive by The Humanist
I have often been asked to explain what it means to become Fully Alive, the title of my book. To really be able to answer that you must understand Humanistic…