Thursday
Oct252007
Peace... in a World at War...
Thursday, October 25, 2007 at 06:02PM
Is there a way to actually have world peace? I think there is. Please consider the following document; copying, cross posting and sharing this is encouraged. Comments are also always welcome. Thanks.
Humanist Manifesto 3.1- (I have removed from the Humanist manifesto III the except concerning applying Humanism without supernatural beliefs.)
We all must agree that we must respect other people's veiws concerning religion, ethnic values, and supernatural beliefs. If these veiws clash with currently held scientific beliefs we agree to allow each individual the right to choose what they think is the correct understanding of these beliefs and views, but must encourage everyone to learn about the earth sciences that some folks won't even consider. It is parmount, to the success of spreading Progessive Humanism worldwide, that we allow each person their own views on these subjects. We further agree to try and spread Progressive Humanism to all the worlds leaders, Political and Religious. We will strive to bring peace to the world and encourage all peoples, and thier leaders, to adapt Progessive Humanism as a way of life, not a religion. All who embrace this brand of Progessive Humanism must agree to these terms.
Rev. of Progressive Humanism, Ty R.
Humanist Manifesto 3.1
Humanism is a progressive philosophy of life that, affirms our ability and responsibility to lead ethical lives of personal fulfillment that aspire to the greater good of humanity.
The life stance of Humanism—guided by reason, inspired by compassion, and informed by experience—encourages us to live life well and fully. It evolved through the ages and continues to develop through the efforts of thoughtful people who recognize that values and ideals, however carefully wrought, are subject to change as our knowledge and understandings advance.
This document is part of an ongoing effort to manifest in clear and positive terms the conceptual boundaries of Humanism, not what we must believe but a consensus of what we do believe. It is in this sense that we affirm the following:
Knowledge of the world is derived by observation, experimentation, and rational analysis. Humanists find that science is the best method for determining this knowledge as well as for solving problems and developing beneficial technologies. We also recognize the value of new departures in thought, the arts, and inner experience—each subject to analysis by critical intelligence.
Humans are an integral part of nature, the result of unguided evolutionary change. Humanists recognize nature as self-existing. We accept our life as all and enough, distinguishing things as they are from things as we might wish or imagine them to be. We welcome the challenges of the future, and are drawn to and undaunted by the yet to be known.
Ethical values are derived from human need and interest as tested by experience. Humanists ground values in human welfare shaped by human circumstances, interests, and concerns and extended to the global ecosystem and beyond. We are committed to treating each person as having inherent worth and dignity, and to making informed choices in a context of freedom consonant with responsibility.
Life's fulfillment emerges from individual participation in the service of humane ideals. We aim for our fullest possible development and animate our lives with a deep sense of purpose, finding wonder and awe in the joys and beauties of human existence, its challenges and tragedies, and even in the inevitability and finality of death. Humanists rely on the rich heritage of human culture and the life stance of Humanism to provide comfort in times of want and encouragement in times of plenty.
Humans are social by nature and find meaning in relationships. Humanists long for and strive toward a world of mutual care and concern, free of cruelty and its consequences, where differences are resolved cooperatively without resorting to violence. The joining of individuality with interdependence enriches our lives, encourages us to enrich the lives of others, and inspires hope of attaining peace, justice, and opportunity for all.
Working to benefit society maximizes individual happiness. Progressive cultures have worked to free humanity from the brutalities of mere survival and to reduce suffering, improve society, and develop global community. We seek to minimize the inequities of circumstance and ability, and we support a just distribution of nature's resources and the fruits of human effort so that as many as possible can enjoy a good life.
Humanists are concerned for the well being of all, are committed to diversity, and respect those of differing yet humane views. We work to uphold the equal enjoyment of human rights and civil liberties in an open, secular society and maintain it is a civic duty to participate in the democratic process and a planetary duty to protect nature's integrity, diversity, and beauty in a secure, sustainable manner.
Thus engaged in the flow of life, we aspire to this vision with the informed conviction that humanity has the ability to progress toward its highest ideals. The responsibility for our lives and the kind of world in which we live is ours and ours alone.
Please consider adapting Progressive Humanism as your way of life. We must end the wars in our world, and come to a peaceful understanding with all nations, religions and ethnic groups of peoples. We then can concentrate on the real issues, world health, feeding the hungry, and fixing the mistakes we have made with the environment!
Thanks for taking the time to read this.
Humanist Manifesto 3.1- (I have removed from the Humanist manifesto III the except concerning applying Humanism without supernatural beliefs.)
We all must agree that we must respect other people's veiws concerning religion, ethnic values, and supernatural beliefs. If these veiws clash with currently held scientific beliefs we agree to allow each individual the right to choose what they think is the correct understanding of these beliefs and views, but must encourage everyone to learn about the earth sciences that some folks won't even consider. It is parmount, to the success of spreading Progessive Humanism worldwide, that we allow each person their own views on these subjects. We further agree to try and spread Progressive Humanism to all the worlds leaders, Political and Religious. We will strive to bring peace to the world and encourage all peoples, and thier leaders, to adapt Progessive Humanism as a way of life, not a religion. All who embrace this brand of Progessive Humanism must agree to these terms.
Rev. of Progressive Humanism, Ty R.
Humanist Manifesto 3.1
Humanism is a progressive philosophy of life that, affirms our ability and responsibility to lead ethical lives of personal fulfillment that aspire to the greater good of humanity.
The life stance of Humanism—guided by reason, inspired by compassion, and informed by experience—encourages us to live life well and fully. It evolved through the ages and continues to develop through the efforts of thoughtful people who recognize that values and ideals, however carefully wrought, are subject to change as our knowledge and understandings advance.
This document is part of an ongoing effort to manifest in clear and positive terms the conceptual boundaries of Humanism, not what we must believe but a consensus of what we do believe. It is in this sense that we affirm the following:
Knowledge of the world is derived by observation, experimentation, and rational analysis. Humanists find that science is the best method for determining this knowledge as well as for solving problems and developing beneficial technologies. We also recognize the value of new departures in thought, the arts, and inner experience—each subject to analysis by critical intelligence.
Humans are an integral part of nature, the result of unguided evolutionary change. Humanists recognize nature as self-existing. We accept our life as all and enough, distinguishing things as they are from things as we might wish or imagine them to be. We welcome the challenges of the future, and are drawn to and undaunted by the yet to be known.
Ethical values are derived from human need and interest as tested by experience. Humanists ground values in human welfare shaped by human circumstances, interests, and concerns and extended to the global ecosystem and beyond. We are committed to treating each person as having inherent worth and dignity, and to making informed choices in a context of freedom consonant with responsibility.
Life's fulfillment emerges from individual participation in the service of humane ideals. We aim for our fullest possible development and animate our lives with a deep sense of purpose, finding wonder and awe in the joys and beauties of human existence, its challenges and tragedies, and even in the inevitability and finality of death. Humanists rely on the rich heritage of human culture and the life stance of Humanism to provide comfort in times of want and encouragement in times of plenty.
Humans are social by nature and find meaning in relationships. Humanists long for and strive toward a world of mutual care and concern, free of cruelty and its consequences, where differences are resolved cooperatively without resorting to violence. The joining of individuality with interdependence enriches our lives, encourages us to enrich the lives of others, and inspires hope of attaining peace, justice, and opportunity for all.
Working to benefit society maximizes individual happiness. Progressive cultures have worked to free humanity from the brutalities of mere survival and to reduce suffering, improve society, and develop global community. We seek to minimize the inequities of circumstance and ability, and we support a just distribution of nature's resources and the fruits of human effort so that as many as possible can enjoy a good life.
Humanists are concerned for the well being of all, are committed to diversity, and respect those of differing yet humane views. We work to uphold the equal enjoyment of human rights and civil liberties in an open, secular society and maintain it is a civic duty to participate in the democratic process and a planetary duty to protect nature's integrity, diversity, and beauty in a secure, sustainable manner.
Thus engaged in the flow of life, we aspire to this vision with the informed conviction that humanity has the ability to progress toward its highest ideals. The responsibility for our lives and the kind of world in which we live is ours and ours alone.
Please consider adapting Progressive Humanism as your way of life. We must end the wars in our world, and come to a peaceful understanding with all nations, religions and ethnic groups of peoples. We then can concentrate on the real issues, world health, feeding the hungry, and fixing the mistakes we have made with the environment!
Thanks for taking the time to read this.
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