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Humanism and Religion

This entry is part 3 of 4 in the series Perspectives for a New Enlightenment: Essays in Humanist Understanding

PART ONE I Humanism seeks truth from evidence and rational analysis. It engages in calm and open discussions that display a desire to understand various points of view. There is, however, no acceptance of divinity,… 

It’s Time for Canada’s Census to Get Real About Religion

How does Canada’s outdated census question on religion distort public policy, and why are humanists calling for reform to reflect the country’s growing secularism? By Robert Hamilton (President, Humanist Ottawa) Let’s be honest — when was the… 

Rev. Gretta Vosper: Atheist Minister, Progressive Christian Leader, and Post-Theist Advocate

How did Gretta Vosper become a leading atheist minister in the United Church of Canada and a pioneer of progressive Christianity? Reverend (Margaret Ann) Gretta Vosper was born July 6, 1958, in Ontario, Canada. She… 

Māori Atheism and Identity: Eru Hiko-Tahuri on Culture, Humanism, and Secular Belief

*This interview is a contribution to an upcoming text on global indigeneity and international humanism from In-Sight Publishing.*  Eru Hiko-Tahuri, a Māori creative and author of Māori Boy Atheist, explores his journey from religious upbringing… 

David “Maheengun” Cook on Indigenous Identity, Atheism, and Humanist Values in Anishinaabe Culture

*This interview is a contribution to an upcoming text on global indigeneity and international humanism from In-Sight Publishing.*  David “Maheengun” Cook, an atheist and humanist from the Mississaugas of the Anishinaabe people, shares his life… 

Dr. Lawrence Krauss Talks About Nothing and Humanism

Dr. Lawrence Krauss, an internationally renowned theoretical physicist and bestselling author, was born in New York City and raised in Toronto, Canada. He earned his undergraduate degrees in Mathematics and Physics from Carleton University and… 

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