The Humanist

Approach
A Rebirth of Ideas

Humanists
Cultivation of the mind is as necessary
as food to the body
Humanists looked back to the ancient classical
civilizations of Greece and Rome
They applied classical ideas to their own lives and work
Humanists valued a sound mind and body, studying
history and historical figures, and education for all.

Humanism and the Individual

Human beings can use the power of reason, that is,
thinking to find truth for themselves
It is important for a person to have an open, curious, and
questioning mind.
People can achieve great things through learning
Individuals should be skilled in many different areas. They
should develop not just their minds but also their bodies
and spirits.

Civic Humanism
Interested about what classical authors wrote about

good government
Civic comes from the Latin word civis, which means
citizen.
Civic Humanism is how people can be contributing
members of their society.
In order to be a responsible citizen you must educate
yourself about history and political issues.
You must work to improve society.

Humanist Education
Renaissance humanists greatly valued education.
Many humanists were dedicated teachers who ran their
own schools.
Educating the Whole Child- training young peoples
characters and bodies as well as their minds.
Encouraged a curious, questioning attitude in their
students

Humanism and Religion

Classical texts by Greeks and Romans were written before
the beginning of Christianity.
However religion continued to play an important part in
Humanist lives.
Humanists still believed in Christianity while also
exposing themselves to higher education.