humanism

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Noun

1. 1
   The study of the humanities or the liberal arts; literary (especially classical) scholarship.
2. 2
   Specifically, a cultural and intellectual movement in 14th-16th century Europe characterised by attention to classical culture and a promotion of vernacular texts, notably during the Renaissance.
3. 3
   An ethical system that centers on humans and their values, needs, interests, abilities, dignity and freedom; especially used for a secular one which rejects theistic religion and superstition.
4. 4
   Humanitarianism, philanthropy.
5. 5
   A theology within Unitarian Christianity that denied the divine nature of Christ and the transcendental nature of God.