It takes a certain ingenuous faith - but I have it - to believe that people who read and reflect more likely than not come to judge things with liberality and truth.
A.C. GraylingRead
Humanism is the philosophy that you should be a good guest at the dinner table of life.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Humanism emphasizes the importance of treating life with respect and kindness, similar to being a considerate guest.
A.C. Grayling's quote conveys the essence of humanism, which advocates for ethical living and respect for others. Just as a good guest at a dinner table is considerate and aware of the needs and feelings of their hosts and fellow diners, humanists believe we should approach life with the same attitude of respect and responsibility towards all beings, recognizing our interconnectedness and the impact of our actions.
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In practice
Example use cases
In a speech about community engagement, one might say that we should be good guests in our neighborhoods, honoring each other's contributions.
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