Humanism - Let man be noble, helpful and good -
Humanism
Author: Christiane Adam; Date: October 7, 2009; BR Broadcasting
From the beginning of the Enlightenment to the present day, humanism has primarily focused on the question of how to achieve individual happiness and well-being, as well as humane coexistence in society. Among the most important fundamental humanist values are respect for human dignity and non-violence.
Superstition, often thought, especially by the Brothers Grimm, originates from the soul of the people and is a relic of long-gone mythology. Superstition encompasses beliefs and practices that appear unfounded and no longer correspond to the current state of knowledge in modern cultures. Yet, hidden within this apparent hocus-pocus are also lost cultural treasures and knowledge of our ancestors. For example, the number 13 likely only has a negative image because it simply doesn't fit into the long-established duodecimal system, which divides quantities, measurements, and distances into increments of twelve. In this system, the number 13 stood in the way, which is why it was subsequently ascribed something ominous not only in Christian legends. In this way, many forms of superstition arose, all of which have an explainable and comprehensible origin.