Theistic humanism and a critique of Wiredu's notion of supernaturalism
In decrying the evils of supernaturalism, African philosopher Kwasi Wiredu (1931-) proposes humanism, by making concern for human well-being the basis for morality. However, the presentation of humanism as a simple replacement of supernaturalism is objectionable. Wiredu's notion of supernatural...
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Format: | Electronic Article |
Language: | English |
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Sage
[2018]
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Critical research on religion
Year: 2018, Volume: 6, Issue: 1, Pages: 69-84 |
Standardized Subjects / Keyword chains: | B
Wiredu, Kwasi 1931-
/ Supranaturalism
/ Theism
/ Humanism
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RelBib Classification: | AB Philosophy of religion; criticism of religion; atheism NBC Doctrine of God NCC Social ethics |
Further subjects: | B
Theism
B Worship B Supernaturalism B theistic humanism B Humanism B institutionalized religion |
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