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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Main Author: Ani, Emmanuel Ifeanyi (Author)
Format: Electronic Article
Language:English
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Published: Sage [2018]
In: Critical research on religion
Year: 2018, Volume: 6, Issue: 1, Pages: 69-84
Standardized Subjects / Keyword chains:B Wiredu, Kwasi 1931- / Supranaturalism / Theism / Humanism
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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