Transcendence and Humanists
Lunchtime Discussion Group
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Dine and Discuss in a friendly environment!
Join our popular Lunchtime Discussion Group for an afternoon of friendly conversation whilst dining at a local restaurant.
In June we'll be discussing Transcendence and Humanists.
There will be briefing materials available before the discussion at: Reading Humanists | Transcendence and Humanists
Curious to hear how some Humanists seem to translate what may be transcendental needs into their Humanism by transposing elements from religion? Some talk of "humanist hymns", or "reading from the same page", as in a religious document that seems almost sacred.
Religion has done a good job of fulfilling needs in us humans, which is why it has evolved so successfully. In its absence, how do Humanists fulfil these needs? In particular, transcendental needs. Not spiritual as such, although there is an overlap between the two.
This is what we will explore at the next discussion meeting. We have no definite answers, just questions, and exploring what others, as Humanists, think or feel.
On the day, the group will question, discuss and assess the implications. If you want to come along to listen and comment, that’s fine too. The aim is to engage a group of like-minded people who enjoy understanding and challenging each other’s ideas.