John Dalton Humanism

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If someone were to look up humanism in the dictionary, they would get a textbook definition. “Humanism – an outlook or system of thought attaching prime importance to human rather than diving or supernatural matters.” What exactly does that mean? Instead of focusing on supernatural elements, humanist look at different subgenres of art and science, ranging from philosophy to religion, and anywhere in-between. They study different cultural and religious traditions from all over the world. Though, no matter what aspect of humanism they are studying, humanist always seek out the goodness and possible worth in human beings. Studying the humanities is crucial in the constantly evolving world we live in today. With philosophy being one …show more content…

Daltons theory has generally been accepted and stayed the same throughout the years, with some adjustments and corrections as our modern research has advanced. For example, several years after Dalton came out with his theory, after further analysis, evidence came about that the atom is not as solid as Dalton …show more content…

As well as more recent theories that have been further by new technology and research. Though, there are still those who believe that science and the humanities have nothing to do with each other. To that, Earl McGrath wrote an article directed to those who do not believe in humanities and science together, that explains the importance of humanities in a science-dominated world. “Emphasis for them should be on the history of ideas, the philosophical basis of science, and its impact on social structures and practices,” (163). The humanities have increased the ability to improve the living situation of the entire world. Philosophy has helped answer ethical questions that can be used by employers, students, and the general public. Scholars are continuing to learn about different cultures which help influence the way everyone communicates. All of the humanities combined have created a basis of understanding of the human evolution. The different genres of humanities help to educate the mass populations through reading, art, writing, poetry, politics, philosophy, science, and so much

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