El humanismo
Example: El humanismo promueve el respeto por la dignidad humana.
Definition
"El humanismo" refers to a philosophical movement that emphasizes the value, dignity, and agency of human beings. It promotes respect for human rights and encourages critical thinking, education, and the pursuit of knowledge to improve individual and societal well-being.
Etymology
The term "el humanismo" comes from the Latin word 'humanitas,' meaning human nature, kindness, or refinement. It evolved during the Renaissance to describe a scholarly movement focused on classical studies and the potential of humans, highlighting a shift from medieval religious views to human-centered thinking.
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"El humanismo" appears in the Vocaplus list "Spanish - Philosophy - (B1) - set 1", containing 105 commonly used words.
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