Good Without God

For many people, moral behavior and religion are inextricably linked. Those that do not believe in God are considered, by some, to be untrustworthy and immoral. In fact, non-theists do have moral convictions. In this discussion we will review how we decide on what is right and wrong in the absence of divine guidance. Over the centuries philosophers have endeavored to establish rational explanations for moral behavior. Since Darwin’s book, Decent of Man, consideration has been given to a naturalistic understanding of morality as the product of natural selection in the evolution of the human animal. Finally, we will explore the foundation of humanistic morality.
This discussion will be led by Jim Barnett. After a career in biomedical research, Jim studied humanism at the Humanist Institute. Those who are interested will go to a nearby restaurant for lunch.