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Atheism and nonreligious beliefs

This overview introduces atheism and nonreligious beliefs, highlighting key definitions and historical context. Atheism is defined as the belief that there is no god and the disbelief in any supreme being. The term's origin dates back to the 16th century, with substantial developments during the French Revolution and in the subsequent rationalism movements. Current demographics reveal a growing nonreligious population, notably within the United States, reflecting increasing diversity in atheism. Organizations like the Secular Alliance at IU foster community among nonreligious individuals, especially students.

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Atheism and nonreligious beliefs

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  1. Atheism and nonreligious beliefs Jessika and Helen From the secular alliance at IU

  2. What is atheism? • “The belief that there is no god” • “Disbelief in the existence of a supreme being or beings” That’s it!

  3. Major leaders • A little different than religious leaders…

  4. Major Leaders • Where are the women?

  5. major Leaders • Organizations

  6. Important events • A brief history… • The term “atheism” originated in the 16th century – the idea is as old as theism itself • Middle ages were a time of persecution for outspoken atheists • French Revolution of 1889 leading to 19th century movements of rationalism and freethought • Current… • Much attention in the last decade • Groups like SAIU

  7. Practicing populationthe world Most religious Least religious Japan – 4.3% East Germany – 7.8% Sweden – 10.2% Czech Republic – 11.1% Denmark – 13% • The Philippines – 83.6% • Chile – 79.4% • Israel – 65.6% • Poland – 62% • United States – 60.6% http://www.norc.org/PDFs/Beliefs_about_God_Report.pdf

  8. Nonreligious people in the united states • One in five Americans has no religion • In the past five years, “nonreligious” has grown by 25% • “Nonreligious” does not necessarily mean “atheist” http://religion.blogs.cnn.com/2012/10/09/survey-one-in-five-americans-is-religiously-unaffiliated/)

  9. Demographics within atheism • Lots of old, white men • Increasing diversity… • African Americans for Humanism • Women in Secularism • Hispanic American Freethinkers • Students • Groups like the Secular Alliance at IU are cropping up a colleges all over the US!

  10. Thank you! Questions?

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