Christian humanism

Christian humanism refers to two intellectual movements: the anti-paganizing wing of sixteenth century Renaissance humanism (the scholarly movement and worldview that recovered the classical humanities and ideals of citizenship and human dignity;^[1]) and modern Christian humanism proper, which is the assertion within a Christian moral framework of humanitarian principles such as universal human dignity, and individual freedom, and which regards the importance of happiness as essential and principal or even exclusive components of the teachings of Jesus.

It is not to be confused with modern humanism, which refers to philosophies that assert the primacy of human values and frame of reference over gods, theology, or religion in general. It should also not be conflated with religious humanism, which refers to a nontheistic movement that practices humanism in congregational structures.