In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.
HUMANISM
humanism, secular humanism
(noun) the doctrine emphasizing a person’s capacity for self-realization through reason; rejects religion and the supernatural
humanitarianism, humanism
(noun) the doctrine that people’s duty is to promote human welfare
humanism
(noun) the cultural movement of the Renaissance; based on classical studies
Source: WordNet® 3.1
Etymology
Noun
humanism (usually uncountable, plural humanisms)
The study of the humanities or the liberal arts; literary (especially classical) scholarship. [from 19th c.]
(historical, often capitalized) Specifically, a cultural and intellectual movement in 14th-16th century Europe characterised by attention to classical culture and a promotion of vernacular texts, notably during the Renaissance. [from 19th c.]
An ethical system that centers on humans and their values, needs, interests, abilities, dignity and freedom; especially used for a secular one which rejects theistic religion and superstition. [from 19th c.]
Humanitarianism, philanthropy.
Source: Wiktionary
Hu"man*ism, n.
1. Human nature or disposition; humanity. [She] looked almost like a being who had rejected with indifference the attitude of sex for the loftier quality of abstract humanism. T. Hardy.
2. The study of the humanities; polite learning.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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