humanism

noun

1. (uncountable, usually)The study of the humanities or the liberal arts; literary (especially classical) scholarship.
2. (capitalized, historical, often, uncountable, usually)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.

   “There were good reasons for humanism and the Renaissance to take their origins from fourteenth-century Italy.”

3. (uncountable, usually)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.
4. (uncountable, usually)Humanitarianism.

   “Near-synonyms: solidarity, philanthropy, generosity”