Humanism is a philosophy of joyous service for the greater good of all humanity, of application of new ideas of scientific progress for the benefit of all.
Don’t explain your philosophy. Embody it.
“Waste no more time arguing about what a good man should be. Be one.”
“Meditations” Book X, Marcus Aurelius (121-180)
My country is the world, and my religion is to do good.
Tolerance, good temper and sympathy - they are what matter really, and if the human race is not to collapse they must come to the front before long.
Be kind whenever possible. It is always possible.
Bertrand Russell’s Message to the Future
His response when asked in an interview: “What would you think it’s worth telling future generations about the life you’ve lived and the lessons you’ve learned from it?”.
For video of this speech see here.