nPostednon December 23, 2015
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Inlove Carl Sagan’s books, including The Demon-Haunted World,nand I especially love his subtitle for that book: Science as anCandle in the Dark. n
Inlove Carl Sagan’s books, including The Demon-Haunted World,nand I especially love his subtitle for that book: Science as anCandle in the Dark. nn
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nOfncourse, “the dark” is a metaphor for ignorance and, quite likely,nfear and superstition. Science is a great way of lighting up the darkn– of learning what is true, of dismantling superstition, and evennof diminishing fear.
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nAnothernway of expressing that idea is “Reason as a Candle in the Dark.”
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nItnis human reason that is celebrated by HumanLight. Other valuesncelebrated during today’s holiday include hope and compassion,ntolerance and cooperation. In other words, today people arencelebrating the best aspects of humanity – including those aspectsnwe refer to when we call someone “humane.”
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nWhatndo people do to celebrate HumanLight? Of course, gathering togethernwith family or friends tops the list – and as you can imagine, mostnpeople enjoy eating together at these gatherings. Some people alsonbring in other festive touches such as music, dancing,ncandle-lightings, decorations, live entertainment, videos, talks ornreadings or other presentations, crafts and games for the kids. Thenthree colors of HumanLight are red, blue, and gold. n
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nAlsonon this date:
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Royal Rulers’ birthdays
Royal Rulers’ birthdays
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nFlightnFirsts Day
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nAnniversarynof Benjamin Franklin’s shocking mistake
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nAnniversarynof a man crossing the ocean with no food
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nLinguistnJean-Francois Champollion’s birthday
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nNightnof the Radishes
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nFestivus—thenHoliday for the Rest of Us
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nPlannahead:
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Checknout my Pinterest pages on:
Checknout my Pinterest pages on:
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nHistoricaln anniversaries in December
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nAndnhere are my Pinterest boards for:
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