Introduction - more details
There have always been some people who lived without religious faith, even when it was unusual or dangerous to do so. It has been estimated that about 3% of the people in the world today do not believe in a god or gods, most of them in the developed world.

Beliefs - more details

Some people never really think about God, but those who have, and have rejected religious belief, often give one or more of the following reasons: They have considered the questions religions claim to answer and found religious answers unsatisfactory.

Ceremonies - more details

We know that throughout history, and indeed prehistory, ceremonies have been used to mark important events in people's lives, and a formal occasion can be particularly helpful in the early days of bereavement.

Rules - more details

Non-religious people do not have holy texts or traditional authorities to tell them how to live.

Purpose of Life - more details

Our knowledge and understanding of the universe has expanded