The Meaning of Life from Sacred and Secular Perspectives

This book argues that the search for life’s meaning is vital in terms of one’s personal identity, developing a sense of what really matters to you and others.

The book seeks to enlarge one’s understanding of the possible meanings of life on a large scale, as well as explore the many meanings in life for individuals. Drawing on ancient and contemporary sources, the book provides a guide for exploring the most promising perspectives on life’s meaning, philosophically and religiously. Its purpose is to aid readers in making up their own minds in discovering meaning in life.

Charles Taliaferro is Professor Emeritus and Emeritus Overby Distinguished Professor at St. Olaf College.
Paul Reasoner is Professor Emeritus of Philosophy at Bethel University.