Ultimate Meaning | Rivka Weinberg (Rebroadcast)

Brain in a Vat

Is it possible for us to lead meaningful lives? Is there an ultimate point to our existence? Can we enrich our lives with the pursuit of love, knowledge and friendship?

[00:00] Introduction to the Meaninglessness of Life

[00:14] Tolstoy's Existential Crisis

[01:39] The Appropriateness of Sadness

[04:18] Everyday Meaning vs. Ultimate Meaning

[06:13] The Metaphysical Argument

[10:57] The Role of Accomplishments

[17:42] Philosophical Temperaments and Existential Angst

[23:14] The Value of Human Potential

[25:55] Questioning the Concept of Ultimate Meaning

[29:47] Objective vs. Subjective Meaning

[31:32] The Role of Values in Life

[34:22] Philosophical Perspectives on Immortality

[40:39] Balancing Everyday and Ultimate Meaning

[44:04] Cosmic Meaning and the Question of Suicide

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