What's the Meaning of Life‪?‬ Truths - Jewish Wisdom for Today

In this podcast episode, Levi Brackman discusses the meaning of life and the difference between subjective and objective meanings. The meaning in life is subjectively what makes a person's life meaningful, such as spending time with family, friends, and engaging in work or volunteering. However, the meaning of life is a larger concept, encompassing the reasons behind the world's existence and the purpose of humanity.
Brackman acknowledges the human need for an idea of the meaning of life, as life can be difficult and full of suffering. Having a greater purpose or reason can make it all seem worthwhile. However, he also acknowledges that imposing one's own belief of the meaning of life on others can be problematic, especially in today's interconnected world where people from different backgrounds and beliefs interact regularly.
The challenge, then, is finding a way to have a personal belief in the meaning of life without imposing it on others, and recognizing that others may have different beliefs. This involves a certain level of humility and tolerance, and understanding that having different meanings of life doesn't necessarily mean that one person's belief is more valid than another's.
Brackman concludes by discussing the concept of knowledge, both in the biblical sense of deep connection and in the scientific sense of objective evidence. He suggests that the meaning of life may not be objective knowledge, but rather a deep connection with a particular belief or idea. This allows for different meanings of life to coexist without necessarily contradicting each other, as long as individuals approach these beliefs with humility and tolerance.
Support the showLevi Brackman is a rabbi, Ph.D. in psychology, best-selling author of Jewish Wisdom for Business Success, and founder of Invown, a platform for real estate fundraising and investing.