..., and morality—not only in the sense of a system of ethics but also in the sense of conventional values. All these earlier endeavors, Nietzsche insisted, need to be rethought in light of the meaning of human existence. The chapter concludes by analyzing Nietzsche’s own interpretation of the coming of nihilism...

..., it makes the case that science is the source of perplexing yet beautiful mysteries, however natural the search for answers may be to human existence. The book attempts to undo our misconception of scientific inquiry as an executioner of beauty, making the case that science has won the battle with religion...

...This chapter considers the degree to which secular organization finds a “sacred purpose” through seeking to preserve human existence. The key example for this study is the humanitarian association Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF). The MSF is a secular organization—a group operating without mandate...

...The essay in this chapter explores the possibilities for education today in relation to human existence. When thinking about education, the text expresses a skeptical view about whether something like a good or excellent education exists. While there are certainly cases of bad education...