Sex, Death and the Meaning of Life

Sex, Death and the Meaning of Life

Sex, Death and the Meaning of Life is a three-part television documentary presented by Richard Dawkins which explores what reason and science might offer in major events of human lives. He argues that ideas about the soul and the afterlife, of sin and God's purpose have shaped human thinking for thousands of years. He believes science can provide answers to some of these old questions we used to entrust to religion.

Created By

Richard Dawkins

Status

Ended

Original Name

Sex, Death and the Meaning of Life

First Air Date

October 15, 2012

Last Air Date

October 29, 2012

Seasons

1

Episodes

3

Language

English

Production Companies

Networks

Channel 4

S01E03

Episode 3

Why does an atheist bother to get up in the morning? Richard Dawkins asks how people find meaning in life, in a world shaking off religious faith, and where existence is ruled by chance.

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