“the best existential analysis of the human condition leads directly into the problems of God and faith”
Book:The Denial of Death
Quote by Ernest Becker
Work
The Denial of Death
This book delves into the psychological mechanisms that drive individuals to repress thoughts of death, examining the various coping strategies and cultural responses to the inevitability of mortality. more
Author
Ernest Becker
Ernest Becker was an American anthropologist known for his theories on human motivation and culture. His major work, 'The Denial of Death', explores how humans seek meaning and purpose by denying the fear brought by freedom. more
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