What is the cost of an unexamined life? | Rev. Dr. Daniel Kanter | UU Sermon 06.08.2026

What can an Irish folktale teach us about living a meaningful life? In this sermon, Rev. Dr. Daniel Kanter explores Teig O'Kane and the Corpse, a haunting and hopeful tale about a man forced to carry a burden through the night until he finally faces the truth about himself. Along the way, the story becomes a reflection on guilt, responsibility, redemption, and the courage to change. Rev. Kanter invites us to examine what we may be carrying - old regrets, unfinished work, or habits that no longer serve us. This message reminds us that growth is possible, that second chances matter, and that the examined life can lead us toward greater freedom and love.