Bruce Feiler

Bruce Feiler is one of America's most thoughtful and trusted voices on meaning, faith, and navigating life’s transitions. With decades of lived experience and storytelling that blends journalism, adventure, and spirituality, Bruce brings unmatched expertise to the modern search for purpose. He is the author of fourteen books, including seven New York Times bestsellers such as Life Is in the Transitions, The Secrets of Happy Families, and The Council of Dads.

For more than twenty years, Bruce has earned the trust of millions through his immersive approach, whether walking 10,000 miles retracing the Five Books of Moses in Walking the Bible, investigating the common ancestor of Judaism, Christianity, and Islam in Abraham, or exploring purpose at work in The Search (2023). His work is grounded in real-life stories, spiritual depth, and practical wisdom.

Bruce is a recognized authority on transitions, families, and faith. He’s delivered three widely viewed TED Talks, teaches the TED course “How to Master Life Transitions,” and has hosted two PBS prime-time series: Walking the Bible and Sacred Journeys with Bruce Feiler. A longtime New York Times columnist, he now authors The Nonlinear Life, a newsletter focused on thriving through change.

His writing has appeared in The New Yorker, Harvard Business Review, The Wall Street Journal, and Gourmet, where he’s won three James Beard Awards. Whether advising families, reflecting on faith, or navigating reinvention, Bruce’s work radiates clarity, warmth, and purpose.

Originally from Savannah, Georgia, Bruce now lives in Brooklyn with his wife and their identical twin daughters. His journey from circus clown to bestselling author makes him a unique and inspiring guide for thebiblechat.com readers seeking lives of deeper meaning.

Selected Books by Bruce Feiler

• Walking the Bible - A journey through the Five Books of Moses across the Middle East
• Abraham - The shared patriarch of Judaism, Christianity, and Islam
• Where God Was Born - Biblical history through the lens of modern pilgrimage
• America’s Prophet - How Moses shaped American identity
• The First Love Story - Adam and Eve’s influence on love and relationships
• The Search - Finding meaningful work in a post-career world
• Life Is in the Transitions - Navigating life’s inflection points with grace
• Council of Dads - A memoir of love, fatherhood, and resilience
• The Secrets of Happy Families - Practical wisdom for stronger relationships