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Love and Responsibility by Karol Wojtyla (1993, Trade Paperback)
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Product Identifiers
PublisherIgnatius Press
ISBN-100898704456
ISBN-139780898704457
eBay Product ID (ePID)102815596
Product Key Features
Book TitleLove and Responsibility
Number of Pages319 Pages
LanguageEnglish
TopicChristian Life / General, Marriage & Long-Term Relationships, Christian Life / Love & Marriage, Christian Theology / Ethics
Publication Year1993
FeaturesReprint
GenreFamily & Relationships, Religion
AuthorKarol Wojtyla
FormatTrade Paperback
Dimensions
Item Height1 in
Item Weight13 Oz
Item Length8 in
Item Width5.2 in
Additional Product Features
Intended AudienceTrade
LCCN92-075063
Edition DescriptionReprint
SynopsisDrawing from his own pastoral experience as a priest and bishop before he became Pope John Paul II, Karol Wojtyla has produced a remarkably eloquent and resourceful defense of Catholic tradition in the sphere of family life and sexual morality. He writes in the conviction that science--biology, psychology, sociology--can provide valuable information on particular aspects of relations between the sexes, but that a full understanding can be obtained only by study of the human person as a whole. Central to his argument is the contrast between the personalistic and the utilitarian views of marriage and of sexual relations. The former views marriage as an interpersonal relationship, in which the well-being and self-realization of each partner are of overriding importance to the other. It is only within this framework that the full purpose of marriage can be realized. The alternative, utilitarian view, according to which a sexual partner is an object for use, holds no possibility of fulfillment and happiness. Wojtyla argues that divorce, artificial methods of birth control, adultery (pre-marital sex), and sexual perversions are all in various ways incompatible with the personalistic view of the sexual self-realization of the human person. Perhaps the most striking feature of the book is that Wojtyla appeals throughout to ordinary, human experience, logically examined. He draws support for his views on the proper gratification of sexual needs, on birth control, and on other matters, from the findings of physiologists and psychologists. His conclusions coincide with the traditional teachings of the Church, which invoke scriptural authority. His approach ensures that non-Christians also can consider his arguments on their own merits. "A courageous apologetic. In no other book does the Pope emerge more clearly as an independent thinker. This book is a high-minded rejoinder to the sexual revolution." -- Kenneth Briggs , New York Times Book Review
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- 06 Apr, 2017
This book changed my life
After being married for 7 years and having serious marriage problems I decided to read this book. It turned out I had no idea what love was. I learned to value my wife more then I ever thought imaginable at a time when all I knew was resentment and anger. Obviously if you're having marriage problems read this book. Anyone considering marriage as a vocation should absolutely read this. In fact it should be a required book to read in Catholic High School in my opinion. It wasn't an easy book to read but then again I never finished the 9th grade, so I can imagine it would be much easier for someone with more education.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 05 Dec, 2020
Essential
The most amazing, life-changing book I've ever read. JP2 answered all of my questions, sets the truth straight, and touches on so many more topics I had not uncovered. A must read for life!Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 17 Sep, 2019
Great Book
This is probably the only book you’ll need to understand why God made us in His image.Verified purchase: YesCondition: New
- 14 May, 2020
Love and Responsibility is a very strong philosophical essay.
Love and Responsibility is a very strong philosophical essay. Good reading. A must for everyone.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
