On Loving God
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Bernard of Clairvaux's 'On Loving God' is a profound exploration of divine love and its transformative power.
In this influential treatise, Bernard delves into the nature of love, distinguishing between different kinds of love and ultimately advocating for the highest form: loving God for God's own sake.
He emphasizes the importance of self-knowledge, humility, and detachment from worldly desires as necessary steps toward union with God. Through eloquent prose and deep spiritual insight, Bernard guides readers on a journey of inner transformation, inviting them to experience the sweetness and joy of divine love.
In this influential treatise, Bernard delves into the nature of love, distinguishing between different kinds of love and ultimately advocating for the highest form: loving God for God's own sake.
He emphasizes the importance of self-knowledge, humility, and detachment from worldly desires as necessary steps toward union with God. Through eloquent prose and deep spiritual insight, Bernard guides readers on a journey of inner transformation, inviting them to experience the sweetness and joy of divine love.
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