Turning to the Mystics with James Finley Gabriel Marcel: Session 4
May 5, 2025
Dive into deep reflections on love as a transformative force that connects us to each other and the divine. Discover how acknowledging imperfection enriches our appreciation for one another. The concept of unconditional love is examined, inviting personal reflection on our divine essence. The session concludes with a moment of stillness through the recitation of the Lord's Prayer, fostering gratitude and spiritual engagement. It's a meditative journey into the heart of existential love.
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Love as Communal Infinite Opening
- Love is any experience that opens us up to another, revealing a communal and infinite presence beyond separation.
- It is a mystery linking our inner depth with the infinite love of God present in ourselves and others.
Love's Challenges and Growth
- Love often exposes us to unworthy recipients and betrayal, challenging our initial illusions about the beloved.
- Growth in love involves mutual recognition and sincere work on hurtful traits, deepening love through vulnerability.
Love Transcends Time and Change
- Love addresses the eternal aspect of the beloved, transcending time and change.
- The beloved’s true self is exempt from the penalties of thing-ness, reflecting the infinite presence of God within.
