Søren Kierkegaard

Danish philosopher Soren Kierkegaard (1813-1855) takes a penetrating and illuminating look at the various kinds and conditions of love. Written to be read aloud, the book conveys a keenness of thought and an insightful, poetic imagination that makes it richly rewarding and also invites many rereadings.

Works of Love

Dr Seth Jones

One of the great modern examinations of the nature of Christian love. This is a life-changing book. Best read with a group of people, since Kierkegaard intended for it to be discussed with other people. In doing so, it is quite a magical endeavor. The beauty of each chapter rises to the surface when it is talked about with people. Even if that is not available, it is a colossal achievement of personal, theological, and philosophical reflection by one of the singular great minds of the modern world. Also? The entire book could have been written yesterday.

Brandon Eckroth

One of Soren Kierkegaard's most important writings, Works of Love is a profound examination of the human heart, in which the great philosopher conducts the reader into the inmost secrets of Love. "Deep within every man," Kierkegaard writes, "there lies the dread of being alone in the world, forgotten by God, overlooked among the household of millions upon millions." Love, for Kierkegaard, is one of the central aspects of existence; it saves us from isolation and unites us with one another and with God. This new edition of Works of Love features an original foreword by Kierkegaard scholar George Pattison.

Works of Love

Reviews