Although relatively isolated during his life, he became extremely influential once his works were translated into german after his death sometimes dubbed the father of existentialism, his works represent a reaction against the dominant hegelian philosophy of the day and against the state church in. Works of love, the midpoint in the series, is also the monumental high point, because of its penetrating, illuminating analysis of the forms. Pages contain marginal notes, underlining, and or highlighting. Possible ex library copy, with all the markingsstickers of that library. A fragment of his work, on the dedication to that single individual, has made it to the public domain. Works of love is a searching exploration of the distinctive and demanding character of christian love. I have been reading some of his books as they were written, in danish, and i can imagine that translators must have had a hard job.
Download for offline reading, highlight, bookmark or take notes while you read kierkegaards writings, xvi. While i do think the sickness unto death is one of kierkegaards greatest works, i wouldnt recommend it for someone unfamiliar with. Works of love, the midpoint in the series, is also the monumental high point, because of its penetrating, illuminating analysis of the forms and. Kierkegaard begins with the paradox of loves character as. Its a beautiful book with wonderful photographs, and it gives an insight both into the living kierkegaard and into the body of writings that we encounter today if we go to a bookshop or a library and see kierkegaards works on the shelves.
Throughout the 360 page book, kierkegaard argues that the only disinterested and selfless form of love is love of neighbor. Kierkegaard emphasizes the works of love for at least two reasons. Kierkegaard published his first major book, eitheror, in 1843 and his last, the changelessness of god, in 1855, the year of his death. It did, however, spur him into a highly productive phase of writing and publishing. Loves hidden life and its recognizability by its fruits kierkegaard begins this book by stating that it is easy to be selfdeceived, either to believe that which is not true or not to believe that which is true. Kjerlighedens gjerninger is a work by soren kierkegaard written in 1847. It is one of the works which he published under his own name, as opposed to his more famous pseudonymous works.
The various kinds and conditions of love are a common theme for kierkegaard, beginning with his early eitheror, through the diary of the seducer and judge. Works of love by soren kierkegaard, 97800617279, available at book depository with free delivery worldwide. I read the sickness unto death, and then fear and trembling and the book on adler, and i was hooked. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. However, the most terrible selfdeception is to defraud oneself oflove, either by not believing in. It is one of the works which he published under his own name. I have read this book twice already over the last 10 years and have been mesmerised by its content. One of soren kierkegaards 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. Kierkegaard on inexhaustible, indescribable love and.
This is a short excerpt from soren kierkegaards 1847 book works of love as translated by howard v and edna h hong in 1995 pages 378381. I revisit kierkegaard frequently, and my favourite book of his remains fear and trembling. Soren kierkegaard 181855 lived in copenhagen, denmark. The various kinds and conditions of love are a common theme for kierkegaard, beginning with his earlyeitheror, through the diary of the seducer and judge williams eulogy on married love, to his last work, on the changelessness of gods love. It is quite true what philosophy says, that life must be understood backward. Try searching on jstor for other items related to this book. It is not a feel good book but one that might leave you wondering whether you really have loved at all, or loved well. Soren kierkegaard on forgiveness from works of love 1847. Kierkegaard was lampooned in the corsair for years, which significantly damaged his social standing. He studied theology at the university of copenhagen, completing a masters thesis in 1841 on the topic of irony in socrates. His books include works of love and spiritual writings translated and edited by george. As with most of kierkegaards writing eitheror is a dense text.
In the preface to his book works of love i read this. Publication date 1964 topics spiritual life publisher harper. First, he hits the genius of christianity, and takes pauls chapter on charity, 1 corinthians as the backbone text. He sometimes called himself a child of old age because his mother was 45.
Works of love goes on to develop other ideas about love. Works of love, soren kierkegaard 1847 quotes youtube. Whether youve loved the book or not, if you give your honest and detailed thoughts then people will find new books that are right for them. The second part containing 10 chapters works of love serves as a thoughtful analysis on love and how love cultivates meaningful relationships with god, one another, and ourselves. This is a recording of a few quotes from kierkegaards book works of love and point of view of my work as an author that were translated by david f. I managed to finish works of love in 2 weeks, it wasnt too difficult to take in unlike some of his other works. Loves hidden life and its recognisability by its fruits.
The writings listed here represent books about soren kierkegaard. This time i want to explore more deeply my thoughts, question and understand more of this densely packed work. Works of love, the midpoint in the series, is also the monumental high point, because of its penetrating, illuminating analysis of. One of soren kierkegaards most important writings, works of love is a profound examination of the human heart, in which the great. Agreed, eitheror is the closest you will come to a full picture of kierkegaards philosophy. Like all philosophical texts they are usually extremely difficult to read, for me anyway haha. The various kinds and conditions of love are a common theme for kierkegaard, beginning with his early eitheror, through the diary of the seducer and judge williams eulogy on married love, to his last work, on the changelessness of gods love. He was the youngest child of seven, born to parents of jutlandish descent.
Accessories such as cd, codes, toys, and dust jackets may not be included. This is an impressive love poem which really explains why christianity is so novel. His books include works of love and spiritual writings translated and edited by george pattison. I was introduced to kierkegaard through the sickness unto death, and after that i read works of love.
Kierkegaard deals with selflove and its inherent problems, the categorical imperative and the you shall love command, the problem with preferential love such as erotic love and friendship, the importance in distinguishing between true others and the otherself, etc. 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. Works of love by soren kierkegaard, paperback barnes. The first part containing 5 chapters and 3 sub chapters.
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