The first three are loves which come naturally to the human race. In the book the four loves, lewis will take the reader on a quest to discover and explore the various types of love felt, given, and received by humans. May 16, 2007 this quote is from the four loves by c. I love this quote and i hope it will augment your idea of friendship. The four loves is based on the four greek words for love. Nearly every page scintillates with observations which are illuminating, provocative and original. All other loves can grow tired, or they can fight to take over and become idols, especially eros. Lewis talks about loves in terms of affection, friendship, eros, and charity. Dec 02, 2012 i recently read a book called the 4 loves by c. A study of the four loves divides very easily into a twopart discussion, or even a fourpart one if you wish to look at each love separately andor to incorporate questions raised by the introduction, and the. Jun 05, 2002 buy the four loves new edition by lewis, c. He is a british writer and held academic positions in english literature at both oxford university magdalen college, 19251954 and cambridge university magdalene college, 19541963. Charity, however, the gift love of god, is divine in its source and expression, and without the sweetening grace of this supernatural love, the natural loves. In commemoration of this event, all this week christ and pop culture contributors will be writing about the works by c.
Notes below originally the four loves series was recorded by lewis in london in 1957, prepared as 10 talks to air on the protestant hour on american radio. Notes below originally the four loves series was recorded by lewis in london in 1957, prepared as 10. Lewiss books, contains many unreferenced allusions to a great variety of writers. Lewis which explores the nature of love from a christian and philosophical perspective through thought experiments. I chose this book to illustrate this quote because the 3 friends lewis speaks of are pictured on the cover. Affection, friendship, and eros are classified as natural 116 loves, while charity receives a higher distinction in that it is.
Lewis shows why millions of readers have acclaimed him the greatest spokesman for christianity in. Gods eternal remedy to the problem of evil and suffering duration. Eros, passionate love that can run counter to happiness and poses real danger. In his classic book the four loves, lewis describes the four basic kinds of human loveaffection, friendship, erotic love, and the love of god. Throughout this compassionate and reasoned study, he encourages readers to open themselves to all forms of lovethe key to understanding that brings us. Lewisthe great british writer, scholar, lay theologian, broadcaster, christian apologist, and bestselling author of mere christianity, the screwtape letters, the great divorce.
However, most people still use the word love in that context. Listen to the audiobook the four loves, by clive staples lewis on. Feb 14, 2017 a repackaged edition of the revered authors classic work that examines the four types of human love. Lewis which explores the nature of love from a christian perspective through thoughtexperiments and examples from literature. Im a big narnia fan, but id not read any of lewis nonfiction books before. Lewis and originally published in 1960, presents the authors philosophical and theological differentiation of four types of love. It was at times a little highbrow, but remember that it was written in the 40s by a cambridge professor. The book was based on a set of radio talks from 1958 which had been criticised in the u. Stream and download audiobooks to your computer, tablet or mobile phone. A study of the four loves divides very easily into a twopart discussion, or even a fourpart one if you wish to look at each love separately andor to incorporate questions raised by the introduction, and the chapter on sub human loves as well. While lewis s writings have impacted more evangelical christians than perhaps any. This was the first ever film based on chiung yaos fiction.
My friend jan sent it to jody and i as it describes what happens in close friendships between 3 or more people. The four loves summary and study guide supersummary. Four loves is a 1965 taiwanese film directed by li hsing, based on chiung yaos 1964 novelette wanchuns three loves. Lewis that have been most personally significant to them. Lewis beloved classic is the only existing recording of lewis reading his own work. Apr 29, 2017 cmcsl1 the four loves audio is lewis reading his book posted by william oflaherty in correcting misconceptions, special feature 2 comments this is part of an occasional series exploring questionable claims about the life or writings of c.
Lewis explores the four kinds of human love in one of his most famous works of nonfiction. Discussion questions available in the audiobook companion pdf download. It is perhaps never vitally important to identify his sources and explore them. This time with a book beginning with the premise god is love and analyzing the four loves. Charity, however, the giftlove of god, is divine in its source and expression, and without the sweetening grace of this supernatural love, the natural loves. Lewis famous work on the nature of love divides love into four categories. It doesnt take away from other loves, but only adds to them and makes them more truly themselves. Cs lewis clive staples lewis 1898 1963 is one of my favorite authors of all time. Lewis shows why millions of readers have acclaimed him the greatest spokesman for christianity in this century.
Cs lewiss the four lovesa humble summary logically faithful. Lewiss famous work on the nature of love divides love into four categories. Learn vocabulary, terms, and more with flashcards, games, and other study tools. Originally the four loves series was recorded by lewis in london in 1958, prepared as 10 talks to air on the protestant hour on american radio. A repackaged edition of the revered authors classic work that examines the four types of human love. Listen online to the four loves the remarkable audio edition of c. In the book the four loves, lewis will take the reader on a quest to discover and explore the various types of love felt, given, and received by. Nov 05, 2015 all other loves can grow tired, or they can fight to take over and become idols, especially eros. Lewis and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at.
In a resonant, baritone voice, lewis explores the nature of the four greek words that are translated love in english. He identifies these kinds of love as affection, the most basic form. Lewis reflects on the four basic kinds of human love. Cmcsl1 the four loves audio is lewis reading his book. Lewis defines each of these types of love and how they affect our lives. Lewis that is available today, fans of his writing will desire to add this impressive recording to their collection. Lewis that is available today, fans of his writing will desire to add this impressive recording. This time with a book beginning with the premise god is love and analyzing the four loves man knows well, but often understands. The four loves audiobook original staging listen instantly. In his classic book the four loves, lewis describes the four basic kinds of human love affection, friendship, erotic love, and the love of god.
Lewis exposes the pitfalls in our loves, leading us to the agape love that god has for men and women and the. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. Lewis reflects on the four basic kinds of human love affection, friendship, erotic love, charity. Cmcsl1 the four loves audio is lewis reading his book posted by william oflaherty in correcting misconceptions, special feature 2 comments this is part of an occasional series.
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