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On Loving God (Version 2)

On Loving God (Version 2)

Written by: Saint Bernard of Clairvaux
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In this profound exploration of divine love, Saint Bernard passionately articulates why God is worthy of our love and the boundless nature of that affection. His work, On Loving God, stands as one of the most cherished and widely read texts from the twelfth century, bridging the wisdom of the early Church Fathers with the contemplative insights of the Middle Ages. Bernards assertion that God should be loved without limits—sine modo—echoes the teachings of Saint Augustine. While not a product of scholastic theology, this tract showcases the eras love for logical reasoning and a meticulous approach to language. As you engage with this text, it’s essential to appreciate it within its historical context, embracing its medieval perspective without imposing modern interpretations.Copyright Religious Texts and Commentary Christianity Ministry & Evangelism Spirituality
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  • 016 - Chapter XV Of the four degrees of love and of the blessed state of the heavenly fatherland
    Feb 11 2026
    In this profound exploration of divine love, Saint Bernard passionately articulates why God is worthy of our love and the boundless nature of that affection. His work, On Loving God, stands as one of the most cherished and widely read texts from the twelfth century, bridging the wisdom of the early Church Fathers with the contemplative insights of the Middle Ages. Bernards assertion that God should be loved without limits—sine modo—echoes the teachings of Saint Augustine. While not a product of scholastic theology, this tract showcases the eras love for logical reasoning and a meticulous approach to language. As you engage with this text, it’s essential to appreciate it within its historical context, embracing its medieval perspective without imposing modern interpretations.
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    6 mins
  • 015 - Chapter XIV Chapter Of the law of the love of sons
    Feb 11 2026
    In this profound exploration of divine love, Saint Bernard passionately articulates why God is worthy of our love and the boundless nature of that affection. His work, On Loving God, stands as one of the most cherished and widely read texts from the twelfth century, bridging the wisdom of the early Church Fathers with the contemplative insights of the Middle Ages. Bernards assertion that God should be loved without limits—sine modo—echoes the teachings of Saint Augustine. While not a product of scholastic theology, this tract showcases the eras love for logical reasoning and a meticulous approach to language. As you engage with this text, it’s essential to appreciate it within its historical context, embracing its medieval perspective without imposing modern interpretations.
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    4 mins
  • 014 - Chapter XIII Of the law of self-will and desire of slaves and hirelings
    Feb 11 2026
    In this profound exploration of divine love, Saint Bernard passionately articulates why God is worthy of our love and the boundless nature of that affection. His work, On Loving God, stands as one of the most cherished and widely read texts from the twelfth century, bridging the wisdom of the early Church Fathers with the contemplative insights of the Middle Ages. Bernards assertion that God should be loved without limits—sine modo—echoes the teachings of Saint Augustine. While not a product of scholastic theology, this tract showcases the eras love for logical reasoning and a meticulous approach to language. As you engage with this text, it’s essential to appreciate it within its historical context, embracing its medieval perspective without imposing modern interpretations.
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    3 mins
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