Søren Kierkegaard
Born: 05-04-1813
Søren Kierkegaard was a Danish philosopher, theologian, and writer, recognized as a pioneer in existentialism. Born in 1813, his work delves into themes of individuality, faith, and the complexities of human existence. Kierkegaard's influential writings, including "Fear and Trembling" and "Either/Or," challenge readers to reflect on personal choice and the nature of belief. His thought-provoking ideas continue to resonate in philosophical and theological circles worldwide.
Book summaries for books written by Søren Kierkegaard
Quotes
The highest and most beautiful things in life are not to be heard about, nor read about, nor seen but, if one will, are to be lived.
To love someone means to wish that person good.
Love is the fulfillment of the law.
Love is the deepest source of life.
When the one you love is ill, it is easy to be patient.
It is not love's task to heal the sick, but to make the well healthy.
Love seeks no cause beyond itself and no fruit; it is its own fruit, its own enjoyment.
To love the neighbor as oneself means to love him in the very same way.
Love is a matter of the will, not of the feelings.
Love is a relation in which the distinction between giver and receiver disappears.
Love does not seek its own interest but the interest of the one loved.
Love is willing to suffer for the sake of the one loved.