"To love deeply in one direction makes us more loving in all others."

--Anne-Sophie Swetchine (Soimonoff), Russian-French writer (1782-1857)

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"Thus, I am not centered on any given thing,

But on a multitude of things,

All different, yet all united in the freedom of love.

Should you close your door to me for a while.

I shall not become stagnant.

For I shall channel my living waters in another direction.

To others whose doors are open."

--From "Giving" by Robert Gordon (by permission)

Love.

Logic.

Love

From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia

"The concept of love is not amenable to one authoritative definition. It is the subject of considerable debate, enduring speculation, and thoughtful introspection."

Love is a basic dimension of human experience that is variously conveyed as a sense of tender affection, an intense attraction, the foundation of intimacy and good interpersonal chemistry , willing self-sacrifice on behalf of another, and as an ineffable sense of affinity or connection to nature, other living beings, or even that which is unseen. It manifests itself in feelings, emotion, behavior , thoughts, perception and attitude. It influences, underlies and defines major patterns in interpersonal relationships and self-identification.

Logic

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Logic, from Classical Greek ëüãïò logos (the word), is the study of patterns found in reasoning. The task of the logician is to set down rules for distinguishing between valid and fallacious inference, between rational and flawed arguments.

Definitions offer food for thought.Halbert Katzen, in "The Logic of Love" offers a way of looking at life and the world suggesting a basic mode of communication that can be considered universal.

"Written for those who embrace love," this book can be read, cover to cover, regardless of one's persuasions in living. Setting aside such considerations as religion, ethnicity, geographical location and any other cultural influences, the author makes it clear that he is addressing anyone and everyone who is receptive.

He is addressing those who believe in a higher being and those who do not.He declcares that "The Logic of Love" is written from an agnostic perspective.Thereby Katzen sets the tone for embracing humanity. Such an approach allows for personal maturation and self-direction in living.

Considering such a potentially universal application of what is writtenin its 150 pages, a reading of this book can open doors for anyone looking for opportunity where none may have been apparent.Who would complain about a "logical and loving approach to life?" Exploring possibilties and making choices: This is something we all engage in, whether consciously and deliberately or not.

Halbert Katzen offers dimensions of possiblity that can awaken the inner soul. Everyonepossesses the potential to tap into personal resources which may not have been cultivated or even acknowledged.A reading of "The Logic.of Love" allows (encourages) such potential to emerge if the reader is open and receptive. It is not possible to create a better reason to expose oneself to a book.

Love.Logic.Faith.

It is opening up to one's faith that becomes a focal point. The author takes the position that at its highest value, love directs oneself towards faith. Do you believe? Do you wish to be the master of your own destiny? Do you have influence over how you view such concepts? This book's aim is to share how by personally addressing the concept of love, the reasons for faith emerge.

Katzen is clear. He does not mince words. He writes, directly, succinctly always offering convincing examples which illustrate what is being communicated, some dramatic. Examples abound from daily life which can be the stimulus for thinking about similar events in anyone's life. The point is that Katzen IS to the point.

Quotations, illustrations, diagrams, pithy sayings, poems, even a cartoon decorate this extraordinarily easy book to read and understand. Katzen is a premier communicator and what is necesary to state is that he is letting us know that this is one book of a series, a trilogy:

"The Logic of Love:
Finding Faith Through the Heart - Mind Connection"

"Peace on Earth Begins at Home:
Conversations that Create Cooperation"

"Peace on Earth: Living the Possibility"