Description
The Beautiful Life
Book Summary
This work gathers the reflections of an international colloquium held in Rome in 2014, where four hundred intellectuals and religious leaders from around the world met to discuss the complementarity between man and woman in marriage. Opened by Pope Francis, the Humanum meeting brought religious leaders into dialogue with academics and experts to explore the fundamental value of complementary union. A profound analysis of the foundations of family and society.
What is it about?
The book stems from the international Humanum colloquium, convened in Rome in 2014, which brought together four hundred intellectuals and religious leaders from diverse traditions. The work collects the speeches and debates that addressed the complementarity of man and woman in marriage, a concept considered a fundamental good for society. Through the voices of academics, researchers, and family counselors, the theological, philosophical, and social dimensions of this union are examined, offering a plural and enriching vision of the importance of the family as a social core.
Main Topics
- Complementarity between man and woman in marriage.
- Interreligious dialogue on the value of the family.
- Reflections of Pope Francis on conjugal union.
- Academic and social perspectives on the contemporary family.
- Marriage as a fundamental good for society.
Who is it recommended for?
This book is aimed at readers interested in popular philosophy, religious issues, and debates about the family. It is especially relevant for those seeking an interdisciplinary and dialogical perspective on marriage and gender complementarity, as well as for those who wish to learn about the reflections of religious leaders and academics in a context of cultural plurality.
What this book contributes
- A multidisciplinary vision of complementarity in marriage, from religious and academic perspectives.
- Access to the reflections of a high-level international colloquium, with the participation of Pope Francis.
- A profound analysis of the importance of the family as a social pillar, based on interreligious dialogue.
- Reference material for contemporary debates on gender, marriage, and society.
Technical Specifications
- Author: Various Authors
- Publisher: Ediciones Rialp, S.A.
- Language: Spanish
- Subject: POPULAR PHILOSOPHY, RELIGIOUS ISSUES AND DEBATES
- Collection: MISCELLANEOUS
- Binding: Paperback
- Publication date: November 2016
- Number of pages: 148
- Weight: 210 g
Editorial Assessment
The Beautiful Life offers a unique opportunity to delve into an intellectual and spiritual dialogue of global reach. The work stands out for its ability to bring together diverse voices around a central theme of great social and religious relevance, presenting solid arguments and deep reflections. It is a recommended read for those seeking to understand the foundations of marriage from a plural and enriching perspective, without losing academic rigor.