This blog is on the language
of love and with Valentine’s Day just passing I thought it would be fitting to
convey a few words of the language of love, and since I am not nearly as
educated or experienced on this subject as I wish I was, I would like to paste
onto this blog a few things I considered inspiring.
The following are excerpts from the Pope
Frances via a CNN article:
Pope Francis on Friday gave his advice on how to have a
happy marriage before thousands of young engaged couples.
The unprecedented event, held under
brilliant winter sunshine in a packed St. Peter's Square in Vatican City, may
reflect Francis' desire to be closer to ordinary people's lives.
Three couples were able to put their own
questions directly to the Pontiff before being blessed.
The first young couple to speak explained
how they had decided to get married. "We didn't want to give in to the
easy way of not committing," the man said.
The couple asked the Pontiff to give them
his advice on how to make a lasting marriage.
Francis,
himself committed to lifelong celibacy as a Catholic priest, said that many
people are afraid these days to make "definite decisions" and
long-lasting choices -- but that it can be done.
"Today, everything is changing rapidly and nothing lasts for long.
This sort of mentality leads so many who are getting ready for marriage to say
they will be together for as long as love lasts," which can lead to
divorce, he said.
Love has to be built together, he said,
not alone. "To build such a thing means to help your love
grow,"
he said.
"Dear engaged people, you are getting
ready to grow together, to build a home, to live together for good. Do not just base it on those feelings that
come and go, but on the rock of true love that comes from God," he said.
Francis also took to Twitter to encourage
those who are in love to take the plunge and tie the knot.
"Dear young people don't be afraid to
marry. A faithful and fruitful marriage will bring you happiness,"
A second couple in St. Peter's Square told
Francis of how their love and commitment had changed their lives, before the
woman asked for the Pope's advice on how to live together day to day.
"Living together is an art. It's a
patient art, it's a beautiful art, it's fascinating," Francis replied. He spoke of the need to communicate with
respect and attention, "to request politely so that you enter with
courtesy into the life of the other."
That isn't easy, he said. Each half of the
couple must learn to say thank you, and to apologize for his or her mistakes.
"We all know there isn't a perfect
family, neither a perfect husband nor a perfect wife. Of course,
we
are not talking about the perfect mother-in-law," he joked.
"Do not end any day without asking
each other for forgiveness, having peace back in your house and your
family," he said. "Never end a single day without being at peace with
each other. This is the secret in order to preserve love."
The third couple's question dealt with how
to celebrate their marriage.
Francis
said the key thing was not to have a wild party, though the celebration is
important, but to feel the presence of Jesus. The dress, flowers and food are
important, but only if the couple are
there
in a true spirit of love, he said.
For all it’s worth I believe receiving
this type of language of love/advice from anyone would be language worth
listening to.
I am not preaching in this blog I am
expressing my own beliefs and opinions.
This is such inspiration. I am not a religious person, but this type of language proves that inspiration and emotion can be expressed through language and ultimately help people through life.
ReplyDeleteI really like this article. I've been jaded by love and this article gives me hope. I like how it says there is no perfect husband or wife. I believe it. But love should be staying with someone despite all of the imperfections because as long as both of the partners are trying to make it work, I think that's all we should ask for. Living together require a lot of patience. I agree. Love is patient. Thank you for this article.
ReplyDeleteWow, I really enjoyed the article you found. The advice I think applies to people who are religious and those who aren't, and it's just beautiful I think.
ReplyDeleteThis was a very beautiful article. I know one of the reason that my parents have had a such a successful marriage is because they communicate with each other. The Pope gave amazing advice and hope many people take it to heart. I think his speech also shows that if you speak in a positive way, that your words will travel farther and reach more people.
ReplyDeleteI agree with you and the Pope wholeheartedly.
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