Monday Musing

Life of the Beloved ~ by Henri J. M. Nouwen, 1992 (Guide for Reflection, 2002), spiritual life, 160 pages

Among the most popular of Henri Nouwen's books, Life of the Beloved was initially written for a Jewish friend, and went on to become Henri Nouwen’s greatest legacy.  As I flipped the pages before starting to read, I noticed quotes set apart in several places.  These stood out for me to consider and meditate on:

• You are free to do what you want — if, that is, you really want it! (p. 14).
• Each human being suffers in a way no other human being suffers. (p. 88).
• Our greatest fulfillment lies in giving ourselves to others. (p. 107).
• The real question is not "What can we offer each other?" but "Who can we be for each other?" (p. 112).