Quote by Gottfried Leibniz

Theologian: But what is to love? Philosopher: To be delighted by the happiness of another.

Theologian: But what is to love? Philosopher: To be delighte

Summary

This quote highlights a dialogue between a theologian and a philosopher discussing the concept of love. The theologian questions the nature of love, to which the philosopher responds by saying that love is experiencing joy and finding delight in the happiness of another person. In this explanation, love is characterized by selflessness and finding happiness in the well-being and contentment of someone else.

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Happiness Love

By Gottfried Leibniz

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