Theology of the Body

The following quotes reflect key themes from Poe St. John Paul II's "Theology of the Body," which explores the profound connection between the physical body and spiritual realities, as well as the theological significance of human sexuality and relationships.

 

On the Body as a Revelation:

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“The body, and it alone, is capable of making visible what is invisible: the spiritual and the divine.” (Audience, July 16, 1980)

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On the Body and the Soul:

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“The body is not only a biological organism but also a means of expressing a personal and spiritual dimension. The body and soul are intimately connected, and one cannot be fully understood without the other.” (Audience, August 13, 1980)

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On the Theology of the Body as a Call to Love:

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“The body, in fact, is not just a vehicle for the soul but a way of expressing love, which is the very essence of human existence and the purpose of the body.” (Audience, August 20, 1980)

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On the Original Unity of Man and Woman:

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“The truth of man and the truth of woman is written in their bodies. The body reveals the human person and the nature of human relationships in their original unity.” (Audience, September 10, 1980)

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On the Nature of Human Love:

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“Human love is a total gift of self, and it finds its fullest expression in the marital union, which is a sacrament of God’s love for humanity.” (Audience, September 17, 1980)