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[–]tombreck2 10 points11 points12 points 11 years ago (0 children) | Copy Link
Yep. Your mom will love you and your dog will love you too. The world is a happy place
[–]Endorsed Contributorfnordsnord1 point2 points3 points 11 years ago (0 children) | Copy Link
There is also a certain bond among men who have seen combat together, or other deep privation.
But hollywood has lied to you. The romantic love you see in the movies does not exist except as a brief infatuation. After that, it's work to maintain a relationship. And BOTH sides have to "settle" once the New Relationship Energy wears off.
[–]LS_D0 points1 point2 points 11 years ago* (1 child) | Copy Link
sure ... http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Greek_words_for_love
You love your mum, you love your dog, you love a good time, you love sex ... and so on
They are all forms of love they are not the same!
[–]autowikibot0 points1 point2 points 11 years ago (0 children) | Copy Link
Greek words for love:
The Greek language distinguishes at least four different ways as to how the word love is used. Ancient Greek has four distinct words for love: agápe, éros, philía, and storgē. However, as with other languages, it has been historically difficult to separate the meanings of these words when used outside of their respective contexts. Nonetheless, the senses in which these words were generally used are as follows: Agápe (ἀγάπη agápē ) means "love: esp. brotherly love, charity; the love of God for man and of man for God." Agape is used in the biblical passage known as the "love chapter," 1 Corinthians 13, and is described there and throughout the New Testament as brotherly love, affection, good will, love, and benevolence. Whether the love given is returned or not, the person continues to love (even without any self-benefit). Agape is also used in ancient texts to denote feelings for one's children and the feelings for a spouse, and it was also used to refer to a love feast. It can also be described as the feeling of being content or holding one in high regard. Agape is used by Christians to express the unconditional love of God for his children. This type of love was further explained by Thomas Aquinas as "to will the good of another." Éros (ἔρως érōs) means "love, mostly of the sexual passion." The Modern Greek word "erotas" means "intimate love." It can also apply to dating relationships as well as marriage. Plato refined his own definition: Although eros is initially felt for a person, with contemplation it becomes an appreciation of the beauty within that person, or even becomes appreciation of beauty itself. Plato does not talk of physical attraction as a necessary part of love, hence the use of the word platonic to mean, "without physical attraction." In the Symposium, the most famous ancient work on the subject, Plato has Socrates argue that eros helps the soul recall knowledge of beauty, and contributes to an understanding of spiritual truth, the ideal "Form" of youthful beauty that leads us humans to feel erotic desire – thus suggesting that even that sensually based love aspires to the non-corporeal, spiritual plane of existence; that is, finding its truth, just like finding any truth, leads to transcendence. Lovers and philosophers are all inspired to seek truth through the means of eros. Philia (φιλία philía) means "affectionate regard, friendship," usually "between equals." It is a dispassionate virtuous love, a concept developed by Aristotle. In his best-known work on ethics, Nicomachean Ethics, philia is expressed variously as loyalty to friends, family, and community, and requires virtue, equality, and familiarity. Furthermore, in the same text philos denotes a general type of love, used for love between family, between friends, a desire or enjoyment of an activity, as well as between lovers. Storge (στοργή storgē) means "love, affection" and "especially of parents and children" It is natural affection, like that felt by parents for offspring. Rarely used in ancient works, and then almost exclusively as a descriptor of relationships within the family. It is also known to express mere acceptance or putting up with situations, as in "loving" the tyrant.
The Greek language distinguishes at least four different ways as to how the word love is used. Ancient Greek has four distinct words for love: agápe, éros, philía, and storgē. However, as with other languages, it has been historically difficult to separate the meanings of these words when used outside of their respective contexts. Nonetheless, the senses in which these words were generally used are as follows:
Agápe (ἀγάπη agápē ) means "love: esp. brotherly love, charity; the love of God for man and of man for God." Agape is used in the biblical passage known as the "love chapter," 1 Corinthians 13, and is described there and throughout the New Testament as brotherly love, affection, good will, love, and benevolence. Whether the love given is returned or not, the person continues to love (even without any self-benefit). Agape is also used in ancient texts to denote feelings for one's children and the feelings for a spouse, and it was also used to refer to a love feast. It can also be described as the feeling of being content or holding one in high regard. Agape is used by Christians to express the unconditional love of God for his children. This type of love was further explained by Thomas Aquinas as "to will the good of another."
Éros (ἔρως érōs) means "love, mostly of the sexual passion." The Modern Greek word "erotas" means "intimate love." It can also apply to dating relationships as well as marriage. Plato refined his own definition: Although eros is initially felt for a person, with contemplation it becomes an appreciation of the beauty within that person, or even becomes appreciation of beauty itself. Plato does not talk of physical attraction as a necessary part of love, hence the use of the word platonic to mean, "without physical attraction." In the Symposium, the most famous ancient work on the subject, Plato has Socrates argue that eros helps the soul recall knowledge of beauty, and contributes to an understanding of spiritual truth, the ideal "Form" of youthful beauty that leads us humans to feel erotic desire – thus suggesting that even that sensually based love aspires to the non-corporeal, spiritual plane of existence; that is, finding its truth, just like finding any truth, leads to transcendence. Lovers and philosophers are all inspired to seek truth through the means of eros.
Philia (φιλία philía) means "affectionate regard, friendship," usually "between equals." It is a dispassionate virtuous love, a concept developed by Aristotle. In his best-known work on ethics, Nicomachean Ethics, philia is expressed variously as loyalty to friends, family, and community, and requires virtue, equality, and familiarity. Furthermore, in the same text philos denotes a general type of love, used for love between family, between friends, a desire or enjoyment of an activity, as well as between lovers.
Storge (στοργή storgē) means "love, affection" and "especially of parents and children" It is natural affection, like that felt by parents for offspring. Rarely used in ancient works, and then almost exclusively as a descriptor of relationships within the family. It is also known to express mere acceptance or putting up with situations, as in "loving" the tyrant.
Interesting: Storge | Philia | Cinephilia | Love
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[–]apskidb0 points1 point2 points 11 years ago (0 children) | Copy Link
The Blue Pill version of love does not exist. Also keep in mind that a woman will not love you. She will love the tingles that you give her.
[–]2Misteralcala-1 points0 points1 point 11 years ago (0 children) | Copy Link
Love can exist, but realize that love can be withdrawn at any time if you're not on top of your game. As long as you realize it's fleeting and can end at any moment, you can enjoy it for what it is. If you tie up everything in a woman though, be prepared to lose it all. Love for your relatives and children is as solid as it will ever get.
[–]I_Cum_Blood_6660 points 11 years ago [recovered] | Copy Link
Womens' love is based on qualifications and is more conditional than what men are led to believe. True love can't be coerced or felt through obligation.
[–]1oldredder-3 points-2 points-1 points 11 years ago (0 children) | Copy Link
Depends what kind. The kind where a woman respects you because she loves you: no. The kind where you can trust her because she loves you: no. The kind where she feels so good because you make sure she knows you love her: yes, but it won't keep her honest or committed to just you.
The kind where you are happy with how things are: yes.
The kind where you are happy & put up with being exploited by a woman: also yes, that exists, but if you ever find yourself in it you should put an immediate stop to it.
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