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Book Synopsis: Love is "one of the greatest dramas of human existence," writes Pope John Paul II. In this illuminating three-act play--here in the only English translation authorized by the Vatican--he explores relationships between men and women, the joys--and the pain--of love and marriage. The action unfolds in two settings at once: a street in a small town, outside the local jeweler's shop (people go to buy their wedding rings there), and the mysterious inner landscape of personal hopes and fears, loves and longings.
Each act focuses on a different couple: the first happily planning their wedding, the second long-married and unhappy, the third about to marry but full of doubts. Writing with power and understanding about a love that survives the grave, a love that has withered and died, a love budding out of complexes and insecurities, the Pope addresses such fundamental human concerns as: What does it mean to fall in love? When do we know that a love is real--and can it last? If it dies, how do we go on living--and loving again? There are no easy answers, and there is no happy ending--such is the nature of men and women, and such is the nature of love--but there is hope, if we only acknowledge our need and accept the risks of a deep and lasting commitment.
This is a play full of wisdom on a subject of great relevance to all, and it provides a special insight into the thoughts of the man who, like no other, has captured the imagination of people of all faiths throughout the world. The Jeweler's Shop has been made into a full-length movie now available on video. Karol Wojtyla--Pope John Paul II--has long been involved with the theater. As a student of literature, then priest, bishop and archbishop, he acted, directed, wrote dramatic criticism, made a Polish translation of Sophocles' Oedipus Rex, and has authored six plays.
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Looking for a captivating and thought-provoking read? Look no further than "The Jeweler's Shop" by Pope John Paul II. This beautiful three-act play takes you on a journey through the complexities of love and marriage, exploring the joys and pains that come with it. With the Vatican's authorization, this is the only English translation that truly captures the essence of the original work.
Set in a charming small town, the story unfolds both on a street outside a jeweler's shop, where couples come to purchase their wedding rings, and within the inner landscape of personal hopes, fears, and desires. Each act highlights a different couple, showcasing their unique experiences: the first filled with excitement and anticipation of their upcoming wedding, the second grappling with the challenges of a long-married and unhappy life, and the third on the brink of marriage, yet plagued by doubts.
Pope John Paul II's powerful writing delves into the depths of love, addressing fundamental human questions. What does it truly mean to fall in love? How can we determine if a love is authentic and enduring? And if a love fades, how do we find the strength to move forward and open ourselves to love once again?
In "The Jeweler's Shop," there are no easy answers or fairy-tale endings. Instead, the play offers hope and encourages us to recognize our own needs and embrace the risks that come with a profound and lasting commitment. It is a treasure trove of wisdom that resonates with people of all faiths, offering a unique glimpse into the thoughts and insights of Pope John Paul II, a truly remarkable figure revered around the world.
Don't miss out on the opportunity to experience this compelling story. In addition to the book, "The Jeweler's Shop" has been adapted into a full-length movie, now available on video. Start your journey into the depths of love and relationships today.
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