The Empire of Love

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The Empire of Love

by W. J. (William James) Dawson

EN·~2 hours·18 chapters

Chapters

18 total

W. J. DAWSON

0:07

FLEMING H. REVELL COMPANY

0:40

THOMAS À KEMPIS. - THE GENIUS TO BE LOVED - WHY THEY LOVED HIM

1:24

CONINGSBY WILLIAM DAWSON. - I - THE GENIUS TO BE LOVED

7:47

Produced by Al Haines

0:03

WHAT IS CHRISTIANITY? - TOWARDS GALILEE

8:57

THE JUSTICE OF JESUS - HOW HE CAME

10:42

LOVE IS JUSTICE - THE WAY OF WOUNDS

8:34

LOVE AND FORGIVENESS - LOVE'S PROFIT

8:18

THE PRACTICE OF LOVE - FELLOW SUFFERERS

6:40

Description

In this thoughtful meditation the author invites listeners to consider love as the true empire that shapes human history. By contrasting the fleeting might of emperors and conquerors with the enduring influence of Jesus Christ’s love, the narrative argues that the greatest power ever known rests not in force but in compassion. The work weaves together poetry, historical anecdotes, and personal testimony to illustrate how love can redeem even the most lost souls. Early in the book, the writer reflects on a devotee’s daily practice of this love, showing how simple acts of kindness become evidence of a divine reality.

The prose moves between lyrical verses and probing essays, offering a gentle yet rigorous exploration of what it means to love the divine above all other bonds. References to figures like Napoleon highlight the universal astonishment at an empire built on love rather than conquest. Listeners will find a contemplative guide that challenges ordinary expectations of faith and encourages a deeper, more intimate experience of spiritual devotion.

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Language

en

Duration

~2 hours (136K characters)

Publisher of text edition

Project Gutenberg

Release date

2006-08-28

Rights

Public domain in the USA.

About the author

W. J. (William James) Dawson

W. J. (William James) Dawson

1854–1928

A Methodist minister turned popular lecturer and writer, he brought religion, literature, and everyday life together in a warm, accessible style. His books ranged from essays and criticism to devotional and inspirational works, reflecting a career that reached readers in both Britain and North America.

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