True love requires selfsacrifice from "summary" of Love Alone by Hans Urs Von Balthasar
The essence of true love lies in the willingness to sacrifice oneself for the beloved. This act of self-giving is not borne out of duty or obligation, but rather springs forth from a deep well of love and devotion. It is a choice made freely and willingly, without expectation of reciprocation or reward. True love is not concerned with what it can gain, but rather with what it can give. Self-sacrifice is the ultimate expression of love, for it requires a laying down of one's own desires, needs, and wants for the sake of another. It is a putting aside of self in order to fully embrace and honor the other. This act of self-denial is not easy, for it often involves discomfort, pain, and even suffering. Yet, it is through this very act of sacrifice that love is m...
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