Men, Women, and the Mystery of Love

Fr. Karol Wojtyla (Pope John Paul II) published Love and Responsibility in 1960, revealing a fully formed philosophy of marriage—in which full union can only be achieved when each partner prioritizes the well-being and self-realization of the other. His analysis of the true meaning of human love is life changing and practical, shedding light on real issues between men and women.

In Men, Women and the Mystery of Love, Dr. Edward Sri unpacks the contents of this great work, making it accessible to every reader. Dr. Edward Sri emphasizes the down-to-earth nature of Love and Responsibility, giving readers actionable advice on issues such as:

• The problem of pornography.
• The meaning of friendship.
• How to determine if a relationship is one of authentic love or is doomed to failure.
• How to achieve greater intimacy in marriage.

Study questions with each chapter make this a valuable resource not only for individual personal reading, but also for small group study.

"This book is a gift to anyone seeking to understand authentic love. Drawing deeply from the wisdom of Pope St. John Paul II, Sri makes the rich insights of Love and Responsibility accessible to all as he translates theological concepts in a way that is clear, practical, and truly eye-opening. If you are looking to lay a strong foundation for any relationship, Men, Women, and the Mystery of Love is a must-read."

–Lisa Cotter

Author of Reveal the Gift: Living the Feminine Genius

“I vividly remember my senior seminar with Dr. Sri at Benedictine College as a theology major where we read and discussed John Paul II’s Love and Responsibility—a seminar that gave rise to Dr. Sri’s Men, Women, and the Mystery of Love. That seminar and Dr. Sri’s distillation of John Paul II’s vision for life and love have been absolutely transformative for me, my marriage, and countless others. To say, ‘highly recommended’ would be a massive understatement!”

–Sarah Swafford

Speaker and author of Gift and Grit: How Heroic Virtue Can Change Your Life and Relationships

"In a time of confusion fueled by loud and problematic messages about love, sex, and relationships, we need strong yet peaceful voices to proclaim God's plan and design for humanity. In Men, Women, and the Mystery of Love, Dr. Sri boldly unpacks the eternal truth about these vitally important topics. This book isn't sterile or boring, but dynamic and alive as Dr. Sri proclaims Gospel truth and invites the reader to joyfully respond. 

–Pete Burak

Vice President of Renewal Ministries