Dietrich F Seidel

Dietrich F. Seidel was a man of deep faith and love for Jesus; he considered becoming a priest. Instead, he became a great scholar, a theologian. This text is based on Seidel's doctoral dissertation, "Schleiermacher on Marriage and Family," which was submitted to the University of Saint Michael's College in Conjunction with the Toronto School of Theology in 1987. This book is offered as a tribute both to Friedrich Schleiermacher and to Dietrich Seidel, who diligently researched and uncovered the many gems of understanding that can bring light and hope to humankind today and in the future.

"Letters Beyond the Veil" continues the love story of Elisabeth and Dietrich Seidel. Their previous book, "Beloveds Forever Together: Letters of Eternal Love," contains the letters they wrote to each other during forty years of married life on this earth, culminating in their final farewells when Dietrich's physical life came to an end. At that time, they affirmed that their love was eternal, they would be forever together in heart. In this volume the reader will learn how Elisabeth found a way to communicate with Dietrich, beyond the "veil," writing down her thoughts for him to read. These thoughts became letters, and she began receiving replies from her beloved. Their letters reveal what is truly most important for our eternal life. It is not success in the form of fame or fortune; it is not material possessions, although Elisabeth confesses that she would like Dietrich to buy her some beautiful jewelry on occasion Rather, what is most important is love, true love, eternal love, the eternal relationship of heart that is forged during our physical life on the earth.

This volume contains sermons by Dr. Dietrich F. Seidel, theologian and marriage and family counselor. Although raised Catholic and a convert to Unificationism, Dr. Seidel's insights are not limited to a particular religion but rather focus on bringing God into our daily lives. The reader will find here valuable spiritual guidance that can inform, inspire, and enlighten us all as to how to make our daily lives more meaningful, more successful, more loving, and closer to God s original ideal for humankind.

This book introduces the reality of the spirit world and how to best prepare ourselves for our eternal life there. It contains philosophical and theological background to our understanding of the spiritual realm; numerous testimonies from near-death experiences that affirm the continued existence of the spirit after the death of the physical body; practical information on life in the spirit world; and messages from those who have ascended to their loved ones remaining on earth.

This volume is in the form of letters, written in English by Dietrich Seidel (whose native language is German) and his wife Elisabeth (whose native language is French) during various periods over the course of their four decades of married life when they were separated from each other. Many are pure love letters, while others include practical matters of concern while their spouse was far away. The final entry is a letter written by Elisabeth to her beloved Dietrich after he transitioned into the next world.

A collection of the writings of Dr. Dietrich F. Seidel, compiled and edited by Dr. Jennifer P. Tanabe. Dietrich Seidel was born in Austria during World War II and trained as a scientist in Vienna. Raised Catholic he later converted to Unificationism and never lost his faith in God, a faith which guided his life and illuminates his work. This selection reflects Dr. Seidel's ability to unify and harmonize even those apparently at odds, such as science and religion and his specialty-married couples in need of counseling. In his writings on marriage and family enrichment readers will find practical advice on improving their relationship with their spouse, child rearing, making God central to their family and finding true love, all presented in an enjoyable and easy to read style. Other articles show a more scholarly form and topic, such as human nature and the love of God. Reflective pieces on his experiences as a Unificationist are also included in this collection.