A new translation into modern American English directly from the original Russian manuscript. This edition contains an Afterword by the translator, a timeline of Tolstoy's life and works, and a glossary of philosophic terminology used throughout Tolstoy's literature and philosophy. Written in 1885, Leo Tolstoy's essay "Where There Is Love, There Is God" delves into the profound connection between love and spirituality. Tolstoy emphasizes the importance of a life centered on love, care, and selflessness. The essay conveys complex spiritual ideas with clarity, resonating with readers across different eras.