Can you recommend a marriage book for a non jewish couple?

Senior Member Joined: Jun 15 2010 Posts: 220

B'H' One of my best friends (who happens to be not jewish) is getting married to a wonderful guy and I would love to give them a book that helps them navigate through marriage. I know some jewish ones but they seem not so suitable as they themselves are not exactly religious although very open minded and interested. Can anyone recommend a book that would be a good present and in the spirit of Torah (= not contradicting Torah)?

Platinum Member Joined: Nov 04 2008 Posts: 8179

The Love Languages series is excellent.
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But one man loved the pilgrim soul in you
And loved the sorrows of your changing face.

I agree with the Love Languages. Also Men are From Mars, Women are From Venus.
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And They Were Not Ashamed

I researched this, and as far as I can ascertain, this book is amazing and according to our hashkafa, except that it's Mormon. Maybe you can use it as a start to do more research. Look inside the book on Amazon.

Gold Member Joined: Jul 25 2011 Posts: 1527

Passionate Marriage by David Schnarch
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Silver Member Joined: May 01 2012 Posts: 640

I don't think Passionate Marriage is for everyone- although it was helpful for me when my therapist reccommended it. it deals with mostly intimacy issues and might be a bit too technical and intellectual for the average couple.
What about "The Committed Life" (or is it " The Committed Marriage"?) by Reb. Jungreis? I think it does a good job of presenting Torah wisdom that can be appreciated by anyone while having great stories and a nonjudgmental tone.

Senior Member Joined: Jul 27 2007 Posts: 240

Fighting For your Marriage:

link to amazon book page