Agape
/əˈɡɑː.pə/noun
A selfless, unconditional love often associated with divine love.
Did you know?In ancient Greek philosophy, agape represented the highest form of love, transcending mere emotion and embodying a profound spiritual bond.
Etymological Timeline
Ancient Greek
Greek
ἀγάπη
“A love that is unconditional, often linked to the divine.”
1st Century AD
Greek
ἀγάπη
“Used in Christian texts to describe God's love for humanity.”
Medieval Latin
Latin
agape
“Adopted into Christian theology to signify a spiritual love.”
Modern English
English
agape
“Refers to an unconditional love, especially in religious contexts.”
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