Overview
Agape is a Greek word that refers to an ultimate form of love that’s unconditional and self-sacrificial. Within Christian scriptures and philosophical literature, agape is used to describe God’s unconditional love for humanity that humans should aspire to practice for each other.
History and Etymology
Ancient Greek had several different words for “love” depending on the context and relation. “Eros” refers to romantic passionate love, while “philia” refers to brotherly love or friendship.