Agape is a [[Greek]] word that means [[love]]. In Ancient Greek texts it often refers to a general affection or concern, rather than the physical attraction suggested by [[eros]]. The verb appears in the [[New Testament]] describing, amongst other things, the relationship between [[Jesus]] and the [[beloved disciple]].
===Grammar=== It is a first declension feminine noun.that declines as follows: {{Greek Noun|Αγαπη|Αγαπης|Αγαπη|Αγαπην|Αγαπαι|Αγαπων|Αγαπαις|Αγαπας}}
===Biblical passages using "agape"===
The famous passage in [[1 Corinthians 13]]:4-8 translates the word love from ''agape''