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Greek words for love

There are four Greek words for love:

  • Eros ( érōs): Romantic love (in ancient Greek, desire).
  • Philia (φιλία philía): Love (but especially "platonic") (in ancient Greek, friendship).
  • Agape (ἀγάπη agápē): Divine, unconditioned love. Sometimes Christians will refer to the love that they receive from God as agape love.
  • Storge (στοργή storgē) Natural affection.

Last updated: 08-22-2005 19:22:49
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