What is the meaning of agape?

noun

  • Christian theology. ( the love of God or Christ for mankind)
  • Selfless love of one person for another without sexual implications (especially love that is spiritual in nature.
  • A religious meal shared as a sign of love and fellowship.

adjective

  • With the mouth wide open as in wonder or awe.
    • usage: "the gaping audience"; "we stood there agape with wonder"; "with mouth agape"
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