agape in Greek
agape in Greek is αγάπη — agape means with the mouth wide open, usually because of surprise, shock or wonder.
agape in Greek
αγάπη
Pronounced: agapi
(uncountable, Christianity) The love of God for mankind, or the benevolent love of Christians for others.
What does "agape" mean?
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adjective With the mouth wide open, usually because of surprise, shock or wonder.
"She stood there with her mouth agape at the size of the bill."
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noun Selfless, unconditional love, especially the love of God for humanity and the love Christians are called to show one another.
"The sermon drew a line between agape and mere sentiment."
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agape in a sentence
- She stood there with her mouth agape at the size of the bill.
- The children watched agape as the elephant lumbered past.
- The sermon drew a line between agape and mere sentiment.
- In his theology, agape asks nothing in return.
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What is "agape" in Greek?
"agape" in Greek is αγάπη. agape means: With the mouth wide open, usually because of surprise, shock or wonder.
How do you pronounce αγάπη?
"agape" in Greek is αγάπη, pronounced "agapi".
How do you use "agape" in a sentence?
Example: "She stood there with her mouth agape at the size of the bill." In Greek, "agape" is αγάπη.
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