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5 Bible Verses

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Charity suffereth long, and is kind; charity envieth not; charity vaunteth not itself, is not puffed up, Doth not behave itself unseemly, seeketh not her own, is not easily provoked, thinketh no evil; Rejoiceth not in iniquity, but rejoiceth in the truth; Beareth all things, believeth all things, hopeth all things, endureth all things.

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1 Corinthians 13:4-7 • KJV

This classic passage defines love's characteristics, describing it as patient, kind, and selfless. It provides a comprehensive biblical definition of true love that goes beyond romantic feelings to demonstrate sacrificial care for others.

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For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life.

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John 3:16 • KJV

This verse demonstrates God's ultimate love by showing His willingness to sacrifice His Son for humanity's redemption. It illustrates love as an unconditional, transformative force that offers salvation.

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He that loveth not knoweth not God; for God is love.

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1 John 4:8 • KJV

This powerful verse connects love directly to God's nature, suggesting that love is not just an emotion but a fundamental characteristic of divine essence. It implies that understanding true love requires understanding God.

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Husbands, love your wives, even as Christ also loved the church, and gave himself for it;

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Ephesians 5:25 • KJV

This verse provides guidance for marital love, calling husbands to love sacrificially, mirroring Christ's love for the church. It sets a high standard of selfless, committed love in marriage.

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Hatred stirreth up strifes: but love covereth all sins.

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Proverbs 10:12 • KJV

This proverb highlights love's power to reconcile and heal, showing that genuine love can overcome conflicts and forgive shortcomings. It demonstrates love as a restorative and peaceful force.

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