聖書における慈善：それは本当にどれほど重要なのか？

How does the Bible define charity? In the original Greek of the New Testament, the word often translated as “charity” is “agape” (ἀγάπη). This term encompasses a love that is selfless, unconditional, and actively seeking the good of others. It is crucial to note that this concept goes beyond mere emotional affection or philanthropic gestures; it is a reflection of divine love itself. The Apostle Paul, in his letter to the Corinthians, provides perhaps the most comprehensive biblical definition of…