H160
Love (Ahavah)
אַהֲבָה (ahavah)
Deep, loyal, covenantal love — the committed affection of heart and will.
Hebrew
Pronunciation: ah-hah-VAH
Definition
Ahavah is the Hebrew word for love, describing deep, loyal, covenantal affection. It encompasses romantic love, family bonds, friendship, and supremely God's faithful love for His people.
Featured KJV occurrences (3)
Deuteronomy 6:5
“And thou shalt love the LORD thy God with all thine heart, and with all thy soul, and with all thy might.”Read in context
Song of Solomon 8:6
“Set me as a seal upon thine heart, as a seal upon thine arm: for love is strong as death.”Read in context
Jeremiah 31:3
“The LORD hath appeared of old unto me, saying, Yea, I have loved thee with an everlasting love.”Read in context
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