Love as Agape

The exploration of love as both a personal and societal obligation is central to this work, set against a backdrop of deepening political and ideological divides. Oda Wischmeyer examines New Testament teachings on love, contrasting them with ancient perspectives and contemporary thoughts from figures like Julia Kristeva and Martha Nussbaum. Through this rigorous analysis, she seeks to redefine ancient Jewish-Christian concepts of love, ultimately highlighting the profound relationship between God and humanity as embodied in Jesus Christ, emphasizing love's transformative power and inherent dignity.