Caritas

/ˈkærɪtæs/ noun

Definition

Charity, compassion, or Christian love understood as selfless concern for the welfare of others; also used as the name of international charitable organizations.

Etymology

From Latin 'caritas' (dearness, affection, charity), derived from 'carus' (dear). In medieval theology, 'caritas' became a key virtue alongside faith and hope, emphasizing love as the highest Christian ideal.

Kelly Says

The word 'caritas' is so important in Christian theology that it literally means the highest form of love—not romantic love, but the universal love for all humanity!

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