Hancock, Christopher D.2019-09-252019-09-252017-10-182016http://hdl.handle.net/20.500.12424/166710This is the third paper in a series of comparative Confucian-Christian studies by the author. The paper examines points of contrast and comparison between‘ love’(Gk:agape) in the‘ Hymn to Love’ of 1 Corinthians 13 and Jen/Ren and Aiin the Confucian classics (esp. Analects/Lunyu). Drawing on earlier studies of the‘ love’ theme in Confucius, the paper resists forced parallelisms and explores seven comparative resonances that recognize the multi-facetted conceptual and practical character of‘ love’ in classical Christianity and Confucianism. Through both traditions, a global appeal to harmony and selfless service is voiced.engWith permission of the license/copyright holderLove1 Corinthians 13Confucian-Christian dialogueT E LawrenceHarmonious SocietyIntercultural and contextual theologiesAsian theologiesArticle