1 quotation linked to King James Bible — John 15:13 associated with Jesus, with source notes, explanations and related topics.
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“Greater love hath no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends.”
The verse defines love through costly action, making willingness to sacrifice for friends a measure of devotion rather than merely affectionate language.
Source note: John 15:13 in the King James Version.