# The Ladder of Love ## Eros Physical love. Sexual and passionate love. Necessary to procreate. But it lacks meaning. ## Philia Emotional love. Friendly and mutual love. "Between equals". Common in lifelong friendships. ## Agape > But I say unto you, Love your enemies, bless them that curse you, > do good to them that hate you, and pray for them which despitefully > use you, and persecute you; > > Matthew 5:44 Spiritual love. Unconditional and sacrificial love. Love for its own sake. The highest form of love that Jesus showed.