Kiss Of Love
AD64 - 1 Peter
Jewish way of greeting close friends was to hug and kiss them on the side of the face. Many Mediterranean countries still use this form of greeting even today for close friends and family.
1st Peter the 14th New testament book which was written by the apostle Peter in AD64
Remember the kiss of betrayal by Judas of Jesus in the Easter story.
Background Reading:
1st Peter 5:12-14
Final Greetings
12 With the help of Silas, whom I regard as a faithful brother, I have written to you briefly, encouraging you and testifying that this is the true grace of God. Stand fast in it.
13 She who is in Babylon, chosen together with you, sends you her greetings, and so does my son Mark. 14 Greet one another with a kiss of love.
Peace to all of you who are in Christ.