1 John 1
KJ3 Literal Translation — Chapter 1 of 5
Chapter Summary
He describes the person of Christ, in whom we have eternal life by a communion with God.
Key Greek Words
Cross-References
- John 1:1–4
- 2 John 1:4
People & Context
The Word of Life, God's Son, heard, seen, and handled by the witnesses; His blood cleanses from all sin
The one with whom believers have fellowship; declared to be light, in whom is no darkness at all
Timeline
John declares that which was from the beginning — what was heard, seen, beheld, and touched concerning the Word of Life — as the foundation of his testimony and the basis for fellowship with the Father and Son.
1 John 1:1-4The core message is announced: God is light and in Him is no darkness at all. Walking in darkness while claiming fellowship with Him is exposed as a lie; walking in the light brings true fellowship and cleansing through the blood of Christ.
1 John 1:5-7If believers confess their sins, God is faithful and righteous to forgive and cleanse from all unrighteousness. Claiming sinlessness makes God a liar and reveals the absence of His Word within.
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