1 John 3:4 kjv — Whosoever committeth sin transgresseth also the law: for sin is the transgression of the law.

King James Version

"Whosoever committeth sin transgresseth also the law: for sin is the transgression of the law."

— 1 John 3:4, King James Version

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1 John 3 — Context

1

Behold, what manner of love the Father hath bestowed upon us, that we should be called the sons of God: therefore the world knoweth us not, because it knew him not.

2

Beloved, now are we the sons of God, and it doth not yet appear what we shall be: but we know that, when he shall appear, we shall be like him; for we shall see him as he is.

3

And every man that hath this hope in him purifieth himself, even as he is pure.

4

Whosoever committeth sin transgresseth also the law: for sin is the transgression of the law.

5

And ye know that he was manifested to take away our sins; and in him is no sin.

6

Whosoever abideth in him sinneth not: whosoever sinneth hath not seen him, neither known him.

7

Little children, let no man deceive you: he that doeth righteousness is righteous, even as he is righteous.

1 John 3:4 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does 1 John 3:4 say?
1 John 3:4 in the King James Version reads: “Whosoever committeth sin transgresseth also the law: for sin is the transgression of the law.”
Where is 1 John 3:4 in the Bible?
1 John 3:4 is found in the New Testament, in the book of 1 John, chapter 3, verse 4.
Who wrote 1 John?
1 John is traditionally attributed to John the Apostle. It was written c. AD 85–95.
What is the book of 1 John about?
John writes to help believers know they have eternal life. Three tests run through the letter: do you walk in the light, love one another, and confess that Jesus is the Christ come in the flesh? Where these are present, assurance follows.
What are the major themes of 1 John?
1 John explores themes including Assurance, Love, Light, Truth vs. Error, Eternal Life. These themes shape the meaning and context of 1 John 3:4.
What translation should I read 1 John 3:4 in?
1 John 3:4 is available on GodsGoodBook in the King James Version (KJV), American Standard Version (ASV), World English Bible (WEB), NET Bible, Young's Literal Translation, Darby Bible, Douay-Rheims Bible, and the Bible in Basic English. Each translation reflects different translation philosophies — use the translation picker on this page to compare them, or browse our full translations directory.
How can I memorize 1 John 3:4?
1 John 3:4 reads (KJV): “Whosoever committeth sin transgresseth also the law: for sin is the transgression of the law.” Read it aloud, break it into short phrases, repeat each phrase three times before adding the next, then put the phrases together. Reading it in multiple translations (above) often helps the meaning settle.
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