1 John 5:19 asv — We know that we are of God, and the whole world lieth in the evil one.

American Standard Version

"We know that we are of God, and the whole world lieth in the evil one. "

— 1 John 5:19, American Standard Version

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1 John 5 — Context

16

If any man see his brother sinning a sin not unto death, he shall ask, and God will give him life for them that sin not unto death. There is a sin unto death: not concerning this do I say that he should make request.

17

All unrighteousness is sin: and there is a sin not unto death.

18

We know that whosoever is begotten of God sinneth not; but he that was begotten of God keepeth himself, and the evil one toucheth him not.

19

We know that we are of God, and the whole world lieth in the evil one.

20

And we know that the Son of God is come, and hath given us an understanding, that we know him that is true, and we are in him that is true, even in his Son Jesus Christ. This is the true God, and eternal life.

21

My little children, guard yourselves from idols.

1 John 5:19 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does 1 John 5:19 say?
1 John 5:19 in the American Standard Version reads: “We know that we are of God, and the whole world lieth in the evil one. ”
Where is 1 John 5:19 in the Bible?
1 John 5:19 is found in the New Testament, in the book of 1 John, chapter 5, verse 19.
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 5:19.
What translation should I read 1 John 5:19 in?
1 John 5:19 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 5:19?
1 John 5:19 reads (ASV): “We know that we are of God, and the whole world lieth in the evil one. ” 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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