3 John 1:2

3 John 1:1 web — The elder to Gaius the beloved, whom I love in truth.

World English Bible

"The elder to Gaius the beloved, whom I love in truth."

— 3 John 1:1, World English Bible

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KJV
“The elder unto the wellbeloved Gaius, whom I love in the truth.”
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ASV
“The elder unto Gaius the beloved, whom I love in truth. ”
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NET
“¶ Introduction and Thanksgiving From the elder, to Gaius my dear brother, whom I love in truth.”
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DRB
“The Ancient, to the dearly beloved Gaius, whom I love in truth.”
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BBE
“I, a ruler in the church, send word to the well loved Gaius, for whom I have true love.”
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KJVA
“The elder unto the wellbeloved Gaius, whom I love in the truth.”
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3 John 1 — Context

The elder to Gaius the beloved, whom I love in truth.

Beloved, I pray that you may prosper in all things and be healthy, even as your soul prospers.

For I rejoiced greatly, when brothers came and testified about your truth, even as you walk in truth.

I have no greater joy than this, to hear about my children walking in truth.

3 John 1:1 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does 3 John 1:1 say?

3 John 1:1 in the World English Bible reads: “The elder to Gaius the beloved, whom I love in truth.”

Where is 3 John 1:1 in the Bible?

3 John 1:1 is found in the New Testament, in the book of 3 John, chapter 1, verse 1.

Who wrote 3 John?

3 John is traditionally attributed to John the Apostle ("the elder"). It was written c. AD 85–95.

What is the book of 3 John about?

A short, personal letter commending Gaius for hospitality to itinerant Christian workers, rebuking a domineering local leader named Diotrephes, and commending Demetrius. A glimpse of first-century church life from the inside.

What are the major themes of 3 John?

3 John explores themes including Hospitality, Truth, Leadership, Encouragement. These themes shape the meaning and context of 3 John 1:1.

What translation should I read 3 John 1:1 in?

3 John 1:1 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 3 John 1:1?

3 John 1:1 reads (WEB): “The elder to Gaius the beloved, whom I love in truth.” 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.

3 John 1:1 web — The elder to Gaius the beloved, whom I love in truth.

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