Worthy Demetrius Demetrius has been testified to by all, even by the truth itself. We also testify to him, and you know that our testimony is true.
13
Conclusion I have many things to write to you, but I do not wish to write to you with pen and ink.
14
But I hope to see you right away, and we will speak face to face.
15
Peace be with you. The friends here greet you. Greet the friends there by name.
3 John 1:15 — Frequently Asked Questions
7 questions
What does 3 John 1:15 say?
3 John 1:15 in the NET Bible reads: “Peace be with you. The friends here greet you. Greet the friends there by name.”
Where is 3 John 1:15 in the Bible?
3 John 1:15 is found in the New Testament, in the book of 3 John, chapter 1, verse 15.
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 1:15.
What translation should I read 3 John 1:15 in?
3 John 1:15 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 1:15?
3 John 1:15 reads (NET): “Peace be with you. The friends here greet you. Greet the friends there by name.” 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.