Next

John 3:2

John 3:1 web — Now there was a man of the Pharisees named Nicodemus, a ruler of the Jews.

World English Bible

“Now there was a man of the Pharisees named Nicodemus, a ruler of the Jews.”

— John 3:1, World English Bible

Share

What does this verse mean?

Read in Another Translation

5 of 21 translations

John 3:1 in Other Translations

1 version All translations

John 3 — Context

1

Now there was a man of the Pharisees named Nicodemus, a ruler of the Jews.

2

The same came to him by night, and said to him, "Rabbi, we know that you are a teacher come from God, for no one can do these signs that you do, unless God is with him."

3

Jesus answered him, "Most certainly, I tell you, unless one is born anew, he can't see the Kingdom of God."

4

Nicodemus said to him, "How can a man be born when he is old? Can he enter a second time into his mother's womb, and be born?"

John 3:1 — Frequently Asked Questions

7 questions
What does John 3:1 say?
John 3:1 in the World English Bible reads: “Now there was a man of the Pharisees named Nicodemus, a ruler of the Jews.”
Where is John 3:1 in the Bible?
John 3:1 is found in the New Testament, in the book of John, chapter 3, verse 1.
Who wrote John?
John is traditionally attributed to John the Apostle, son of Zebedee. It was written c. AD 85–95.
What is the book of John about?
John's Gospel opens not in Bethlehem but "in the beginning," declaring Jesus to be the eternal Word made flesh. Through seven sign-miracles and seven "I AM" sayings, it presents Jesus as the bread, the light, the way, and the resurrection — that we might believe and have life in his name.
What are the major themes of John?
John explores themes including Word Made Flesh, Belief, Eternal Life, I AM, Love. These themes shape the meaning and context of John 3:1.
What translation should I read John 3:1 in?
John 3:1 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 John 3:1?
John 3:1 reads (WEB): “Now there was a man of the Pharisees named Nicodemus, a ruler of the Jews.” 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.
GodsGoodBook logo

GodsGoodBook

Making God's Word accessible to everyone

Experience the Bible like never before with multiple translations, powerful search tools, and features to make God's Word personal to you. Completely free, forever.

© 2026 GodsGoodBookVersion 2.1.1
Privacy PolicyTerms of Service
(Night)

Choose Theme

Transform your experience with 32 beautiful themes

Light Themes 19

Dark Themes 11

Colorful Themes 2

32 themes available