King James Version
What Does 1 John 2:5 Mean?
“But whoso keepeth his word, in him verily is the love of God perfected: hereby know we that we are in him.”
Context
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And hereby we do know that we know him, if we keep his commandments.
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He that saith, I know him, and keepeth not his commandments, is a liar, and the truth is not in him.
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But whoso keepeth his word, in him verily is the love of God perfected: hereby know we that we are in him.
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He that saith he abideth in him ought himself also so to walk, even as he walked.
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Brethren, I write no new commandment unto you, but an old commandment which ye had from the beginning. The old commandment is the word which ye have heard from the beginning.
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Commentary
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown Bible Commentary**21. Abraham ... justified by works--**evidentially, and before men (see on Jas 2:18). In Jas 2:23, James, like Paul, recognizes the Scripture truth, that it was his faith that was counted to Abraham for righteousness in his justification before God.
**when he had offered--**rather, "when he offered" [Alford], that is, brought as an offering at the altar; not implying that he actually offered him.
Robert Jamieson, A.R. Fausset, David Brown. Public Domain.
Historical Context
This verse is found in the book of 1 John. Understanding the historical and cultural background helps illuminate its meaning for the original audience and for us today.
Theological Significance
1 John 2:5 contributes to our understanding of God's character and His relationship with humanity. Consider how this verse connects to the broader themes of Scripture.
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