John 3:16 — For God so loved the world, that he gave his only born Son, that whoever believ… — WEB | maBible

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16 For God so loved the world, that he gave his only born Son, that whoever believes in him should not perish, but have eternal life.

Passage themes

The love of God — God so loved the world
The gift of the Son — he gave his only begotten Son
Saving faith — whosoever believeth in him
Escaping destruction — should not perish
Living forever — but have everlasting life

Notes and references

The phrase “only born” is from the Greek word “μονογενη”, which is sometimes translated “only begotten” or “one and only”.

About this book

Author: Jean · Written: Entre 80 et 110 ap. J.-C. · Reading time: 2h40 · Characters: Marie, Philippe, Marie de Magdala, Jean-Baptiste, Marthe de Béthanie, Pierre, Jean, fils de Zébédée, Marie de Béthanie, Thomas, La femme samaritaine, Nicodème, Lazare, Judas

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