New Testament
Book of 1 John
John writes so believers can be sure of eternal life. He returns again and again to three tests: believing the truth about Jesus, obeying God, and loving one another.
At a glance
1 John key facts
- Testament
- New Testament
- Chapters
- 5
- Author
- Traditionally attributed to John the apostle; the letter does not name its writer
- When it was written
- Traditionally around AD 85 to 95
- Main theme
- Love, truth and knowing you belong to God
- Key verse
- 1 John 4:8
Summary
What is 1 John about?
John writes so believers can be sure of eternal life. He returns again and again to three tests: believing the truth about Jesus, obeying God, and loving one another.
Key verse
A key verse in 1 John
“He that loves not knows not God; for God is love.”
5 chapters
1 John chapters
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Questions
1 John: common questions
Who wrote the book of 1 John?
Traditionally attributed to John the apostle; the letter does not name its writer.
When was 1 John written?
Traditionally around AD 85 to 95.
What is the book of 1 John about?
John writes so believers can be sure of eternal life. He returns again and again to three tests: believing the truth about Jesus, obeying God, and loving one another.
How many chapters are in 1 John?
1 John has 5 chapters, in the New Testament.
What is a key verse in 1 John?
1 John 4:8: “He that loves not knows not God; for God is love.” (KJV).
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