New Testament
Book of 3 John
John thanks his friend Gaius for welcoming traveling teachers. He contrasts him with Diotrephes, who puts himself first, and commends Demetrius as a good example.
At a glance
3 John key facts
- Testament
- New Testament
- Chapters
- 1
- Author
- Writes as "the elder"; traditionally John the apostle
- When it was written
- Traditionally around AD 85 to 95
- Main theme
- Hospitality for those who serve the truth
- Key verse
- 3 John 1:4
Summary
What is 3 John about?
John thanks his friend Gaius for welcoming traveling teachers. He contrasts him with Diotrephes, who puts himself first, and commends Demetrius as a good example.
Key verse
A key verse in 3 John
“I have no greater joy than to hear that my children walk in truth.”
1 chapter
3 John chapters
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Questions
3 John: common questions
Who wrote the book of 3 John?
Writes as "the elder"; traditionally John the apostle.
When was 3 John written?
Traditionally around AD 85 to 95.
What is the book of 3 John about?
John thanks his friend Gaius for welcoming traveling teachers. He contrasts him with Diotrephes, who puts himself first, and commends Demetrius as a good example.
How many chapters are in 3 John?
3 John has 1 chapter, in the New Testament.
What is a key verse in 3 John?
3 John 1:4: “I have no greater joy than to hear that my children walk in truth.” (KJV).
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