3 John 1:1

King James Version (KJV)

The elder unto the wellbeloved Gaius, whom I love in the truth.

Translations

3 John 1:1 - Amplified Bible

THE ELDERLY elder [of the church addresses this letter] to the beloved (esteemed) Gaius, whom I truly love.

3 John 1:1 - American Standard Version

The elder unto Gaius the beloved, whom I love in truth.

3 John 1:1 - Bible in Basic English

I, a ruler in the church, send word to the well loved Gaius, for whom I have true love.

3 John 1:1 - Darby Bible

The elder to the beloved Gaius, whom I love in truth.

3 John 1:1 - English Standard Version

The elder to the beloved Gaius, whom I love in truth.

3 John 1:1 - King James Version

The elder unto the wellbeloved Gaius, whom I love in the truth.

3 John 1:1 - La Biblia de las Americas

El anciano al amado Gayo, a quien yo amo en verdad.

3 John 1:1 - The Message

The Pastor, to my good friend Gaius: How truly I love you! We’re the best of friends, and I pray for good fortune in everything you do, and for your good health—that your everyday affairs prosper, as well as your soul! I was most happy when some friends arrived and brought the news that you persist in following the way of Truth. Nothing could make me happier than getting reports that my children continue diligently in the way of Truth!

3 John 1:1 - New American Standard Bible

The elder to the beloved Gaius, whom I love in truth.

3 John 1:1 - Nueva Biblia Latinoamericana de Hoy

El anciano al amado Gayo, a quien yo amo en verdad.

3 John 1:1 - World English Bible

The elder to Gaius the beloved, whom I love in truth.

3 John 1:1 - Young's Living Translation

The Elder to Gaius the beloved, whom I love in truth!

3 John 1:1 - Additional Comments

John is considered to be "the elder".
Note the 2 ways he loved Gaius. First, he called him beloved, because John has a particular affection for Gaius as a friend. Second, he states he loves him in truth, meaning as commanded and in obedience to Jesus.

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