3 John 1:2

King James Version (KJV)

Beloved, I wish above all things that thou mayest prosper and be in health, even as thy soul prospereth.

Translations

3 John 1:2 - Amplified Bible

Beloved, I pray that you may prosper in every way and [that your body] may keep well, even as [I know] your soul keeps well {and} prospers.

3 John 1:2 - American Standard Version

Beloved, I pray that in all things thou mayest prosper and be in health, even as thy soul prospereth.

3 John 1:2 - Bible in Basic English

My loved one, it is my prayer that you may do well in all things, and be healthy in body, even as your soul does well.

3 John 1:2 - Darby Bible

Beloved, I desire that in all things thou shouldest prosper and be in health, even as thy soul prospers.

3 John 1:2 - English Standard Version

Beloved, I pray that all may go well with you and that you may be in good health, as it goes well with your soul.

3 John 1:2 - King James Version

Beloved, I wish above all things that thou mayest prosper and be in health, even as thy soul prospereth.

3 John 1:2 - La Biblia de las Americas

Amado, ruego que seas prosperado en todo asì como prospera tu alma, y que tengas buena salud.

3 John 1:2 - The Message

3 John 1:2 - New American Standard Bible

Beloved, I pray that in all respects you may prosper and be in good health, just as your soul prospers.

3 John 1:2 - Nueva Biblia Latinoamericana de Hoy

Amado, ruego que seas prosperado en todo asì como prospera tu alma, y que tengas buena salud.

3 John 1:2 - World English Bible

Beloved, I pray that you may prosper in all things and be healthy, even as your soul prospers.

3 John 1:2 - Young's Living Translation

beloved, concerning all things I desire thee to prosper, and to be in health, even as thy soul doth prosper,

3 John 1:2 - Additional Comments

His soul is prospering, meaning becoming stronger and richer in the things that last.
At the same time, his wish is for his health and worldly position to prosper, in conjunction with his soul prospering. He may be wishing that his worldly position improves in direct relation to his soul improving. How can one enjoy life without the spiritual treasures increasing?

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