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1 John, 1

1. That which was from the beginning, which we have heard, which we have seen with our eyes, which we have looked upon, and our hands have handled, of the Word of life;

1. Mikä on alusta ollut, minkä olemme kuulleet, minkä omin silmin nähneet, mitä katselimme ja käsin kosketimme, siitä me puhumme: elämän Sanasta -

2. (For the life was manifested, and we have seen [it], and bear witness, and shew unto you that eternal life, which was with the Father, and was manifested unto us;)

2. ja elämä ilmestyi, ja me olemme nähneet sen ja todistamme siitä ja julistamme teille sen iankaikkisen elämän, joka oli Isän tykönä ja ilmestyi meille -

3. That which we have seen and heard declare we unto you, that ye also may have fellowship with us: and truly our fellowship [is] with the Father, and with his Son Jesus Christ.

3. minkä olemme nähneet ja kuulleet, sen me myös teille julistamme, että teilläkin olisi yhteys meidän kanssamme; ja meillä on yhteys Isän ja hänen Poikansa, Jeesuksen Kristuksen, kanssa.

4. And these things write we unto you, that your joy may be full.

4. Ja tämän me kirjoitamme, että meidän ilomme olisi täydellinen.

5. This then is the message which we have heard of him, and declare unto you, that God is light, and in him is no darkness at all.

5. Ja tämä on se sanoma, jonka olemme häneltä kuulleet ja jonka me teille julistamme: että Jumala on valkeus ja ettei hänessä ole mitään pimeyttä. 1.

6. If we say that we have fellowship with him, and walk in darkness, we lie, and do not the truth:

6. Jos sanomme, että meillä on yhteys hänen kanssaan, mutta vaellamme pimeydessä, niin me valhettelemme emmekä tee totuutta.

7. But if we walk in the light, as he is in the light, we have fellowship one with another, and the blood of Jesus Christ his Son cleanseth us from all sin.

7. Mutta jos me valkeudessa vaellamme, niinkuin hän on valkeudessa, niin meillä on yhteys keskenämme, ja Jeesuksen Kristuksen, hänen Poikansa, veri puhdistaa meidät kaikesta synnistä.

8. If we say that we have no sin, we deceive ourselves, and the truth is not in us.

8. Jos sanomme, ettei meillä ole syntiä, niin me eksytämme itsemme, ja totuus ei ole meissä.

9. If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just to forgive us [our] sins, and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness.

9. Jos me tunnustamme syntimme, on hän uskollinen ja vanhurskas, niin että hän antaa meille synnit anteeksi ja puhdistaa meidät kaikesta vääryydestä.

10. If we say that we have not sinned, we make him a liar, and his word is not in us.

10. Jos sanomme, ettemme ole syntiä tehneet, niin me teemme hänet valhettelijaksi, ja hänen sanansa ei ole meissä.



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Footnotes:

1:1-4 - John affirms that the experience of seeing, hearing, and touching the Word of Life is essential to the Christian faith. He emphasizes the importance of a personal relationship with Jesus as the foundation of fellowship with God and with one another (see also John 1:14 and 1 John 4:14).

1:5-7 - God is light, and in Him there is no darkness at all. God's holiness demands that we walk in the light, as opposed to sin. Fellowship with God is maintained through the cleansing from sin accomplished through the blood of Christ (see also John 8:12 and 1 John 2:1).

1:8-10 - Confession of sins is essential for purification. John highlights God's faithfulness in forgiving those who acknowledge their mistakes. This verse calls Christians to live in transparency and repentance (see also Proverbs 28:13 and 1 John 2:1).

1:9 - If we confess our sins, He is faithful and just to forgive us. This verse underscores God's character as one who forgives and cleanses, offering renewal and restoration to those who sincerely repent (see also Psalm 51:1-2 and Luke 15:7).

01:10 - Denial of sin is a lie. John challenges Christians to acknowledge their sinful nature and their constant need for dependence on divine grace (see also 1 John 2:1 and Romans 7:18).

Verses related to 1 John, 1:

1 John chapter 1 grounds communion with God and with each other. How to experience true communion? This profound text affirms the reality of Christ's incarnation and invites believers to walk in the light. John addresses topics such as confession of sins, divine forgiveness and purification in Christ. The chapter emphasizes the importance of authenticity in the Christian life and the transformative power of the gospel. Investigate with us five biblical passages that correlate with the essential principles of this eye-opening chapter.

John 1:1: "In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God." - This verse echoes the beginning of 1 John 1, emphasizing the eternity and divinity of Christ.

John 1:14: "The Word became flesh and dwelt among us. We saw his glory, the glory as of the Only Begotten of the Father, full of grace and truth." - It relates to 1 John 1:1-3, talking about the incarnation of Christ and the testimony of the apostles.

Acts 4:20: "Because we cannot stop talking about what we saw and heard." - Reflects the theme of 1 John 1:3 about apostolic witness.

Psalms 32:5: "Then I recognized my sin before you and did not cover up my sins. I said: I will confess my transgressions to the Lord, and you have forgiven the guilt of my sin." - It relates to 1 John 1:9 about confession and forgiveness of sins.

Proverbs 28:13: "Whoever hides his sins does not prosper, but whoever confesses and forsakes them finds mercy." - Complements 1 John 1:9, emphasizing the importance of confession.

FAQ:

What does "God is light" mean in 1 John 1:5?

God is light, meaning He is pure, without darkness, and His nature is completely holy and righteous. He calls us to live in the light, turning away from the darkness of sin. (1 John 1:5)

How should we deal with sin, according to 1 John 1:9?

We must confess our sins to God, and He is faithful and just to forgive us and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness. This reveals God's mercy. (1 John 1:9)

What is the importance of the blood of Jesus in 1 John 1:7?

The blood of Jesus cleanses believers from all sin, establishing the basis for forgiveness and reconciliation with God. (1 John 1:7)

Why did John write about what he heard and saw in 1 John 1:3?

John wrote to share his experience with Jesus, offering a genuine testimony so that believers could also have fellowship with God and with one another. (1 John 1:3)

What does it mean to walk in the light, as taught in 1 John 1:7?

Walking in the light means living according to God's principles, maintaining holiness, love, and truth, as God is light. (1 John 1:7)


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