1 John 2:3
King James Version
28 Jul 2026
“And hereby we do know that we know him, if we keep his commandments.”
γινώσκω
To know, to understand, to perceive. Ginosko. This is eternal life that they may know You. The deepest knowing is relational not informational. God wants to be known.
ἐάν
if
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ἐάν
a conditional particle; in case that, provided, etc.; often used in connection with other particles to denote indefiniteness or uncertainty
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ἐντολή
commandments
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ἐντολή
Commandment, order, directive. Entole. A new commandment I give you that you love one another. The commandment to love is not optional. It is the defining mark of discipleship.
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τηρέω
we shall keep.
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τηρέω
To keep, to guard, to observe. Tereo. Keep yourselves in the love of God. Staying in God's love requires active keeping. Do not drift. Make choices that keep you close.
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