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class="clickchap" style="color:#001320" title="Click any translation name for full chapter">  (Click for Chapter)</a></div><div id="par"><a href="/niv/3_john/1.htm">New International Version</a> Dear friend, I pray that you may enjoy good health and that all may go well with you, even as your soul is getting along well. <a href="/nlt/3_john/1.htm">New Living Translation</a> Dear friend, I hope all is well with you and that you are as healthy in body as you are strong in spirit. <a href="/esv/3_john/1.htm">English Standard Version</a> 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. <a href="/bsb/3_john/1.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a> Beloved, I pray that in every way you may prosper and enjoy good health, as your soul also prospers. <a href="/blb/3_john/1.htm">Berean Literal Bible</a> Beloved, I pray you to prosper concerning all things and to be in good health, just as your soul prospers. <a href="/kjv/3_john/1.htm">King James Bible</a> Beloved, I wish above all things that thou mayest prosper and be in health, even as thy soul prospereth. <a href="/nkjv/3_john/1.htm">New King James Version</a> Beloved, I pray that you may prosper in all things and be in health, just as your soul prospers. <a href="/nasb_/3_john/1.htm">New American Standard Bible</a> Beloved, I pray that in all respects you may prosper and be in good health, just as your soul prospers. <a href="/nasb/3_john/1.htm">NASB 1995</a> Beloved, I pray that in all respects you may prosper and be in good health, just as your soul prospers. <a href="/nasb77/3_john/1.htm">NASB 1977 </a> Beloved, I pray that in all respects you may prosper and be in good health, just as your soul prospers. <a href="/lsb/3_john/1.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a> Beloved, I pray that in all respects you may prosper and be in good health, just as your soul prospers. <a href="/amp/3_john/1.htm">Amplified Bible</a> Beloved, I pray that in every way you may succeed and prosper and be in good health [physically], just as [I know] your soul prospers [spiritually]. <a href="/csb/3_john/1.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a> Dear friend, I pray that you are prospering in every way and are in good health, just as your whole life is going well. <a href="/hcsb/3_john/1.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a> Dear friend, I pray that you may prosper in every way and be in good health physically just as you are spiritually. <a href="/asv/3_john/1.htm">American Standard Version</a> Beloved, I pray that in all things thou mayest prosper and be in health, even as thy soul prospereth. <a href="/cev/3_john/1.htm">Contemporary English Version</a> dear friend, and I pray all goes well for you. I hope you are as strong in body, as I know you are in spirit. <a href="/erv/3_john/1.htm">English Revised Version</a> Beloved, I pray that in all things thou mayest prosper and be in health, even as thy soul prospereth. <a href="/gwt/3_john/1.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a> Dear friend, I know that you are spiritually well. I pray that you're doing well in every other way and that you're healthy. <a href="/gnt/3_john/1.htm">Good News Translation</a> My dear friend, I pray that everything may go well with you and that you may be in good health--as I know you are well in spirit. <a href="/isv/3_john/1.htm">International Standard Version</a> Dear friend, I pray that you are doing well in every way and that you are healthy, just as your soul is healthy. <a href="/msb/3_john/1.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a> Beloved, I pray that in every way you may prosper and enjoy good health, as your soul also prospers. <a href="/net/3_john/1.htm">NET Bible</a> Dear friend, I pray that all may go well with you and that you may be in good health, just as it is well with your soul. <a href="/nheb/3_john/1.htm">New Heart English Bible</a> Beloved, I pray that you may prosper in all things and be in good health, even as your soul prospers. <a href="/wbt/3_john/1.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a> Beloved, I wish above all things that thou mayest prosper and be in health, even as thy soul prospereth. <a href="/wey/3_john/1.htm">Weymouth New Testament</a> My dear friend, I pray that you may in all respects prosper and enjoy good health, just as your soul already prospers. <a href="/web/3_john/1.htm">World English Bible</a> Beloved, I pray that you may prosper in all things and be healthy, even as your soul prospers. <div class="vheading2">Literal Translations</div><a href="/lsv/3_john/1.htm">Literal Standard Version</a> Beloved, I desire you to prosper concerning all things, and to be in health, even as your soul prospers, <a href="/blb/3_john/1.htm">Berean Literal Bible</a> Beloved, I pray you to prosper concerning all things and to be in good health, just as your soul prospers. <a href="/ylt/3_john/1.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a> beloved, concerning all things I desire thee to prosper, and to be in health, even as thy soul doth prosper, <a href="/slt/3_john/1.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a> Dearly beloved, I pray above all things that thou succeed and be in good health, as thy soul succeeds.<div class="vheading2">Catholic Translations</div><a href="/drb/3_john/1.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a> Dearly beloved, concerning all things I make it my prayer that thou mayest proceed prosperously, and fare well as thy soul doth prosperously. <a href="/cpdv/3_john/1.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a> Most beloved, concerning everything, I make it my prayer that you may benefit by advancing and succeeding in whatever may be to the benefit of your soul. <a href="/nabre/3_john/1.htm">New American Bible</a> Beloved, I hope you are prospering in every respect and are in good health, just as your soul is prospering. <a href="/nrsvce/3_john/1.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a> Beloved, I pray that all may go well with you and that you may be in good health, just as it is well with your soul.<div class="vheading2">Translations from Aramaic</div><a href="/lamsa/3_john/1.htm">Lamsa Bible</a> Our beloved, I pray above all things, that you may prosper and be in good health, even as your soul prospers. <a href="/aramaic-plain-english/3_john/1.htm">Aramaic Bible in Plain English</a> Our beloved, I pray for you that you will prosper in all things and be well, just as your soul prospers.<div class="vheading2">NT Translations</div><a href="/anderson/3_john/1.htm">Anderson New Testament</a> Beloved, I pray above all things that you may prosper and be in health, even as your soul prospers. <a href="/godbey/3_john/1.htm">Godbey New Testament</a> Beloved, I pray that you may prosper concerning all things and be well, as your soul prospers. <a href="/haweis/3_john/1.htm">Haweis New Testament</a> Beloved, above all things I pray that thou mayest prosper, and be in sound health of body, even as thy soul prospereth.<CM> <a href="/mace/3_john/1.htm">Mace New Testament</a> I wish, my beloved, you may be as prosperous with regard to your health and other circumstances, as in what concerns your soul. <a href="/wey/3_john/1.htm">Weymouth New Testament</a> My dear friend, I pray that you may in all respects prosper and enjoy good health, just as your soul already prospers. <a href="/worrell/3_john/1.htm">Worrell New Testament</a> Beloved, I pray that, in all things, you may be prosperous, and be in health, even as your soul prospers. <a href="/worsley/3_john/1.htm">Worsley New Testament</a> Beloved, I earnestly pray, that thou mayst prosper and be in health, as thy soul prospereth. <a href="/parallel/3_john/1-2.htm">Additional Translations ...</a></div></div></div><div id="centbox"><div class="padcent"><a name="audio" id="audio"></a><div class="vheadingv">Audio Bible</div><iframe width="100%" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/9HTsCnSVEbc?start=6" title="YouTube video player" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen></iframe> <div class="vheadingv">Context</div><a href="/bsb/3_john/1.htm">Greeting to Gaius from the Elder</a> 1The elder, To the beloved Gaius, whom I love in the truth: 2<a href="/greek/27.htm" title="27: Agapēte (Adj-VMS) -- From agapao; beloved.">Beloved,</a> <a href="/greek/2172.htm" title="2172: euchomai (V-PIM/P-1S) -- To pray, wish. Middle voice of a primary verb; to wish; by implication, to pray to God.">I pray that</a> <a href="/greek/4012.htm" title="4012: peri (Prep) -- From the base of peran; properly, through, i.e. Around; figuratively with respect to; used in various applications, of place, cause or time.">in</a> <a href="/greek/3956.htm" title="3956: pantōn (Adj-GNP) -- All, the whole, every kind of. Including all the forms of declension; apparently a primary word; all, any, every, the whole.">every way</a> <a href="/greek/4771.htm" title="4771: se (PPro-A2S) -- You. The person pronoun of the second person singular; thou.">you</a> <a href="/greek/2137.htm" title="2137: euodousthai (V-PNM/P) -- From a compound of eu and hodos; to help on the road, i.e. succeed in reaching; figuratively, to succeed in business affairs.">may prosper</a> <a href="/greek/2532.htm" title="2532: kai (Conj) -- And, even, also, namely. ">and</a> <a href="/greek/5198.htm" title="5198: hygiainein (V-PNA) -- From hugies; to have sound health, i.e. Be well; figuratively, to be uncorrupt.">enjoy good health,</a> <a href="/greek/2531.htm" title="2531: kathōs (Adv) -- According to the manner in which, in the degree that, just as, as. From kata and hos; just as, that.">as</a> <a href="/greek/4771.htm" title="4771: sou (PPro-G2S) -- You. The person pronoun of the second person singular; thou.">your</a> <a href="/greek/3588.htm" title="3588: hē (Art-NFS) -- The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the."></a> <a href="/greek/5590.htm" title="5590: psychē (N-NFS) -- From psucho; breath, i.e. spirit, abstractly or concretely.">soul also</a> <a href="/greek/2137.htm" title="2137: euodoutai (V-PIM/P-3S) -- From a compound of eu and hodos; to help on the road, i.e. succeed in reaching; figuratively, to succeed in business affairs.">prospers.</a> 3For I was overjoyed when the brothers came and testified about your devotion to the truth, in which you continue to walk.…<div class="cred"><a href="//berean.bible">Berean Standard Bible</a> · <a href="//berean.bible/downloads.htm">Download</a></div> <a name="crossref" id="crossref"></a><div class="vheading">Cross References</div><div id="crf"><a href="/philippians/4-19.htm">Philippians 4:19</a> And my God will supply all your needs according to His glorious riches in Christ Jesus. <a href="/matthew/6-33.htm">Matthew 6:33</a> But seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things will be added unto you. <a href="/psalms/1-3.htm">Psalm 1:3</a> He is like a tree planted by streams of water, yielding its fruit in season, whose leaf does not wither, and who prospers in all he does. <a href="/proverbs/3-5.htm">Proverbs 3:5-6</a> Trust in the LORD with all your heart, and lean not on your own understanding; / in all your ways acknowledge Him, and He will make your paths straight. <a href="/jeremiah/29-11.htm">Jeremiah 29:11</a> For I know the plans I have for you, declares the LORD, plans to prosper you and not to harm you, to give you a future and a hope. <a href="/romans/8-28.htm">Romans 8:28</a> And we know that God works all things together for the good of those who love Him, who are called according to His purpose. <a href="/2_corinthians/9-8.htm">2 Corinthians 9:8</a> And God is able to make all grace abound to you, so that in all things, at all times, having all that you need, you will abound in every good work. <a href="/james/5-15.htm">James 5:15</a> And the prayer offered in faith will restore the one who is sick. The Lord will raise him up. If he has sinned, he will be forgiven. <a href="/isaiah/58-11.htm">Isaiah 58:11</a> The LORD will always guide you; He will satisfy you in a sun-scorched land and strengthen your frame. You will be like a well-watered garden, like a spring whose waters never fail. <a href="/psalms/23-1.htm">Psalm 23:1-3</a> A Psalm of David. The LORD is my shepherd; I shall not want. / He makes me lie down in green pastures; He leads me beside quiet waters. / He restores my soul; He guides me in the paths of righteousness for the sake of His name. <a href="/1_peter/5-7.htm">1 Peter 5:7</a> Cast all your anxiety on Him, because He cares for you. <a href="/john/10-10.htm">John 10:10</a> The thief comes only to steal and kill and destroy. I have come that they may have life, and have it in all its fullness. <a href="/psalms/37-4.htm">Psalm 37:4</a> Delight yourself in the LORD, and He will give you the desires of your heart. <a href="/1_thessalonians/5-23.htm">1 Thessalonians 5:23</a> Now may the God of peace Himself sanctify you completely, and may your entire spirit, soul, and body be kept blameless at the coming of our Lord Jesus Christ. <a href="/ephesians/3-20.htm">Ephesians 3:20</a> Now to Him who is able to do immeasurably more than all we ask or imagine, according to His power that is at work within us,</div> <a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div>Beloved, I wish above all things that you may prosper and be in health, even as your soul prospers.wish.<a href="/james/5-12.htm">James 5:12</a> But above all things, my brethren, swear not, neither by heaven, neither by the earth, neither by any other oath: but let your yea be yea; and your nay, nay; lest ye fall into condemnation.<a href="/1_peter/4-8.htm">1 Peter 4:8</a> And above all things have fervent charity among yourselves: for charity shall cover the multitude of sins.that.<a href="/psalms/20-1.htm">Psalm 20:1-5</a> To the chief Musician, A Psalm of David. The LORD hear thee in the day of trouble; the name of the God of Jacob defend thee; … <a href="/philippians/2-4.htm">Philippians 2:4,27</a> Look not every man on his own things, but every man also on the things of others… even.<a href="/3_john/1-3.htm">3 John 1:3-6</a> For I rejoiced greatly, when the brethren came and testified of the truth that is in thee, even as thou walkest in the truth… <a href="/colossians/1-4.htm">Colossians 1:4-6</a> Since we heard of your faith in Christ Jesus, and of the love which ye have to all the saints, … <a href="/1_thessalonians/1-3.htm">1 Thessalonians 1:3-10</a> Remembering without ceasing your work of faith, and labour of love, and patience of hope in our Lord Jesus Christ, in the sight of God and our Father; … <div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/1_john/5-13.htm">Already</a> <a href="/3_john/1-1.htm">Beloved</a> <a href="/2_peter/1-14.htm">Body</a> <a href="/3_john/1-1.htm">Dear</a> <a href="/1_john/2-17.htm">Desire</a> <a href="/hebrews/11-25.htm">Enjoy</a> <a href="/3_john/1-1.htm">Friend</a> <a href="/james/3-6.htm">Getting</a> <a href="/2_john/1-8.htm">Good</a> <a href="/james/5-15.htm">Health</a> <a href="/titus/2-8.htm">Healthy</a> <a href="/1_john/4-11.htm">Loved</a> <a href="/philemon/1-15.htm">Mayest</a> <a href="/1_peter/4-7.htm">Prayer</a> <a href="/1_corinthians/16-2.htm">Prosper</a> <a href="/isaiah/54-17.htm">Prospereth</a> <a href="/jeremiah/29-7.htm">Prospers</a> <a href="/hebrews/2-17.htm">Respects</a> <a href="/2_peter/2-8.htm">Soul</a> <a href="/2_john/1-10.htm">Wish</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/jude/1-5.htm">Already</a> <a href="/3_john/1-5.htm">Beloved</a> <a href="/jude/1-8.htm">Body</a> <a href="/3_john/1-5.htm">Dear</a> <a href="/3_john/1-9.htm">Desire</a> <a href="/genesis/45-18.htm">Enjoy</a> <a href="/3_john/1-5.htm">Friend</a> <a href="/genesis/8-22.htm">Getting</a> <a href="/3_john/1-5.htm">Good</a> <a href="/genesis/43-28.htm">Health</a> <a href="/genesis/41-5.htm">Healthy</a> <a href="/3_john/1-11.htm">Loved</a> <a href="/3_john/1-5.htm">Mayest</a> <a href="/genesis/17-20.htm">Prayer</a> <a href="/genesis/24-12.htm">Prosper</a> <a href="/judges/14-6.htm">Prospereth</a> <a href="/leviticus/25-26.htm">Prospers</a> <a href="/proverbs/13-13.htm">Respects</a> <a href="/revelation/16-3.htm">Soul</a> <a href="/3_john/1-13.htm">Wish</a><div class="vheading2">3 John 1</div>1. <a href="/3_john/1-1.htm">He commends Gaius for his piety,</a> 5. <a href="/3_john/1-5.htm">and hospitality,</a> 7. <a href="/3_john/1-7.htm">to true preachers;</a> 9. <a href="/3_john/1-9.htm">complaining of the unkind dealing of ambitious Diotrephes on the contrary side;</a> 11. <a href="/3_john/1-11.htm">whose evil example is not to be followed;</a> 12. <a href="/3_john/1-12.htm">and gives special testimony to the good report of Demetrius.</a> </div></div><div id="mdd"><div align="center"><div class="bot2"><table align="center" width="100%"><tr><td><div align="center"> <script id="3d27ed63fc4348d5b062c4527ae09445"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=51ce25d5-1a8c-424a-8695-4bd48c750f35&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; </script> <script id="b817b7107f1d4a7997da1b3c33457e03"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=cb0edd8b-b416-47eb-8c6d-3cc96561f7e8&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; </script>  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-2'> </div>  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-0' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div>  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-3'> </div>  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-1' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div>  <div align="center" id='div-gpt-ad-1531425649696-0'> </div> <ins class="adsbygoogle" style="display:inline-block;width:200px;height:200px" data-ad-client="ca-pub-3753401421161123" data-ad-slot="3592799687"></ins> <script> (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); </script> </div> </td></tr></table></div></div></div><div id="combox"><div class="padcom"><a name="study" id="study"></a><div class="vheading"><table width="100%"><tr><td width="99%" valign="top"><a href="/study/3_john/1.htm">Study Bible</a></td><td width="1%" valign="top"><a href="/study/3_john/" title="Book Summary and Study">Book ◦</a> <a href="/study/chapters/3_john/1.htm" title="Chapter summary and Study">Chapter </a></tr></table></div>Beloved The term "beloved" is a common expression of affection and esteem in the New Testament, often used by the Apostle John. It reflects the close, familial relationship among early Christians. This term is used to address Gaius, the recipient of the letter, indicating a deep personal bond and mutual respect. The use of "beloved" underscores the importance of love and unity within the Christian community, as emphasized in other scriptures such as 1 <a href="/john/4-7.htm">John 4:7-8</a>, where love is described as originating from God.I pray that in every way you may prosper The phrase "in every way" suggests a holistic view of prosperity, encompassing not just material wealth but also spiritual, emotional, and relational well-being. The concept of prosperity in the Bible often includes God's blessings and favor, as seen in <a href="/deuteronomy/28.htm">Deuteronomy 28:1-14</a>, where obedience to God leads to comprehensive blessings. The prayer for prosperity reflects a desire for Gaius to experience God's abundance in all aspects of life, aligning with the biblical principle that God cares for the whole person.and enjoy good health Health is a significant concern in biblical times, as it is today. The wish for good health indicates an understanding of the physical needs of believers and the importance of physical well-being in serving God effectively. In the ancient world, health was often precarious, and good health was seen as a blessing from God. This aligns with the biblical view that the body is a temple of the Holy Spirit (<a href="/1_corinthians/6-19.htm">1 Corinthians 6:19-20</a>), and maintaining health is part of honoring God.as your soul also prospers The prosperity of the soul is a central theme in Christian theology, emphasizing spiritual growth and maturity. The soul's prosperity is linked to a deepening relationship with God, characterized by faith, obedience, and the fruit of the Spirit (<a href="/galatians/5-22.htm">Galatians 5:22-23</a>). This phrase suggests that Gaius's spiritual life is thriving, serving as a model for his physical and material prosperity. The connection between spiritual and physical well-being reflects the holistic nature of biblical teaching, where the inner life influences outward circumstances.<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <a href="/topical/j/john_the_apostle.htm">John the Apostle</a> The author of the letter, traditionally identified as John the Apostle, one of Jesus' original twelve disciples. He is writing to a beloved friend, Gaius. 2. <a href="/topical/g/gaius.htm">Gaius</a> The recipient of the letter, a faithful Christian who is commended for his hospitality and support of fellow believers. 3. <a href="/topical/t/the_early_church.htm">The Early Church</a> The context of the letter is the early Christian community, where hospitality and support for traveling teachers and missionaries were crucial.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><a href="/topical/h/holistic_well-being.htm">Holistic Well-being</a> The verse emphasizes the importance of holistic well-being, including physical health, prosperity, and spiritual health. As Christians, we should seek balance in these areas, understanding that our spiritual health can influence other aspects of our lives. <a href="/topical/p/prayer_for_others.htm">Prayer for Others</a> John's prayer for Gaius serves as a model for us to pray for the comprehensive well-being of others. We should regularly intercede for our friends and family, asking God to bless them in all areas of life. <a href="/topical/p/prosperity_in_context.htm">Prosperity in Context</a> The Greek word for "prosper" (euodo?) implies success in reaching a goal or journey. This suggests that true prosperity is aligned with God's purposes and plans for our lives, not merely material wealth. <a href="/topical/s/spiritual_health_as_a_priority.htm">Spiritual Health as a Priority</a> The phrase "just as your soul prospers" indicates that spiritual health is foundational. 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(2) Beloved.--St. John's affection is founded on the high merits of Caius as a Christian.Above all things.--This may mean "in all things."Be in health.--An ascetic would be surprised that one of the greatest of the Apostles should be so earnest on such a point. But the better a man's health, the more thoroughly he can do the work of God. Sickness may be allowed to chasten the erring or rebellious heart, but a Christian whose faith is firm and character established, can ill afford to despise the inestimable blessing of a sound body. Functional and organic disorder or enervation proportionately lessen the capacity for thought, resolution, and activity.Even as thy soul prospereth.--The word "prospereth" is literally makes good way, and so links on to the idea of walking, in <a href="/context/3_john/1-3.htm" title="For I rejoiced greatly, when the brothers came and testified of the truth that is in you, even as you walk in the truth.">3John 1:3-4</a>. The health of the soul came first in the Apostle's mind: when there is that, he can wish for bodily health to support it.(2 b.) (3) I rejoiced greatly.--Compare <a href="/2_john/1-4.htm" title="I rejoiced greatly that I found of your children walking in truth, as we have received a commandment from the Father.">2John 1:4</a>. "For" introduces the reason of the high praise in <a href="/3_john/1-2.htm" title="Beloved, I wish above all things that you may prosper and be in health, even as your soul prospers.">3John 1:2</a>.The truth that is in thee.--The inward presence of Christ, manifested by the Christian life and consistency of Caius. . . . <div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/3_john/1.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div>Ver. 2. - Beloved, I pray that in all respects (not "above all things" - St. John would surely never have said that) thou mayest prosper and be in health, even as thy soul prospereth. The apostle wishes that his earthly career may be as bright as his spiritual career is; may he have a sound body for his sound mind, and may his fortunes be sound also. The Greek for "prosper" εὐοδοῦσθαι means exactly to "have a good career." <a href="/commentaries/3_john/1-2.htm">Parallel Commentaries ...</a> <a name="lexicon" id="lexicon"></a><div class="vheading">Greek</div>Beloved, Ἀγαπητέ (Agapēte) Adjective - Vocative Masculine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_27.htm">Strong's 27: </a> From agapao; beloved. I pray that εὔχομαί (euchomai) Verb - Present Indicative Middle or Passive - 1st Person Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_2172.htm">Strong's 2172: </a> To pray, wish. Middle voice of a primary verb; to wish; by implication, to pray to God. in περὶ (peri) Preposition <a href="/greek/strongs_4012.htm">Strong's 4012: </a> From the base of peran; properly, through, i.e. Around; figuratively with respect to; used in various applications, of place, cause or time. every way πάντων (pantōn) Adjective - Genitive Neuter Plural <a href="/greek/strongs_3956.htm">Strong's 3956: </a> All, the whole, every kind of. Including all the forms of declension; apparently a primary word; all, any, every, the whole. you σε (se) Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Accusative 2nd Person Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_4771.htm">Strong's 4771: </a> You. The person pronoun of the second person singular; thou. may prosper εὐοδοῦσθαι (euodousthai) Verb - Present Infinitive Middle or Passive <a href="/greek/strongs_2137.htm">Strong's 2137: </a> From a compound of eu and hodos; to help on the road, i.e. succeed in reaching; figuratively, to succeed in business affairs. and καὶ (kai) Conjunction <a href="/greek/strongs_2532.htm">Strong's 2532: </a> And, even, also, namely. enjoy good health, ὑγιαίνειν (hygiainein) Verb - Present Infinitive Active <a href="/greek/strongs_5198.htm">Strong's 5198: </a> From hugies; to have sound health, i.e. Be well; figuratively, to be uncorrupt. as καθὼς (kathōs) Adverb <a href="/greek/strongs_2531.htm">Strong's 2531: </a> According to the manner in which, in the degree that, just as, as. From kata and hos; just as, that. your σου (sou) Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Genitive 2nd Person Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_4771.htm">Strong's 4771: </a> You. The person pronoun of the second person singular; thou. soul {also} ψυχή (psychē) Noun - Nominative Feminine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_5590.htm">Strong's 5590: </a> From psucho; breath, i.e. spirit, abstractly or concretely. prospers. εὐοδοῦταί (euodoutai) Verb - Present Indicative Middle or Passive - 3rd Person Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_2137.htm">Strong's 2137: </a> From a compound of eu and hodos; to help on the road, i.e. succeed in reaching; figuratively, to succeed in business affairs. <div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/3_john/1-2.htm">3 John 1:2 NIV</a> <a href="/nlt/3_john/1-2.htm">3 John 1:2 NLT</a> <a href="/esv/3_john/1-2.htm">3 John 1:2 ESV</a> <a href="/nasb/3_john/1-2.htm">3 John 1:2 NASB</a> <a href="/kjv/3_john/1-2.htm">3 John 1:2 KJV</a> <a href="//bibleapps.com/3_john/1-2.htm">3 John 1:2 BibleApps.com</a> <a href="//bibliaparalela.com/3_john/1-2.htm">3 John 1:2 Biblia Paralela</a> <a href="//holybible.com.cn/3_john/1-2.htm">3 John 1:2 Chinese Bible</a> <a href="//saintebible.com/3_john/1-2.htm">3 John 1:2 French Bible</a> <a href="/catholic/3_john/1-2.htm">3 John 1:2 Catholic Bible</a> <a href="/3_john/1-2.htm">NT Letters: 3 John 1:2 Beloved I pray that you may prosper (3J iiiJ 3Jn iii jn 3 jo) </a></div></div></td></tr></table></div><div id="left"><a href="/3_john/1-1.htm" onmouseover='lft.src="/leftgif.png"' onmouseout='lft.src="/left.png"' title="3 John 1:1"><img src="/left.png" name="lft" border="0" alt="3 John 1:1" /></a></div><div id="right"><a href="/3_john/1-3.htm" onmouseover='rght.src="/rightgif.png"' onmouseout='rght.src="/right.png"' title="3 John 1:3"><img src="/right.png" name="rght" border="0" alt="3 John 1:3" /></a></div><div id="botleft"><a href="#" onmouseover='botleft.src="/botleftgif.png"' onmouseout='botleft.src="/botleft.png"' title="Top of Page"><img src="/botleft.png" name="botleft" border="0" alt="Top of Page" /></a></div><div id="botright"><a href="#" onmouseover='botright.src="/botrightgif.png"' onmouseout='botright.src="/botright.png"' title="Top of Page"><img src="/botright.png" name="botright" border="0" alt="Top of Page" /></a></div><div id="bot"><iframe width="100%" height="1500" scrolling="no" src="/botmenubhnew2.htm" frameborder="0"></iframe></div></td></tr></table></div></body></html>