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href="/bsb/1_john/5.htm" class="clickchap" style="color:#001320" title="Click any translation name for full chapter">  (Click for Chapter)</a></div><div id="par"><a href="/niv/1_john/5.htm">New International Version</a> We know that we are children of God, and that the whole world is under the control of the evil one. <a href="/nlt/1_john/5.htm">New Living Translation</a> We know that we are children of God and that the world around us is under the control of the evil one. <a href="/esv/1_john/5.htm">English Standard Version</a> We know that we are from God, and the whole world lies in the power of the evil one. <a href="/bsb/1_john/5.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a> We know that we are of God, and that the whole world is under the power of the evil one. <a href="/blb/1_john/5.htm">Berean Literal Bible</a> We know that we are of God, and the whole world lies in the evil one. <a href="/kjv/1_john/5.htm">King James Bible</a> And we know that we are of God, and the whole world lieth in wickedness. <a href="/nkjv/1_john/5.htm">New King James Version</a> We know that we are of God, and the whole world lies under the sway of the wicked one. <a href="/nasb_/1_john/5.htm">New American Standard Bible</a> We know that we are of God, and that the whole world lies in the power of the evil one. <a href="/nasb/1_john/5.htm">NASB 1995</a> We know that we are of God, and that the whole world lies in the power of the evil one. <a href="/nasb77/1_john/5.htm">NASB 1977 </a> We know that we are of God, and the whole world lies in the power of the evil one. <a href="/lsb/1_john/5.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a> We know that we are of God, and that the whole world lies in the power of the evil one. <a href="/amp/1_john/5.htm">Amplified Bible</a> We know [for a fact] that we are of God, and the whole world [around us] lies in the power of the evil one [opposing God and His precepts]. <a href="/csb/1_john/5.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a> We know that we are of God, and the whole world is under the sway of the evil one. <a href="/hcsb/1_john/5.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a> We know that we are of God, and the whole world is under the sway of the evil one. <a href="/asv/1_john/5.htm">American Standard Version</a> We know that we are of God, and the whole world lieth in the evil one. <a href="/cev/1_john/5.htm">Contemporary English Version</a> We are certain we come from God and the rest of the world is under the power of the devil. <a href="/erv/1_john/5.htm">English Revised Version</a> We know that we are of God, and the whole world lieth in the evil one. <a href="/gwt/1_john/5.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a> We know that we are from God, and that the whole world is under the control of the evil one. <a href="/gnt/1_john/5.htm">Good News Translation</a> We know that we belong to God even though the whole world is under the rule of the Evil One. <a href="/isv/1_john/5.htm">International Standard Version</a> We know that we are from God and that the whole world lies under the control of the evil one. <a href="/msb/1_john/5.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a> We know that we are of God, and that the whole world is under the power of the evil one. <a href="/net/1_john/5.htm">NET Bible</a> We know that we are from God, and the whole world lies in the power of the evil one. <a href="/nheb/1_john/5.htm">New Heart English Bible</a> We know that we are of God, and the whole world lies in the power of the evil one. <a href="/wbt/1_john/5.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a> And we know that we are of God, and the whole world lieth in wickedness. <a href="/wey/1_john/5.htm">Weymouth New Testament</a> We know that we are children of God, and that the whole world lies in the power of the Evil one. <a href="/web/1_john/5.htm">World English Bible</a> We know that we are of God, and the whole world lies in the power of the evil one. <div class="vheading2">Literal Translations</div><a href="/lsv/1_john/5.htm">Literal Standard Version</a> we have known that we are of God, and the whole world lies [under the power] of the evil [one]; <a href="/blb/1_john/5.htm">Berean Literal Bible</a> We know that we are of God, and the whole world lies in the evil one. <a href="/ylt/1_john/5.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a> we have known that of God we are, and the whole world in the evil doth lie; <a href="/slt/1_john/5.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a> We know that we are of God, and the whole world lies in evil.<div class="vheading2">Catholic Translations</div><a href="/drb/1_john/5.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a> We know that we are of God, and the whole world is seated in wickedness. <a href="/cpdv/1_john/5.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a> We know that we are of God, and that the entire world is established in wickedness. <a href="/nabre/1_john/5.htm">New American Bible</a> We know that we belong to God, and the whole world is under the power of the evil one. <a href="/nrsvce/1_john/5.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a> We know that we are God’s children, and that the whole world lies under the power of the evil one.<div class="vheading2">Translations from Aramaic</div><a href="/lamsa/1_john/5.htm">Lamsa Bible</a> And we know that we are of God, and the whole world lies in wickedness. <a href="/aramaic-plain-english/1_john/5.htm">Aramaic Bible in Plain English</a> We know that we are from God, and the whole world lies in The Evil One.<div class="vheading2">NT Translations</div><a href="/anderson/1_john/5.htm">Anderson New Testament</a> We know that we are of God, and the whole world lies under the wicked one. <a href="/godbey/1_john/5.htm">Godbey New Testament</a> We know that we are of God, and the whole world lies in the evil one. <a href="/haweis/1_john/5.htm">Haweis New Testament</a> We know that we are of God, and the whole world is under the power of that wicked one. <a href="/mace/1_john/5.htm">Mace New Testament</a> we know that we are the children of God, and the rest of the world are subject to the evil spirit. <a href="/wey/1_john/5.htm">Weymouth New Testament</a> We know that we are children of God, and that the whole world lies in the power of the Evil one. <a href="/worrell/1_john/5.htm">Worrell New Testament</a> We know that we are of God, and the whole world is lying in the evil one. <a href="/worsley/1_john/5.htm">Worsley New Testament</a> We know that we are of God, and the whole world lieth under the wicked one. <a href="/parallel/1_john/5-19.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/rlZ5ywDtQGE?start=1081" 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/1_john/5.htm">Concluding Remarks</a> …18We know that anyone born of God does not keep on sinning; the One who was born of God protects him, and the evil one cannot touch him. 19<a href="/greek/1492.htm" title="1492: oidamen (V-RIA-1P) -- To know, remember, appreciate. ">We know</a> <a href="/greek/3754.htm" title="3754: hoti (Conj) -- Neuter of hostis as conjunction; demonstrative, that; causative, because.">that</a> <a href="/greek/1510.htm" title="1510: esmen (V-PIA-1P) -- I am, exist. The first person singular present indicative; a prolonged form of a primary and defective verb; I exist.">we are</a> <a href="/greek/1537.htm" title="1537: ek (Prep) -- From out, out from among, from, suggesting from the interior outwards. A primary preposition denoting origin, from, out.">of</a> <a href="/greek/3588.htm" title="3588: tou (Art-GMS) -- The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the."></a> <a href="/greek/2316.htm" title="2316: Theou (N-GMS) -- A deity, especially the supreme Divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; by Hebraism, very.">God,</a> <a href="/greek/2532.htm" title="2532: kai (Conj) -- And, even, also, namely. ">and that</a> <a href="/greek/3588.htm" title="3588: ho (Art-NMS) -- The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the.">the</a> <a href="/greek/3650.htm" title="3650: holos (Adj-NMS) -- All, the whole, entire, complete. A primary word; whole or all, i.e. Complete, especially as noun or adverb.">whole</a> <a href="/greek/2889.htm" title="2889: kosmos (N-NMS) -- Probably from the base of komizo; orderly arrangement, i.e. Decoration; by implication, the world (morally).">world</a> <a href="/greek/2749.htm" title="2749: keitai (V-PIM/P-3S) -- To lie, recline, be placed, be laid, set, specially appointed, destined. Middle voice of a primary verb; to lie outstretched.">is under the power</a> <a href="/greek/1722.htm" title="1722: en (Prep) -- In, on, among. A primary preposition denoting position, and instrumentality, i.e. A relation of rest; in, at, on, by, etc.">of</a> <a href="/greek/3588.htm" title="3588: tō (Art-DMS) -- The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the.">the</a> <a href="/greek/4190.htm" title="4190: ponērō (Adj-DMS) -- Evil, bad, wicked, malicious, slothful. ">evil one.</a> 20And we know that the Son of God has come and has given us understanding, so that we may know Him who is true; and we are in Him who is true—in His Son Jesus Christ. He is the true God and eternal life.…<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="/john/17-15.htm">John 17:15</a> I am not asking that You take them out of the world, but that You keep them from the evil one. <a href="/ephesians/2-2.htm">Ephesians 2:2</a> in which you used to walk when you conformed to the ways of this world and of the ruler of the power of the air, the spirit who is now at work in the sons of disobedience. <a href="/2_corinthians/4-4.htm">2 Corinthians 4:4</a> The god of this age has blinded the minds of unbelievers, so they cannot see the light of the gospel of the glory of Christ, who is the image of God. <a href="/galatians/1-4.htm">Galatians 1:4</a> who gave Himself for our sins to rescue us from the present evil age, according to the will of our God and Father, <a href="/colossians/1-13.htm">Colossians 1:13</a> He has rescued us from the dominion of darkness and brought us into the kingdom of His beloved Son, <a href="/john/12-31.htm">John 12:31</a> Now judgment is upon this world; now the prince of this world will be cast out. <a href="/john/14-30.htm">John 14:30</a> I will not speak with you much longer, for the prince of this world is coming, and he has no claim on Me. <a href="/1_john/2-15.htm">1 John 2:15-17</a> Do not love the world or anything in the world. If anyone loves the world, the love of the Father is not in him. / For all that is in the world—the desires of the flesh, the desires of the eyes, and the pride of life—is not from the Father but from the world. / The world is passing away, along with its desires; but whoever does the will of God remains forever. <a href="/james/4-4.htm">James 4:4</a> You adulteresses! Do you not know that friendship with the world is hostility toward God? Therefore, whoever chooses to be a friend of the world renders himself an enemy of God. <a href="/romans/12-2.htm">Romans 12:2</a> Do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what is the good, pleasing, and perfect will of God. <a href="/2_timothy/3-12.htm">2 Timothy 3:12-13</a> Indeed, all who desire to live godly lives in Christ Jesus will be persecuted, / while evil men and imposters go from bad to worse, deceiving and being deceived. <a href="/matthew/13-38.htm">Matthew 13:38</a> The field is the world, and the good seed represents the sons of the kingdom. The weeds are the sons of the evil one, <a href="/revelation/12-9.htm">Revelation 12:9</a> And the great dragon was hurled down—that ancient serpent called the devil and Satan, the deceiver of the whole world. He was hurled to the earth, and his angels with him. <a href="/revelation/13-8.htm">Revelation 13:8</a> And all who dwell on the earth will worship the beast—all whose names have not been written from the foundation of the world in the Book of Life belonging to the Lamb who was slain. <a href="/1_peter/5-8.htm">1 Peter 5:8</a> Be sober-minded and alert. Your adversary the devil prowls around like a roaring lion, seeking someone to devour.</div> <a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div>And we know that we are of God, and the whole world lies in wickedness.we know.<a href="/1_john/5-10.htm">1 John 5:10,13,20</a> He that believeth on the Son of God hath the witness in himself: he that believeth not God hath made him a liar; because he believeth not the record that God gave of his Son… <a href="/1_john/3-14.htm">1 John 3:14,24</a> We know that we have passed from death unto life, because we love the brethren. He that loveth not his brother abideth in death… <a href="/1_john/4-4.htm">1 John 4:4-6</a> Ye are of God, little children, and have overcome them: because greater is he that is in you, than he that is in the world… and the.<a href="/1_john/4-4.htm">1 John 4:4,5</a> Ye are of God, little children, and have overcome them: because greater is he that is in you, than he that is in the world… <a href="/john/15-18.htm">John 15:18,19</a> If the world hate you, ye know that it hated me before it hated you… <a href="/romans/1-28.htm">Romans 1:28-32</a> And even as they did not like to retain God in their knowledge, God gave them over to a reprobate mind, to do those things which are not convenient; … in wickedness.<a href="/1_john/5-18.htm">1 John 5:18</a> We know that whosoever is born of God sinneth not; but he that is begotten of God keepeth himself, and that wicked one toucheth him not.<a href="/john/12-31.htm">John 12:31</a> Now is the judgment of this world: now shall the prince of this world be cast out.<a href="/john/14-30.htm">John 14:30</a> Hereafter I will not talk much with you: for the prince of this world cometh, and hath nothing in me.<div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/1_john/5-2.htm">Children</a> <a href="/2_peter/2-10.htm">Control</a> <a href="/1_john/5-18.htm">Evil</a> <a href="/1_timothy/4-2.htm">Lies</a> <a href="/1_john/5-4.htm">Power</a> <a href="/1_john/2-2.htm">Whole</a> <a href="/1_john/5-18.htm">Wicked</a> <a href="/1_peter/2-16.htm">Wickedness</a> <a href="/1_john/5-5.htm">World</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/1_john/5-21.htm">Children</a> <a href="/revelation/16-9.htm">Control</a> <a href="/2_john/1-11.htm">Evil</a> <a href="/revelation/21-16.htm">Lies</a> <a href="/jude/1-25.htm">Power</a> <a href="/jude/1-5.htm">Whole</a> <a href="/2_john/1-11.htm">Wicked</a> <a href="/genesis/6-5.htm">Wickedness</a> <a href="/2_john/1-7.htm">World</a><div class="vheading2">1 John 5</div>1. <a href="/1_john/5-1.htm">He who loves God loves his children, and keeps his commandments;</a> 3. <a href="/1_john/5-3.htm">which to the faithful are not grievous.</a> 9. <a href="/1_john/5-9.htm">Jesus is the Son of God;</a> 14. <a href="/1_john/5-14.htm">and able to hear our prayers.</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/1_john/5.htm">Study Bible</a></td><td width="1%" valign="top"><a href="/study/1_john/" title="Book Summary and Study">Book ◦</a> <a href="/study/chapters/1_john/5.htm" title="Chapter summary and Study">Chapter </a></tr></table></div>We know that we are of God This phrase emphasizes the assurance of believers' identity and relationship with God. The use of "we know" reflects a confident understanding, rooted in the teachings of Jesus and the apostles. This assurance is a recurring theme in John's writings, as seen in 1 <a href="/john/3.htm">John 3:1-2</a>, where believers are called "children of God." The phrase "of God" signifies belonging and origin, indicating that believers are born of God (<a href="/john/1-12.htm">John 1:12-13</a>) and are part of His family. This identity is not based on human effort but on divine grace and the transformative work of the Holy Spirit (<a href="/romans/8-16.htm">Romans 8:16</a>).and that the whole world is under the power of the evil one This part of the verse contrasts the state of believers with that of the world. The "whole world" refers to the system of human society that is in opposition to God, often characterized by sin and rebellion. The "evil one" is a reference to Satan, who is depicted in Scripture as the ruler of this world (<a href="/john/12-31.htm">John 12:31</a>, <a href="/2_corinthians/4-4.htm">2 Corinthians 4:4</a>). This phrase highlights the spiritual battle between the kingdom of God and the forces of darkness. It echoes the biblical narrative of the fall in <a href="/genesis/3.htm">Genesis 3</a>, where Satan's influence began to corrupt creation. Despite this, believers are called to live in the world but not be of it (<a href="/john/17-14.htm">John 17:14-16</a>), relying on God's power to overcome evil (<a href="/ephesians/6-10.htm">Ephesians 6:10-18</a>). The ultimate victory over the evil one is assured through Jesus Christ, who has already defeated him through His death and resurrection (<a href="/colossians/2-15.htm">Colossians 2:15</a>, <a href="/revelation/12-10.htm">Revelation 12:10-11</a>).<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <a href="/topical/j/john_the_apostle.htm">John the Apostle</a> The author of the epistle, one of Jesus' original twelve disciples, known for his close relationship with Christ and his emphasis on love and truth. 2. <a href="/topical/b/believers/children_of_god.htm">Believers/Children of God</a> Those who have accepted Jesus Christ as their Savior and are part of God's family. 3. <a href="/topical/t/the_world.htm">The World</a> Refers to the system of human society that is opposed to God and under the influence of sin. 4. <a href="/topical/t/the_evil_one.htm">The Evil One</a> A reference to Satan, who is depicted as having temporary control over the worldly systems and those who are not in Christ.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><a href="/topical/i/identity_in_christ.htm">Identity in Christ</a> Believers are assured of their identity as children of God. This identity is foundational and should influence every aspect of their lives. <a href="/topical/a/awareness_of_spiritual_warfare.htm">Awareness of Spiritual Warfare</a> Christians must recognize the reality of spiritual warfare and the influence of the evil one over the world. This awareness should lead to vigilance and reliance on God's strength. <a href="/topical/s/separation_from_worldly_values.htm">Separation from Worldly Values</a> While living in the world, believers are called to be distinct from its values and systems. This involves making choices that reflect God's kingdom rather than worldly desires. <a href="/topical/c/confidence_in_god's_sovereignty.htm">Confidence in God's Sovereignty</a> Despite the evil one's temporary power, believers can have confidence in God's ultimate sovereignty and victory over evil. <a href="/topical/l/living_as_light_in_darkness.htm">Living as Light in Darkness</a> Christians are called to be light in a dark world, demonstrating God's love and truth through their actions and words.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_1_john_5.htm">Top 10 Lessons from 1 John 5</a> <a href="/q/how_does_satan's_claim_fit_god's_rule.htm">If the devil claimed authority over “all the kingdoms” (Matthew 4:8–9), how does that align with God’s sovereignty? </a> <a href="/q/what's_the_satanic_temple's_mission.htm">What is The Satanic Temple's purpose and mission?</a> <a href="/q/can_an_omnipotent_being_limit_itself.htm">What are the unfruitful works of darkness?</a> <a href="/q/evidence_for_'prince_of_the_air'.htm">In Ephesians 2:2, what evidence supports the existence of a “prince of the power of the air”? </a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/1_john/5.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div>Verse 19. - Omit the "and" before "we know." There is no καί or δέ in the true text; and the asyndeton is impressive. The whole world lieth in the evil one. This is the second great fact of which Christians have certainty. They, as children of God, and preserved from the evil one by his Son, have nothing to do with the world, which still lies in the power of the evil one. That "the evil" τῷ πονηρῷ is here not neuter but masculine is evident from the context, as well as from <a href="/1_john/2-13.htm">1 John 2:13, 14</a>; <a href="/1_john/4-4.htm">1 John 4:4</a>. "By saying that it lieth in the evil one (in maligno) he represents it as being under the dominion of Satan. There is, therefore, no reason why we should hesitate to shun the world, which contemns God and delivers up itself into the bondage of Satan; nor is there any reason why we should fear its enmity, because it is alienated from God" (Calvin). <a href="/commentaries/1_john/5-19.htm">Parallel Commentaries ...</a> <a name="lexicon" id="lexicon"></a><div class="vheading">Greek</div>We know οἴδαμεν (oidamen) Verb - Perfect Indicative Active - 1st Person Plural <a href="/greek/strongs_1492.htm">Strong's 1492: </a> To know, remember, appreciate. that ὅτι (hoti) Conjunction <a href="/greek/strongs_3754.htm">Strong's 3754: </a> Neuter of hostis as conjunction; demonstrative, that; causative, because. we are ἐσμεν (esmen) Verb - Present Indicative Active - 1st Person Plural <a href="/greek/strongs_1510.htm">Strong's 1510: </a> I am, exist. The first person singular present indicative; a prolonged form of a primary and defective verb; I exist. of ἐκ (ek) Preposition <a href="/greek/strongs_1537.htm">Strong's 1537: </a> From out, out from among, from, suggesting from the interior outwards. A primary preposition denoting origin, from, out. God, Θεοῦ (Theou) Noun - Genitive Masculine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_2316.htm">Strong's 2316: </a> A deity, especially the supreme Divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; by Hebraism, very. and [that] καὶ (kai) Conjunction <a href="/greek/strongs_2532.htm">Strong's 2532: </a> And, even, also, namely. the ὁ (ho) Article - Nominative Masculine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_3588.htm">Strong's 3588: </a> The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the. whole ὅλος (holos) Adjective - Nominative Masculine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_3650.htm">Strong's 3650: </a> All, the whole, entire, complete. A primary word; 'whole' or 'all', i.e. Complete, especially as noun or adverb. world κόσμος (kosmos) Noun - Nominative Masculine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_2889.htm">Strong's 2889: </a> Probably from the base of komizo; orderly arrangement, i.e. Decoration; by implication, the world (morally). is under the power κεῖται (keitai) Verb - Present Indicative Middle or Passive - 3rd Person Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_2749.htm">Strong's 2749: </a> To lie, recline, be placed, be laid, set, specially appointed, destined. Middle voice of a primary verb; to lie outstretched. of ἐν (en) Preposition <a href="/greek/strongs_1722.htm">Strong's 1722: </a> In, on, among. A primary preposition denoting position, and instrumentality, i.e. A relation of rest; 'in, ' at, on, by, etc. the τῷ (tō) Article - Dative Masculine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_3588.htm">Strong's 3588: </a> The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the. evil [one]. πονηρῷ (ponērō) Adjective - Dative Masculine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_4190.htm">Strong's 4190: </a> Evil, bad, wicked, malicious, slothful. <div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/1_john/5-19.htm">1 John 5:19 NIV</a> <a href="/nlt/1_john/5-19.htm">1 John 5:19 NLT</a> <a href="/esv/1_john/5-19.htm">1 John 5:19 ESV</a> <a href="/nasb/1_john/5-19.htm">1 John 5:19 NASB</a> <a href="/kjv/1_john/5-19.htm">1 John 5:19 KJV</a> <a href="//bibleapps.com/1_john/5-19.htm">1 John 5:19 BibleApps.com</a> <a href="//bibliaparalela.com/1_john/5-19.htm">1 John 5:19 Biblia Paralela</a> <a href="//holybible.com.cn/1_john/5-19.htm">1 John 5:19 Chinese Bible</a> <a href="//saintebible.com/1_john/5-19.htm">1 John 5:19 French Bible</a> <a href="/catholic/1_john/5-19.htm">1 John 5:19 Catholic Bible</a> <a href="/1_john/5-19.htm">NT Letters: 1 John 5:19 We know that we are of God (1J iJ 1Jn i jn 1 jo) </a></div></div></td></tr></table></div><div id="left"><a href="/1_john/5-18.htm" onmouseover='lft.src="/leftgif.png"' onmouseout='lft.src="/left.png"' title="1 John 5:18"><img src="/left.png" name="lft" border="0" alt="1 John 5:18" /></a></div><div id="right"><a href="/1_john/5-20.htm" onmouseover='rght.src="/rightgif.png"' onmouseout='rght.src="/right.png"' title="1 John 5:20"><img src="/right.png" name="rght" border="0" alt="1 John 5:20" /></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>