1 John 3:13

Translations

Modern

So do not be surprised, brothers, if the world hates you.

Traditional

Marvel not, my brethren, if the world hate you.

Literal

And do not marvel, brothers, if the world hates you.

Latin

Nolite mirari, fratres, si odit vos mundus.

Original

Greek

English

So do not be surprised, brothers, if the world hates you.

Notes

1 John 3:12–13

Cain, who belonged to the evil one: Cain was jealous that Abel received approval from God. This jealousy led to murder (Genesis 4:8). God judges hatred, just like the outward act that results from it (see Matthew 5:21–22).

1 John 3:11–22

John now emphasizes that Christians need to love one another (see John 13:34).

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