3 John 1:2

Translations

Modern

Beloved, I pray that in every way you may prosper and enjoy good health, as your soul also prospers.

Traditional

Beloved, I wish above all things that thou mayest prosper and be in health, even as thy soul prospereth.

Literal

Beloved, concerning all things I pray you to prosper and to be in good health, just as your soul prospers.

Latin

Carissime, de omnibus orationem facio prospere te ingredi, et valere sicut prospere agit anima tua.

Original

Greek

English

Beloved, I pray that in every way you may prosper and enjoy good health, as your soul also prospers.

Notes

3 John 1:1–4

The apostle John begins his letter with a common greeting. It includes:

identifying himself and the person he is writing to,
using a friendly greeting, such as beloved,
offering wishes for the person's well-being, and
expressing thanks for their friendship.

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