1 John 4:13
New International Version
This is how we know that we live in him and he in us: He has given us of his Spirit.

New Living Translation
And God has given us his Spirit as proof that we live in him and he in us.

English Standard Version
By this we know that we abide in him and he in us, because he has given us of his Spirit.

Berean Standard Bible
By this we know that we remain in Him, and He in us: He has given us of His Spirit.

Berean Literal Bible
By this we know that we abide in Him and He in us: because He has given to us from out of His Spirit.

King James Bible
Hereby know we that we dwell in him, and he in us, because he hath given us of his Spirit.

New King James Version
By this we know that we abide in Him, and He in us, because He has given us of His Spirit.

New American Standard Bible
By this we know that we remain in Him and He in us, because He has given to us of His Spirit.

NASB 1995
By this we know that we abide in Him and He in us, because He has given us of His Spirit.

NASB 1977
By this we know that we abide in Him and He in us, because He has given us of His Spirit.

Legacy Standard Bible
By this we know that we abide in Him and He in us, because He has given us of His Spirit.

Amplified Bible
By this we know [with confident assurance] that we abide in Him and He in us, because He has given to us His [Holy] Spirit.

Christian Standard Bible
This is how we know that we remain in him and he in us: He has given us of his Spirit.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
This is how we know that we remain in Him and He in us: He has given assurance to us from His Spirit.

American Standard Version
hereby we know that we abide in him and he in us, because he hath given us of his Spirit.

Contemporary English Version
God has given us his Spirit. This is how we know we are one with him, just as he is one with us.

English Revised Version
hereby know we that we abide in him, and he in us, because he hath given us of his Spirit.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
We know that we live in him and he lives in us because he has given us his Spirit.

Good News Translation
We are sure that we live in union with God and that he lives in union with us, because he has given us his Spirit.

International Standard Version
This is how we know that we abide in him and he in us: he has given us his Spirit.

Majority Standard Bible
By this we know that we remain in Him, and He in us: He has given us of His Spirit.

NET Bible
By this we know that we reside in God and he in us: in that he has given us of his Spirit.

New Heart English Bible
By this we know that we remain in him and he in us, because he has given us of his Spirit.

Webster's Bible Translation
By this we know that we dwell in him, and he in us, because he hath given us of his Spirit.

Weymouth New Testament
We can know that we are continuing in union with Him and that He is continuing in union with us, by the fact that He has given us a portion of His Spirit.

World English Bible
By this we know that we remain in him and he in us, because he has given us of his Spirit.
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
in this we know that we remain in Him, and He in us, because of His Spirit He has given us.

Berean Literal Bible
By this we know that we abide in Him and He in us: because He has given to us from out of His Spirit.

Young's Literal Translation
in this we know that in Him we do remain, and He in us, because of His Spirit He hath given us.

Smith's Literal Translation
In this we know that we remain in him, and he in us, for he has given us of his Spirit.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
In this we know that we abide in him, and he in us: because he hath given us of his spirit.

Catholic Public Domain Version
In this way, we know that we abide in him, and he in us: because he has given to us from his Spirit.

New American Bible
This is how we know that we remain in him and he in us, that he has given us of his Spirit.

New Revised Standard Version
By this we know that we abide in him and he in us, because he has given us of his Spirit.
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
Hereby we know that we abide in him, and he in us, because he has given us of his Spirit.

Aramaic Bible in Plain English
In this we know that we abide in him and he abides in us, because he has given us of his Spirit.
NT Translations
Anderson New Testament
By this we know that we dwell in him, and he in us, because he has given us of his Spirit.

Godbey New Testament
In this we know that we abide in him, and he in us, because he has given us of his spirit.

Haweis New Testament
By this we know that we abide in him, and he in us, because he hath given us of his own Spirit.

Mace New Testament
Hereby we know that we dwell in him, and he in us, because he hath given us of his spirit.

Weymouth New Testament
We can know that we are continuing in union with Him and that He is continuing in union with us, by the fact that He has given us a portion of His Spirit.

Worrell New Testament
In this we know that we abide in Him, and He in us, because He hath given us of His Spirit.

Worsley New Testament
By this we know that we are in Him, and He in us; because He hath given us of his Spirit.

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
Love Comes from God
12No one has ever seen God; but if we love one another, God remains in us, and His love is perfected in us. 13By this we know that we remain in Him, and He in us: He has given us of His Spirit. 14And we have seen and testify that the Father has sent His Son to be the Savior of the world.…

Cross References
John 14:16-17
And I will ask the Father, and He will give you another Advocate to be with you forever— / the Spirit of truth. The world cannot receive Him, because it neither sees Him nor knows Him. But you do know Him, for He abides with you and will be in you.

Romans 8:16
The Spirit Himself testifies with our spirit that we are God’s children.

2 Corinthians 1:22
placed His seal on us, and put His Spirit in our hearts as a pledge of what is to come.

Galatians 4:6
And because you are sons, God sent the Spirit of His Son into our hearts, crying out, “Abba, Father!”

Ephesians 1:13-14
And in Him, having heard and believed the word of truth—the gospel of your salvation—you were sealed with the promised Holy Spirit, / who is the pledge of our inheritance until the redemption of those who are God’s possession, to the praise of His glory.

1 Corinthians 2:12
We have not received the spirit of the world, but the Spirit who is from God, that we may understand what God has freely given us.

John 3:24
(For John had not yet been thrown into prison.)

Romans 5:5
And hope does not disappoint us, because God has poured out His love into our hearts through the Holy Spirit, whom He has given us.

2 Corinthians 5:5
And it is God who has prepared us for this very purpose and has given us the Spirit as a pledge of what is to come.

John 15:26
When the Advocate comes, whom I will send to you from the Father—the Spirit of truth who proceeds from the Father—He will testify about Me.

Acts 5:32
We are witnesses of these things, and so is the Holy Spirit, whom God has given to those who obey Him.”

1 Corinthians 12:13
For in one Spirit we were all baptized into one body, whether Jews or Greeks, slave or free, and we were all given one Spirit to drink.

2 Timothy 1:14
Guard the treasure entrusted to you, with the help of the Holy Spirit who dwells in us.

Ezekiel 36:27
And I will put My Spirit within you and cause you to walk in My statutes and to carefully observe My ordinances.

Isaiah 44:3
For I will pour water on the thirsty land, and currents on the dry ground. I will pour out My Spirit on your descendants, and My blessing on your offspring.


Treasury of Scripture

Hereby know we that we dwell in him, and he in us, because he has given us of his Spirit.

1 John 4:15,16
Whosoever shall confess that Jesus is the Son of God, God dwelleth in him, and he in God…

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1 John 3:24
And he that keepeth his commandments dwelleth in him, and he in him. And hereby we know that he abideth in us, by the Spirit which he hath given us.

John 14:20-26
At that day ye shall know that I am in my Father, and ye in me, and I in you…

Romans 8:9-17
But ye are not in the flesh, but in the Spirit, if so be that the Spirit of God dwell in you. Now if any man have not the Spirit of Christ, he is none of his…

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1 John 4
1. He warns them not to believe all who boast of the Spirit;
7. and exhorts to brotherly love.














By this
This phrase serves as a pivotal introduction, indicating a method or evidence by which believers can ascertain a spiritual truth. In the context of 1 John, "by this" often refers to the tangible evidence of God's work in a believer's life. Historically, the early church faced many challenges, including false teachings, and this phrase reassures believers of the authenticity of their faith through observable signs.

we know
The Greek word for "know" here is "γινώσκομεν" (ginōskomen), which implies a deep, experiential knowledge rather than mere intellectual assent. This knowledge is relational and intimate, reflecting the personal relationship believers have with God. In the conservative Christian perspective, this knowledge is not just theoretical but is lived out in daily life, evidenced by the presence of the Holy Spirit.

that we live in Him
The phrase "live in Him" suggests a continuous, abiding relationship with God. The Greek word "μένω" (menō) is often translated as "abide" or "remain," emphasizing a steadfast, enduring connection. This concept is central to Johannine theology, where the believer's life is characterized by a constant, dynamic union with Christ, reflecting the historical context of a community striving to remain faithful amidst external pressures.

and He in us
This reciprocal indwelling highlights the mutual relationship between God and the believer. It is not only that believers live in God, but God also resides within them. This mutual indwelling is a profound mystery, reflecting the intimate fellowship that God desires with His people. Theologically, it underscores the transformative power of God's presence in the believer's life, enabling them to live out their faith authentically.

He has given us
The verb "has given" (Greek: "δέδωκεν," dedōken) indicates a completed action with ongoing effects. This gift is not earned but is a gracious provision from God. In the conservative Christian view, this underscores the doctrine of grace, where God initiates and sustains the believer's relationship with Him through His Spirit.

of His Spirit
The Holy Spirit is the divine agent of this indwelling presence. The Spirit's role is multifaceted, including guiding, teaching, and empowering believers. In the historical context of the early church, the presence of the Holy Spirit was a distinguishing mark of true believers, setting them apart from false teachers and counterfeit faiths. Theologically, the Spirit's indwelling is a guarantee of the believer's salvation and a foretaste of eternal life with God.

Verse 13. - Almost identical with 1 John 3:24. In verses 1-7 the apostle says that confession of the Incarnation proves possession of the Spirit; and in verse 12 that love of the brethren proves the indwelling of God. He now (verse 13) goes on to say that possession of the Spirit proves the indwelling of God; and (verse 15) that confession of the Incarnation proves the same. So that these four facts - confession of the Incarnation, possession of the Spirit, love of our fellow-men, and indwelling of God - mutually involve one another. St. John does not say, "He has given us his Spirit," but "of his Spirit ἐκ τοῦ Πνεύματος αὐτοῦ." It is impossible for us to receive more than a portion; the fullness of the Spirit is possessed by Christ alone. In John 1:16 we have a similar use of ἐκ (comp. John 12:3).

Parallel Commentaries ...


Greek
By
ἐν (en)
Preposition
Strong's 1722: In, on, among. A primary preposition denoting position, and instrumentality, i.e. A relation of rest; 'in, ' at, on, by, etc.

this
τούτῳ (toutō)
Demonstrative Pronoun - Dative Neuter Singular
Strong's 3778: This; he, she, it.

we know
γινώσκομεν (ginōskomen)
Verb - Present Indicative Active - 1st Person Plural
Strong's 1097: A prolonged form of a primary verb; to 'know' in a great variety of applications and with many implications.

that
ὅτι (hoti)
Conjunction
Strong's 3754: Neuter of hostis as conjunction; demonstrative, that; causative, because.

we remain
μένομεν (menomen)
Verb - Present Indicative Active - 1st Person Plural
Strong's 3306: To remain, abide, stay, wait; with acc: I wait for, await. A primary verb; to stay.

in
ἐν (en)
Preposition
Strong's 1722: In, on, among. A primary preposition denoting position, and instrumentality, i.e. A relation of rest; 'in, ' at, on, by, etc.

Him,
αὐτῷ (autō)
Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Dative Masculine 3rd Person Singular
Strong's 846: He, she, it, they, them, same. From the particle au; the reflexive pronoun self, used of the third person, and of the other persons.

and
καὶ (kai)
Conjunction
Strong's 2532: And, even, also, namely.

He
αὐτὸς (autos)
Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Nominative Masculine 3rd Person Singular
Strong's 846: He, she, it, they, them, same. From the particle au; the reflexive pronoun self, used of the third person, and of the other persons.

in
ἐν (en)
Preposition
Strong's 1722: In, on, among. A primary preposition denoting position, and instrumentality, i.e. A relation of rest; 'in, ' at, on, by, etc.

us:
ἡμῖν (hēmin)
Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Dative 1st Person Plural
Strong's 1473: I, the first-person pronoun. A primary pronoun of the first person I.

He has given
δέδωκεν (dedōken)
Verb - Perfect Indicative Active - 3rd Person Singular
Strong's 1325: To offer, give; I put, place. A prolonged form of a primary verb; to give.

us
ἡμῖν (hēmin)
Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Dative 1st Person Plural
Strong's 1473: I, the first-person pronoun. A primary pronoun of the first person I.

of
ἐκ (ek)
Preposition
Strong's 1537: From out, out from among, from, suggesting from the interior outwards. A primary preposition denoting origin, from, out.

His
αὐτοῦ (autou)
Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Genitive Masculine 3rd Person Singular
Strong's 846: He, she, it, they, them, same. From the particle au; the reflexive pronoun self, used of the third person, and of the other persons.

Spirit.
Πνεύματος (Pneumatos)
Noun - Genitive Neuter Singular
Strong's 4151: Wind, breath, spirit.


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