2 John 1:11
“For he that biddeth him God speed is partaker of his evil deeds.”
2 John 1:11 in 7 translations
- KJVKing James Version
- For he that biddeth him God speed is partaker of his evil deeds.
- DRADouay–Rheims
- For he that saith unto him, God speed you, communicateth with his wicked works.
- ASVAmerican Standard Version
- for he that giveth him greeting partaketh in his evil works.
- DARBYDarby
- for he who greets him partakes in his wicked works.
- WEBThe World English Bible
- for he who welcomes him participates in his evil works.
- YLTYoung's Literal Translation
- for he who is saying to him, 'Hail,' hath fellowship with his evil works.
- BPVBiblePics Version
- For the one who greets them shares in their evil deeds.
Context: 2 John 1
9Whosoever transgresseth, and abideth not in the doctrine of Christ, hath not God. He that abideth in the doctrine of Christ, he hath both the Father and the Son.
10If there come any unto you, and bring not this doctrine, receive him not into your house, neither bid him God speed:
11For he that biddeth him God speed is partaker of his evil deeds.
12Having many things to write unto you, I would not write with paper and ink: but I trust to come unto you, and speak face to face, that our joy may be full.
13The children of thy elect sister greet thee. Amen.
About 2 John 1: Love and Hospitality
This chapter is a letter from the author to a specific church or individual, encouraging them to love one another and to practice hospitality. The author emphasizes the importance of maintaining the truth of the gospel and warns against false teachers.
Commentary
2 John is a short letter written by the Apostle John to a woman he calls “the elect lady” and her children. In this letter, John expresses his love and joy for the woman and her children, and encourages them to remain faithful to the truth of the gospel. He also warns them against false teachers who are trying to lead them astray.