3 John 1:13

I had much to say to you, but it is not my purpose to put it all down with ink and pen:

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In The King James Version

I had many things to write, but I will not with ink and pen write unto thee:

In Context

12Demetrius has the approval of all men and of what is true: and we give the same witness, and you are certain that our witness is true.

14But I am hoping to see you in a short time, and to have talk with you face to face.\

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Cross References

2 John 1:12Having much to say to you, it is not my purpose to put it all down with paper and ink: but I am hoping to come to you, and to have talk with you face to face, so that your joy may be full.

Matthew Henry on 3 John 1:13-14

The Character of Demetrius; Conclusion and Salutation. ( a. d. 90.) 12 Demetrius hath good report of all men, and of the truth itself: yea, and we also bear record; and ye know that our record is true. 13 I had many things to write, but I will not with ink and pen write unto thee: 14 But I trust I shall shortly see thee, and we shall speak face to face. Peace be to thee. Our friends salute thee. Greet the friends by name. Here we have, I. The character of another person, one Demetrius, not much known otherwise.… Read the whole commentary →

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