1 John 2:18

Little children, it is the last time; and as ye heard that antichrist should come, even now many antichrists have arisen; from whence we know that it is the last time.

The New Testament, American Bible Union (1865)

In The King James Version

Little children, it is the last time: and as ye have heard that antichrist shall come, even now are there many antichrists; whereby we know that it is the last time.

In Context

17And the world is passing away, and the lust thereof; but he that does the will of God abides forever.

19They went out from among us, but they were not of us; for if they had been of us, they would have remained with us; but it was in order that they might be made manifest, that all are not of us.

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Cross References

Matthew 24:5For many will come in my name, saying: I am the Christ; and will lead astray many.

Matthew 24:24For there will arise false Christs, and false prophets, and will show great signs and wonders; so as, if possible, to lead even the chosen astray.

Mark 13:21And then if any one say to you: Lo, here is the Christ, or Lo, there, believe not.

Acts 20:29For I know this, that after my departure grievous wolves will enter in among you, not sparing the flock.

1 Timothy 4:1NOW the Spirit says expressly, that in after-times some will depart from the faith, giving heed to seducing spirits, and teachings of demons;

2 Timothy 4:3For the time will come when they will not endure the sound teaching, but according to their own desires will to themselves heap up teachers, having itching ears;

Matthew Henry on 1 John 2:13-18

Against the Love of the World. ( a. d. 80.) 12 I write unto you, little children, because your sins are forgiven you for his name's sake. 13 I write unto you, fathers, because ye have known him that is from the beginning. I write unto you, young men, because ye have overcome the wicked one. I write unto you, little children, because ye have known the Father. 14 I have written unto you, fathers, because ye have known him that is from the beginning. I have written unto you, young men, because ye are strong, and the… Read the whole commentary →

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