1 John 2:16
For all that is in the world—the desires of the flesh, the desires of the eyes, and the pride of life—is not from the Father but from the world.
Berean Standard Bible
In The King James Version
In Context
17The world is passing away, along with its desires; but whoever does the will of God remains forever.
Cross References
Genesis 6:2the sons of God saw that the daughters of men were beautiful, and they took as wives whomever they chose.
Numbers 11:34So they called that place Kibroth-hattaavah, because there they buried the people who had craved other food.
Esther 1:3In the third year of his reign, Xerxes held a feast for all his officials and servants. The military leaders of Persia and Media were there, along with the nobles and princes of the provinces.
Psalms 73:6Therefore pride is their necklace; a garment of violence covers them.
Psalms 78:30Yet before they had filled their desire, with the food still in their mouths,
Proverbs 6:25Do not lust in your heart for her beauty or let her captivate you with her eyes.
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 →