1 John 2:18

Little children! it is, the last hour; and, just as ye have heard that, an antichrist, is coming, even now, antichrists have become, many, whence we perceive that it is, the last hour:

The Emphasised Bible by J. B. Rotherham

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, passeth away, and the coveting [thereof], but, he that doeth the will of God, endureth unto times age-abiding.

19From among us, they went out, but they were not of us; for, if, of us, they had been, they would in that case have abode with us; but [it came to pass] in order that they might be made manifest, because, all, are not of us.

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Cross References

Matthew 24:5For, many, will come upon my name, saying—I, am the Christ,—and will, deceive many.

Matthew 24:24For there will arise, false Christs, and false prophets,—and they will show great signs and wonders, so that, if possible, even the chosen, should be deceived:—

Mark 13:21And, then, if any, unto you, say—See! Here, is the Christ! See! there, do not believe it;

Acts 20:29I, know, that there will enter, after my departure, grievous wolves into your midst, not sparing the little flock;

1 Timothy 4:1Howbeit, the Spirit, expressly saith—that, in later seasons, some will revolt from the faith, giving heed unto seducing spirits, and unto teachings of demons—

2 Timothy 4:3For there will be a season—when, the healthful teaching, they will not endure, but, according to their own covetings, will, unto themselves, heap up teachers, because they have an itching ear,

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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