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Definition

Proper noun The First Epistle of John; a book of the New Testament of the Christian Bible. It is a general epistle traditionally ascribed to John the Evangelist.

Usage

The term "I John" is used specifically to refer to this biblical book. It is a formal title. * The themes of love and light are central to I John. * The sermon was based on a passage from I John, chapter 4.

Advanced Usage
  • The book is often cited in theological discussions concerning Christian doctrine, particularly on the nature of Christ (Christology) and the tests of genuine faith.
  • In academic or formal writing, it is sometimes styled with a superscript numeral: 1 John.
Variants and Related Words
  • First John: An alternative, equivalent title for the same book.
  • The First Epistle of John: The full formal title.
  • The Johannine Epistles: The collective term for I John, II John, and III John.
Synonyms
  • The First Epistle of John
  • First John
  • 1 John
Notes
  • "I John" is a fixed title. The "I" is a Roman numeral and is always capitalized in this context.
  • It is distinct from the Gospel of John (a narrative of Jesus's life) and the Book of Revelation (also traditionally attributed to John).
Noun
  1. the first New Testament epistle traditionally attributed to Saint John the Apostle

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