3 John 1:14

Authorized King James Version

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.

Word-by-Word Analysis
#1
ἐλπίζω
G1679
I trust
to expect or confide
#2
δὲ
G1161
But
but, and, etc
#3
εὐθέως
G2112
shortly
directly, i.e., at once or soon
#4
ἰδεῖν
G1492
I shall
used only in certain past tenses, the others being borrowed from the equivalent g3700 and g3708; properly, to see (literally or figuratively); by impl
#5
σε,
G4571
thee
thee
#6
καὶ
G2532
and
and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
#7
στόμα
G4750
face
the mouth (as if a gash in the face); by implication, language (and its relations); figuratively, an opening (in the earth); specially, the front or e
#8
πρὸς
G4314
to
a preposition of direction; forward to, i.e., toward (with the genitive case, the side of, i.e., pertaining to; with the dative case, by the side of,
#9
στόμα
G4750
face
the mouth (as if a gash in the face); by implication, language (and its relations); figuratively, an opening (in the earth); specially, the front or e
#10
λαλήσομεν
G2980
we shall speak
to talk, i.e., utter words
#11
εἰρήνῃ
G1515
Peace
peace (literally or figuratively); by implication, prosperity
#12
σοι.
G4671
be to thee
to thee
#13
ἀσπάζου
G782
Greet
to enfold in the arms, i.e., (by implication) to salute, (figuratively) to welcome
#14
σε,
G4571
thee
thee
#15
οἱ
G3588
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#16
φίλους
G5384
Our friends
actively, fond, i.e., friendly (still as a noun, an associate, neighbor, etc.)
#17
ἀσπάζου
G782
Greet
to enfold in the arms, i.e., (by implication) to salute, (figuratively) to welcome
#18
τοὺς
G3588
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#19
φίλους
G5384
Our friends
actively, fond, i.e., friendly (still as a noun, an associate, neighbor, etc.)
#20
κατ'
G2596
by
(prepositionally) down (in place or time), in varied relations (according to the case (genitive, dative or accusative) with which it is joined)
#21
ὄνομα
G3686
name
a "name" (literally or figuratively) (authority, character)

Analysis

Within the broader context of 3 John, this passage highlights salvation through universal language and absolute statements. The theological weight of peace connects to fundamental Christian doctrine about peace, contributing to our understanding of God's nature and relationship with humanity. This verse contributes to the book's overall argument by establishing foundational concepts crucial to 3 John's theological argument.

Historical Context

The literary and historical milieu of the literary conventions and historical circumstances of biblical literature shapes this text's meaning. The historical development of salvation within the theological tradition of 3 John Understanding the ancient worldview that shaped the author's theological expression helps modern readers appreciate why the author emphasizes peace in this particular way.

Questions for Reflection