Verse | Phrase | Explanation | |
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1Jn 2:5 | in him truly the love of God has been perfected | This can be stated in active form. Possible meanings are 1) "the love of God" refers to a person loving God, and "perfected" represents completely or fully. Alternate Translation: "it is that person who loves God completely" or 2) "the love of God" refers to God loving people, and "perfected" represents completing its purpose. Alternate Translation: "God's love has achieved its purpose in that person's life" |