John 1:5

And the light shineth in darkness; and the darkness comprehended it not.

King James Version

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Other Translations for John 1:5

BSB

The Light shines in the darkness, and the darkness has not overcome it.

AKJV

And the light shines in darkness; and the darkness comprehended it not.

CPDV

And the light shines in the darkness, and the darkness did not comprehend it.

ERV

And the light shineth in the darkness; and the darkness apprehended it not.

NHEB

And the light shines in the darkness, and the darkness hasn't overcome it.

SMT

And light shines in darkness; and darkness comprehended it not.

Word Study (Strong’s) for John 1:5

AndG2532ConjunctionthelightG5457Noun Neuter shinethG5316Verb inG1722Preposition darknessG4653Noun Feminine andG2532ConjunctionthedarknessG4653Noun Feminine comprehendedG2638Verb itG846 notG3756

Commentary for John 1:5

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry

Overview of John 1:5

Summary

Illumination shines despite darkness's resistance

Event

Light overcoming darkness

Estimated Time Period

Pre-history