Vincent Word Studies - 1 John 3:9 - 3:9

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Vincent Word Studies - 1 John 3:9 - 3:9


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Whosoever is born (πᾶς ὁ γεγεννημένος)

On the form of expression, see on 1Jo 3:4. Rev., begotten. The perfect participle indicates a condition remaining from the first: he who hath been begotten and remains God's child.

His seed

The divine principle of life.

Cannot

See on 1Jo 3:6. Conceived as a perfect ideal, life in God excludes the possibility of sin. Compare Romans 4 throughout.