Bible Verses About "Who Was the Apostle John"
John was the 'beloved disciple,' part of Jesus' inner circle, who wrote the Gospel of John, three epistles, and the Book of Revelation — emphasizing love and the deity of Christ.
John was the 'beloved disciple,' part of Jesus' inner circle, who wrote the Gospel of John, three epistles, and the Book of Revelation — emphasizing love and the deity of Christ.
"Now there was leaning on Jesus' bosom one of his disciples, whom Jesus loved." — John 13:23 (KJV)
KJV Verses That Answer This Question
The Scriptures below are gathered specifically to address "Who Was the Apostle John?" Each is quoted in the King James Version with a link to its full chapter.
"Now there was leaning on Jesus' bosom one of his disciples, whom Jesus loved."
"Beloved, let us love one another: for love is of God."
"I John, who also am your brother, and companion in tribulation... was in the isle that is called Patmos, for the word of God."
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