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    John 1:1 (KJV)

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    About John 1:1

    John 1:1 is found in the book of John, chapter 1, verse 1, in the King James Version of the Holy Bible. The KJV text shown here is the standard 1769 Blayney revision — the same text used in virtually every printed KJV today — and is in the public domain, so you may quote, print, and share this verse freely.

    To understand a single verse well, read the verses around it. The surrounding passage is shown above, and you can read the whole chapter at /read/john/1. For deeper study, our commentary index draws on classic public-domain commentators like Matthew Henry, John Gill, and Albert Barnes.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    What does John 1:1 say?

    John 1:1 is found in the King James Version of the Bible. Read the full text above with surrounding context.

    Where is John 1:1 in the Bible?

    John 1:1 is found in the book of John, chapter 1, verse 1. You can read the entire chapter at /read/john/1.

    What translation is shown for John 1:1?

    The verse text shown is from the King James Version (KJV), first published in 1611 and in the public domain.

    How can I memorize John 1:1?

    Read the verse aloud three times, then try to repeat it without looking. Write it on an index card and review it each morning for a week. Pair it with the verse before and the verse after to strengthen the context — both are shown above.

    Is John 1:1 in the public domain?

    Yes. The King James Version is in the public domain. You may copy, quote, print, and share John 1:1 freely for personal use, ministry, and publication without permission or royalty.