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1 John 3:19

Shall assure [π ε ι σ ο μ ε ν]. Two renderings are possible; the primitive meaning persuade (Acts 19:26; Acts 17:4; 2 Corinthians 5:11); or the secondary and consequent sense, assure, quiet, conciliate (Matthew 28:14). Render as A. V., and Rev. as sure. See critical note at the end of the commentary on this Epistle.

Before Him [ε μ π ρ ο σ θ ε ν α υ τ ο υ]. Emphatic, the order being, before Him we shall assure our heart. These words are to be kept in mind as the key - note of what follows.

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