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NASB | John 1:12 But as many as received Him, to them He gave the right to become children of God, even to those who believe in His name, |
AMPLIFIED 2015 | John 1:12 But to as many as did receive and welcome Him, He gave the right [the authority, the privilege] to become children of God, that is, to those who believe in (adhere to, trust in, and rely on) His name-- [Is 56:5] |
Subject: "even" is confusing. |
Bible Note: I think it's possible that both understandings could be applicable at different times. You cite some good examples of belief without commitment, but other times, like John 8:24 and Acts 2:38, belief, oh, no it's that word again, "implies" reception or commitment or whatever you want to call it. Keith |