1 John 1:1, the deception, false translations, and truth!

 

Trinitarians often interpret 1 John 1:1 as referring to John 1:1, linking it to Jesus as the logos. However, this interpretation is disputed. 

Berean Literal Bible 1 John 1:1:

That which was from the beginning, that which we have heard, that which we have seen with our eyes, that which we have gazed upon, and our hands have handled, concerning the Word of life--

1 John 1:1 actually refers to the apostles' firsthand experience with Jesus, emphasizing their eyewitness testimony. 

"That which was from the beginning" refers to Jesus' ministry and the apostles' experience with Him. - "We have heard, seen, and handled" highlights the apostles' direct observation of Jesus' life and miracles. 

This aligns with 2 Peter 1:16, where Peter asserts they were "eyewitnesses of His majesty".  

The focus is on the apostles' personal testimony, establishing the credibility of the message.

Simon Brown.

Also read: Jesus Was A Unitarian Monotheist Says: Sir Anthony Buzzard, biblical scholar, unitarian Christian theologian.