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1 John 5:7-8 — "The Comma Johanneum"

Whether the Trinitarian formula in 1 John 5:7-8 ('the Father, the Word, and the Holy Spirit, and these three are one'), found mainly in late Latin manuscripts, is considered part of the original text.

Overall consensus49/100

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Denies

Comma Johanneum not authentic; Trinity taught elsewhere

Salvation Army does not include Comma Johanneum as Scripture. While not emphasizing textual criticism Army reflects awareness phrase not in earliest manuscripts.\n\nArmy affirms Trinity on basis of other scriptural passages and broader New Testament witness. Support for Trinitarian doctrine derives from authentic biblical texts not later additions.

Scripture References

Sources

  • Salvation Army Handbook
  • Methodist Commentary
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