John 1:1

John 1:1 is the first verse of the first chapter of the Gospel of John in the New Testament of the Christian Bible. It is one of the most theologically significant verses in the Bible, often interpreted as a statement of the divinity of Jesus Christ. The verse reads: "In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God." The Greek term used for "Word" is Logos, which carries a range of meanings including reason, principle, or divine utterance. This verse echoes the opening words of the Book of Genesis, establishing a connection between the creation narrative and the incarnation of Christ. The Hebrew translation of this verse is בְּרֵאשִׁית הָיָה הַדָּבָר, וְהַדָּבָר הָיָה עִם הָאֱלֹהִים, וְהַדָּבָר הָיָה אֱלֹהִים. In Latin, a language that has significantly influenced Christian theology, the verse is rendered as "In principio erat Verbum, et Verbum erat apud Deum, et Deus erat Verbum." The verse has been central to Christian theology, particularly in discussions about the nature of Christ and the Trinity. It has also been a source of inspiration and contemplation for believers throughout Christian history.