2 John 1:11

Whoever greets such a person shares in his evil deeds.

Berean Standard Bible
Other translations

King James Version

For he that biddeth him God speed is partaker of his evil deeds.

World English Bible

for he who welcomes him participates in his evil deeds.

American Standard Version

for he that giveth him greeting partaketh in his evil works.

Geneva Bible 1599

For he that biddeth him, God speede, is partaker of his euill deedes. Although I had many things to write vnto you, yet I woulde not write with paper and ynke: but I trust to come vnto you, and speake mouth to mouth, that our ioy may be full.

Darby Translation

for he who greets him partakes in his wicked works.

Young's Literal Translation

for he who is saying to him, 'Hail,' hath fellowship with his evil works.

Bible in Basic English

For he who gives him words of love has a part in his evil works.

In context

10If anyone comes to you but does not bring this teaching, do not receive him into your home or even greet him.

12I have many things to write to you, but I would prefer not to do so with paper and ink. Instead, I hope to come and speak with you face to face, so that our joy may be complete.

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