John 1:5

comprehended

Or, apprehended; literally, "laid not hold of it."

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And the light shineth in darkness — Shines even on fallen man; but the darkness — Dark, sinful man, perceiveth it not.

⁵ And the light shineth in darkness; and the darkness comprehendeda it not.

Related Commentaries of John 1:5

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Bullinger's Companion Bible Notes

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