What does 2 John 1:13 mean?
The children of your chosen sister send their love. 2 John 1:13 - Modern Text Bible
(He closes with greetings from another community, calling them the 'chosen sister’s children.')
John ends his letter by sending greetings from "the children of your chosen sister," a poetic way of saying another group of believers sends their love. The Greek word for "chosen" is eklektē, meaning selected or special. This isn't about biological family but a sense of chosen community, people who are connected by shared values and care. This verse challenges the idea that community is just about blood ties or proximity. Instead, it points to a wider, chosen family that crosses boundaries. For anyone who feels alone or disconnected, this closing line is a gentle reminder that real belonging can be found in unexpected places — and sometimes, the people who care most about you aren’t the ones you grew up with.
Similar verses: 1 Peter 5:13, Romans 16:16, 3 John 1:14