The Johannine Community

The Johannine Community refers to a group of early Christian believers associated with the authorship of the Gospel of John and related texts. Likely formed in the late first century, this community emphasized themes like divine love, Jesus's true identity as the Son of God, and the importance of spiritual insight. They aimed to preserve and transmit their unique understanding of Jesus’s life and teachings, shaping a distinct Christian perspective that distinguished them from other early Christian groups. Their writings reflect their beliefs and experiences, contributing significantly to the development of Christian theology and identity.