John 3:21 drb — But he that doth truth cometh to the light, that his works may be made manifest: because they are done in God.

Douay-Rheims Bible

“But he that doth truth cometh to the light, that his works may be made manifest: because they are done in God.”

— John 3:21, Douay-Rheims Bible

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John 3 — Context

18

He that believeth in him is not judged. But he that doth not believe is already judged: because he believeth not in the name of the only begotten Son of God.

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And this is the judgment: Because the light is come into the world and men loved darkness rather than the light: for their works were evil.

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For every one that doth evil hateth the light and cometh not to the light, that his works may not be reproved.

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But he that doth truth cometh to the light, that his works may be made manifest: because they are done in God.

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After these things, Jesus and his disciples came into the land of Judea: and there he abode with them and baptized.

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And John also was baptizing in Ennon near Salim: because there was much water there. And they came and were baptized.

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For John was not yet cast into prison.

John 3:21 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does John 3:21 say?
John 3:21 in the Douay-Rheims Bible reads: “But he that doth truth cometh to the light, that his works may be made manifest: because they are done in God.”
Where is John 3:21 in the Bible?
John 3:21 is found in the New Testament, in the book of John, chapter 3, verse 21.
Who wrote John?
John is traditionally attributed to John the Apostle, son of Zebedee. It was written c. AD 85–95.
What is the book of John about?
John's Gospel opens not in Bethlehem but "in the beginning," declaring Jesus to be the eternal Word made flesh. Through seven sign-miracles and seven "I AM" sayings, it presents Jesus as the bread, the light, the way, and the resurrection — that we might believe and have life in his name.
What are the major themes of John?
John explores themes including Word Made Flesh, Belief, Eternal Life, I AM, Love. These themes shape the meaning and context of John 3:21.
What translation should I read John 3:21 in?
John 3:21 is available on GodsGoodBook in the King James Version (KJV), American Standard Version (ASV), World English Bible (WEB), NET Bible, Young's Literal Translation, Darby Bible, Douay-Rheims Bible, and the Bible in Basic English. Each translation reflects different translation philosophies — use the translation picker on this page to compare them, or browse our full translations directory.
How can I memorize John 3:21?
John 3:21 reads (DRB): “But he that doth truth cometh to the light, that his works may be made manifest: because they are done in God.” Read it aloud, break it into short phrases, repeat each phrase three times before adding the next, then put the phrases together. Reading it in multiple translations (above) often helps the meaning settle.
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