Jude is the 4th smallest book of the bible yet one of the most potent in exposing doctrinal errors and false teachers. It is exactly that kind of logic that ascribes two thirds of jude to the apocryphal book of enoch. In this 7session study from jackie hill perry, dive into themes of. Like most of the other general epistles, the title of this little book takes its name from its author. Jude does not quote the old testament directly, but there are at least 9 obvious allusions to it. Jude then instructs his audience on how to behave and gives his farewell. It means that we cannot wait for spiritual growth to just happen, or expect others to make us grow. Judah, one of jesus half brothers, wrote the book of jude to messianic believers who were familiar with old testament scriptures and jewish literature. Its neglect reflects more the superficiality of the generation that neglects it than the irrelevance of its burning message. Jude therefore calls himself modestly brother of james. Study jude 1 using matthew henrys bible commentary concise to better understand scripture with full outline and verse meaning. Andy is a professor of bible and theology at the college of biblical studies in houston, texas.
This book is not in the bible, but was very popular in new testament times. It was composed as an encyclical letterthat is, one not directed to the members of one church in particular, but intended rather to be circulated and read in all churches. Also, jude records the prophecy of enoch, which is found nowhere else in scripture. The author of this work has quoted writers of articles and books.
Jude which in hebrew is judas was one of four halfbrothers of jesus christ mark 6. Jude, which is rendered judah in hebrew and judas in greek, was named after its author verse 1, one of. These shorter letters of the new testament are often neglected, but the neglect of this important letter says more about us than it does about the book of jude. It is important for students of the bible to become familiar with jude a seldomread and littleunderstood book. Jude 1 commentary, one of over 110 bible commentaries freely available, this commentary, by the leading authority in the church of christ, presents a verse level look at the bible. The danger of false teachers dear friends, i had been eagerly planning to write to you about the salvation. Jude, the bible book before revelation bible explained.
Commentary on the book of jude relevant bible teaching. This smallest book of the new testament is also, in many ways, the most provocative. Introduction to jude while i was making every effort to write you about our common salvation, i felt the necessity to write to you appealing that you contend earnestly for the faith which was once for all delivered to the saints jude. Jude 1 identifies the author of the book of jude as jude, a brother of. The book of jude was written somewhere between ad 60 and 80. Jude 1, new international version niv the bible app.
However, an alternative explanation is that jude quotes the book of enoch aware that verses 1415 are in fact an. The epistle of jude is a tiny book, tragically neglected by students, yet overflowing with fascinating old testament references and allusions. Most scholars identify the writer as jude the halfbrother of jesus for. The degree of authority assumed in writing this epistle strengthens the idea. I am writing to all who have been called by god the father, who loves you and keeps you safe in the care of jesus christ. A commentary on the book of jude gods condemnation of. The little prophecy of jude affords a fitting introduction to the book of revelation. Summary of the book of jude in the bible epistle of jude. Verses 316 jude writes about the danger of false teachers. It is not too much to say that the new testament no where else presents so many strange phenomenon, or raises so many curious questions within so narrow a space. Jude tells us, build yourselves up on your most holy faith. Jude supports his words with a passage from the book of enoch. Enoch obeyed god and went straight to heaven genesis 4.
At least three decades had passed since the lord jesus returned to heaven. Jude is addressing, and it appears to be given as a fact which he believes, though we cannot be sure of this. Chuck missler takes you on a deep walk through the biblical new testament book of jude 64 videos in total. The book of jude is the very definition of punchy and pithy proclamationswith its short commands and statements popping off the page like machinegun fire. Read and study jude 1 with the versebyverse bible commentary. The epistle of jude is a brief book of only a single chapter with 25 verses. This is how the church fights valiantly for the faith. Was jude one of the disciples and if not, who was he. Jude confronts corrupt teachers who distort the message about his brother jesus and lead others astray. The author is jude the brother of james, both of who are halfbrothers of jesus christ. The book of jude was written in the period of 7080 a.
Jude uses numerous wellknown historical examples as illustrations of what not to do b. The apostle jude denounces apostasy and corruption, and he contends for the faith that is once and for all delivered unto the saints. As the fourth shortest new testament book philemon and 2 john and 3 john are shorter. As the fourth shortest new testament book philemon, 2 john and 3 john are shorter, jude is the last of 8 general epistles. Jude is the only book in the new testament exclusively dedicated to confronting apostasy. Matthew henry 18 october 1662 22 june 1714 was an english commentator on the bible, who published his works in 1706, sixvolume exposition of the old and new testaments 17081710 or complete commentary, provides an exhaustive verse by verse study of the bible, covering the whole of the old testament, and the gospels and acts in the new testament. The letter of jude was one of the debated books of the canon.
The purpose of this book is to address false teachings and to illustrate a contrast between the error of heresy and the truth of jesus christ. Its a charge to delight in god and show mercy to others. Book of jude overview insight for living ministries. Jude contending for the faith these shorter letters of the new testament are often neglected, but the neglect of this important letter says more about us than it does about the book of jude. I felt the necessity to write to you appealing that you contend earnestly for the faith. Jude is a frightening book about the recurrent danger of error, rebellion, and judgment. When we understand jude s thought his letter becomes one of the greatest interest for the history of the earliest church and by no means without relevance for today. The purpose of this book is to address false teachings and to illustrate a contrast between the. William barclay, in his daily study bible series, makes this meaningful observation. This commentary has been through advanced theological checking words in boxes are from the bible. Spirit, by jude, has sealed the truth of this much of the matter contained in the book of enoch, though probably that book, as well as jude. Jude emphasizes the relationship between right believing and right living.
Jude is a call to fight, but its not like any other battle cry in history. He understands that his life is to be willfully surrendered to. This summary of the book of jude provides information about the title, authors, date of writing, chronology, theme, theology, outline, a brief overview, and the chapters of the book of jude. How to identify a false teacher 7 signs from the book of jude duration.
Commentary on the book of jude by matthew henry new. Jude has shown us the frailty of men and how deceivers even infiltrated the church. Jude 1 commentary commentary critical and explanatory on. It has been said that the book of acts describes the beginning of the institution of the local church and jude deals with the ending or the end of the church age.
In any case it does not follow that we are to believe in it as an historical fact. Commentary on the book of jude 1jude, a bondservant of jesus christ, and brother of james, jude identifies himself in the way that most of the early church leaders did by calling himself a bondservant. Jude warns his readers against the dangers of falling away from the faith, and he points to the faithlessness of the israelites in the wilderness as a reminder of how the lord destroyed those who did not believe and obey him. Contextually, this epistolary sermon could be called the acts of the apostates. Read jude 1 commentary using commentary critical and explanatory on the whole bible. God has commanded his beloved church to do the necessary work of contending for the faith in a world of unbelief, and as we do, he will keep us from falling into the same deception. Wandering stars jude is referring to the book of enoch. Jude 1 commentary james burton coffman commentaries on. This brief summary of jude is also very useful for sunday school lessons and bible study at home. While often overlooked, the book of jude remains as relevant today as the time it was written. An introduction and outline provides an introduction to the short book of jude in the bible teachers commentary series. Enoch identifies these wandering stars as fallen bad angels. But in our day and age, punchy has become rude or unacceptable. The bad angels did not obey god and they lost their home in heaven.
This quote reflects a world view that seems to dominate much of, the debate in todays postmodern society. But, like every good writer and speaker, he is using language that is familiar. An easyenglish commentary 2800 word vocabulary on the letter of jude. Jude continues to list examples of sins that these false believers continue to commit, saying that the apostles warned them of these kinds of people. Jude, which is rendered judah in hebrew and judas in greek, was named after its author verse 1, one of the 4 halfbrothers of christ matthew. Free bible commentary on the letter of jude in easy english.
He sees the lord coming with ten thousands of his saints. The date of authorship for jude depends on whether jude used content from 2 peter, or peter used content from jude when writing 2 peter. Study the bible online using commentary on jude 1 and more. Jude gives examples from the old testament, and from two other ancient books. Greetings from jude this letter is from jude, a slave of jesus christ and a brother of james. Jude its possible that his brother james was the brother of jesus and author of the epistle of james. Jude 1 commentary commentary critical and explanatory on the. The book of jude is a general epistle apostolic letter. Jude summary we hope that you find the jude summary from the kjv bible chapters and verses helpful to your bible studies and for references as a guide to further reference to the book of jude. Jude deals with two incidents not found anywhere else in the bible v.
Before judas iscariot betrayal, judas was a very popular name among the jews for two reasons number one judas is the greek version of the hebrew name judah and secondly, judas maccabaeus was the name of a very famous jewish revolutionary warrior who fought. Feast of firstfruits dvd unlock pauls lettersin galatians related teachings. Jude speaks of the angels who sinned, who are now imprisoned and awaiting a future day of judgment. May god give you more and more mercy, peace, and love. Jude is not suggesting that the book of enoch is holy, like the bible. The book of jude refutes corrupt teachers and encourages. Preserved jude closes with this same thought of preservation in. The book of jude also know as epistle of jude, regularly abbreviated to jude, is the by last book of the new testament and is ascribed to jude, the hireling of jesus and the sibling of james the just. He uses these texts to refute corrupt teachers who lived immoral lives. Evidently it is something supposed to be well known to those whom st.
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