John 16:11
Of judgment, because the prince of this world is judged.
Original Language Analysis
περὶ
Of
G4012
περὶ
Of
Strong's:
G4012
Word #:
1 of 10
properly, through (all over), i.e., around; figuratively with respect to; used in various applications, of place, cause or time (with the genitive cas
κρίσεως
judgment
G2920
κρίσεως
judgment
Strong's:
G2920
Word #:
3 of 10
decision (subjectively or objectively, for or against); by extension, a tribunal; by implication, justice (especially, divine law)
ὅτι
because
G3754
ὅτι
because
Strong's:
G3754
Word #:
4 of 10
demonstrative, that (sometimes redundant); causative, because
ὁ
G3588
ὁ
Strong's:
G3588
Word #:
5 of 10
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
τοῦ
G3588
τοῦ
Strong's:
G3588
Word #:
7 of 10
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
κόσμου
world
G2889
κόσμου
world
Strong's:
G2889
Word #:
8 of 10
orderly arrangement, i.e., decoration; by implication, the world (including its inhabitants, literally or figuratively (morally))
Cross References
John 12:31Now is the judgment of this world: now shall the prince of this world be cast out.1 John 3:8He that committeth sin is of the devil; for the devil sinneth from the beginning. For this purpose the Son of God was manifested, that he might destroy the works of the devil.Hebrews 2:14Forasmuch then as the children are partakers of flesh and blood, he also himself likewise took part of the same; that through death he might destroy him that had the power of death, that is, the devil;Colossians 2:15And having spoiled principalities and powers, he made a shew of them openly, triumphing over them in it.John 14:30Hereafter I will not talk much with you: for the prince of this world cometh, and hath nothing in me.2 Corinthians 4:4In whom the god of this world hath blinded the minds of them which believe not, lest the light of the glorious gospel of Christ, who is the image of God, should shine unto them.Revelation 1:7Behold, he cometh with clouds; and every eye shall see him, and they also which pierced him: and all kindreds of the earth shall wail because of him. Even so, Amen.Hebrews 6:2Of the doctrine of baptisms, and of laying on of hands, and of resurrection of the dead, and of eternal judgment.Hebrews 9:27And as it is appointed unto men once to die, but after this the judgment:Acts 10:42And he commanded us to preach unto the people, and to testify that it is he which was ordained of God to be the Judge of quick and dead.
Historical Context
Jesus referred to Satan's judgment hours before the cross where that judgment would be executed. Colossians 2:15 describes how Christ 'disarmed the rulers and authorities and put them to open shame, by triumphing over them in him.' Satan's power was broken at Calvary, though his final punishment awaits Revelation 20:10. The Spirit applies this finished work, convicting the world that their spiritual master stands condemned.
Questions for Reflection
- How does Satan's already-accomplished judgment at the cross give you confidence in spiritual warfare?
- In what ways does the Spirit's conviction of judgment serve both as warning to unbelievers and assurance to believers?
- How should the certainty of final judgment inform your evangelism and your daily choices?
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Analysis & Commentary
Of judgment, because the prince of this world is judged (περὶ κρίσεως δέ, ὅτι ὁ ἄρχων τοῦ κόσμου τούτου κέκριται, peri kriseōs de, hoti ho archōn tou kosmou toutou kekritai)—the perfect tense kekritai (has been judged) indicates completed action with ongoing results. Satan's judgment at the cross is finished fact, though final execution awaits. The prince of this world (ὁ ἄρχων τοῦ κόσμου, ho archōn tou kosmou) appears three times in John (12:31, 14:30, 16:11).
The Spirit convicts that judgment is certain because the cross already accomplished Satan's defeat. The ruler of this evil age has been judged; therefore, those who follow him face certain doom. Conversely, believers are freed from condemnation because Christ bore the judgment we deserved. The Spirit's conviction of judgment warns the unbelieving that their rebellion is futile—the prince they serve is a defeated foe—and assures believers that no accusation can stand, for the accuser himself has been judged.