John 5:24

Authorized King James Version

Verily, verily, I say unto you, He that heareth my word, and believeth on him that sent me, hath everlasting life, and shall not come into condemnation; but is passed from death unto life.

Word-by-Word Analysis

ἀμὴν

G281

Verily

properly, firm, i.e., (figuratively) trustworthy; adverbially, surely (often as interjection, so be it)

ἀμὴν

G281

Verily

properly, firm, i.e., (figuratively) trustworthy; adverbially, surely (often as interjection, so be it)

λέγω

G3004

I say

properly, to "lay" forth, i.e., (figuratively) relate (in words (usually of systematic or set discourse; whereas g2036 and g5346 generally refer to an

ὑμῖν

G5213

unto you

to (with or by) you

ὅτι

G3754

demonstrative, that (sometimes redundant); causative, because

ὁ

G3588

the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)

τὸν

G3588

the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)

λόγον

G3056

word

something said (including the thought); by implication, a topic (subject of discourse), also reasoning (the mental faculty) or motive; by extension, a

μου

G3450

of me

#10

ἀκούων

G191

He that heareth

to hear (in various senses)

#11

καὶ

G2532

and

and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words

#12

πιστεύων

G4100

believeth

to have faith (in, upon, or with respect to, a person or thing), i.e., credit; by implication, to entrust (especially one's spiritual well-being to ch

#13

τῷ

G3588

the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)

#14

πέμψαντί

G3992

on him that sent

to dispatch (from the subjective view or point of departure, whereas ???? (as a stronger form of ????) refers rather to the objective point or <i>term

#15

με

G3165

#16

ἔχει

G2192

hath

to hold (used in very various applications, literally or figuratively, direct or remote; such as possession; ability, contiuity, relation, or conditio

#17

ζωήν

G2222

life

life (literally or figuratively)

#18

αἰώνιον

G166

everlasting

perpetual (also used of past time, or past and future as well)

#19

καὶ

G2532

and

and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words

#20

εἰς

G1519

into

to or into (indicating the point reached or entered), of place, time, or (figuratively) purpose (result, etc.); also in adverbial phrases

#21

κρίσιν

G2920

condemnation

decision (subjectively or objectively, for or against); by extension, a tribunal; by implication, justice (especially, divine law)

#22

οὐκ

G3756

not

the absolute negative (compare g3361) adverb; no or not

#23

ἔρχεται

G2064

come

to come or go (in a great variety of applications, literally and figuratively)

#24

ἀλλὰ

G235

but

properly, other things, i.e., (adverbially) contrariwise (in many relations)

#25

μεταβέβηκεν

G3327

is passed

to change place

#26

ἐκ

G1537

from

a primary preposition denoting origin (the point whence action or motion proceeds), from, out (of place, time, or cause literal or figurative; direct

#27

τοῦ

G3588

the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)

#28

θανάτου

G2288

death

(properly, an adjective used as a noun) death (literally or figuratively)

#29

εἰς

G1519

into

to or into (indicating the point reached or entered), of place, time, or (figuratively) purpose (result, etc.); also in adverbial phrases

#30

τὴν

G3588

the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)

#31

ζωήν

G2222

life

life (literally or figuratively)

Cross References

Related verses that illuminate this passage (hover to preview):

¹ John 3:18 John 3:18
He that believeth on him is not condemned: but he that believeth not is condemned already, because he hath not believed in the name of the only begotten Son of God.
— He that believeth is not condemned
² Romans 8:1 Romans 8:1
There is therefore now no condemnation to them which are in Christ Jesus, who walk not after the flesh, but after the Spirit.
— No condemnation

Analysis

Within the broader context of John, this passage highlights faith and obedience through simile or metaphorical language. The theological weight of life connects to fundamental Christian doctrine about life, contributing to our understanding of God's nature and relationship with humanity. This verse contributes to the book's overall argument by building upon previous themes while advancing the overall message of John.

Historical Context

The historical context of the late first century during increasing tension between synagogue and church provides crucial background for understanding this verse. The historical and cultural milieu of the biblical world informed the author's theological expression and the audience's understanding. The late first-century Jewish-Christian tensions and Hellenistic thought would have shaped how the original audience understood life. Archaeological and historical evidence reveals Archaeological discoveries continue to illuminate the historical context of biblical texts.

Questions for Reflection

How does the faith and obedience theme in this verse connect to the overarching narrative of Scripture, and what does this reveal about God's character and purposes?
In what ways does understanding life in its original context challenge or deepen contemporary Christian thinking about faith and obedience?
How might the original audience's understanding of life differ from modern interpretations, and what bridges can be built between ancient meaning and contemporary application?

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John 5:24

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