John 5:29
And shall come forth; they that have done good, unto the resurrection of life; and they that have done evil, unto the resurrection of damnation.
Original Language Analysis
καὶ
And
G2532
καὶ
And
Strong's:
G2532
Word #:
1 of 17
and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
ἐκπορεύσονται
shall come forth
G1607
ἐκπορεύσονται
shall come forth
Strong's:
G1607
Word #:
2 of 17
to depart, be discharged, proceed, project
οἱ
G3588
οἱ
Strong's:
G3588
Word #:
3 of 17
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
τὰ
G3588
τὰ
Strong's:
G3588
Word #:
4 of 17
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
ποιήσαντες
they that have done
G4160
ποιήσαντες
they that have done
Strong's:
G4160
Word #:
6 of 17
to make or do (in a very wide application, more or less direct)
εἰς
unto
G1519
εἰς
unto
Strong's:
G1519
Word #:
7 of 17
to or into (indicating the point reached or entered), of place, time, or (figuratively) purpose (result, etc.); also in adverbial phrases
ἀνάστασιν
the resurrection
G386
ἀνάστασιν
the resurrection
Strong's:
G386
Word #:
8 of 17
a standing up again, i.e., (literally) a resurrection from death (individual, genitive case or by implication, (its author)), or (figuratively) a (mor
οἱ
G3588
οἱ
Strong's:
G3588
Word #:
10 of 17
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
τὰ
G3588
τὰ
Strong's:
G3588
Word #:
12 of 17
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
πράξαντες
they that have done
G4238
πράξαντες
they that have done
Strong's:
G4238
Word #:
14 of 17
to "practise", i.e., perform repeatedly or habitually (thus differing from g4160, which properly refers to a single act); by implication, to execute,
εἰς
unto
G1519
εἰς
unto
Strong's:
G1519
Word #:
15 of 17
to or into (indicating the point reached or entered), of place, time, or (figuratively) purpose (result, etc.); also in adverbial phrases
Cross References
Acts 24:15And have hope toward God, which they themselves also allow, that there shall be a resurrection of the dead, both of the just and unjust.Luke 14:14And thou shalt be blessed; for they cannot recompense thee: for thou shalt be recompensed at the resurrection of the just.1 Timothy 6:18That they do good, that they be rich in good works, ready to distribute, willing to communicate;
Historical Context
Daniel 12:2 prophesies this dual resurrection. The connection between deeds and destiny reflects the judgment principle (2 Corinthians 5:10)—works reveal faith's presence or absence. Believers are judged for rewards; unbelievers face condemnation. Both face resurrection; only one leads to life.
Questions for Reflection
- How do works relate to resurrection destiny—is this salvation by works?
- What distinguishes the 'resurrection of life' from the 'resurrection of damnation'?
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Analysis & Commentary
'And shall come forth; they that have done good, unto the resurrection of life; and they that have done evil, unto the resurrection of damnation.' Two resurrections, two outcomes. 'Done good' describes those whose works demonstrate faith—good works are faith's evidence, not salvation's cause. 'Done evil' describes those whose lives manifest unbelief. Resurrection is universal; its outcome depends on relationship to Christ, evidenced by life pattern. This isn't salvation by works but works as evidence of salvation.