Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version to judge everyone, and to convict all of them of all the ungodly acts they have committed in their ungodliness, and of all the defiant words ungodly sinners have spoken against him.” New Living Translation to execute judgment on the people of the world. He will convict every person of all the ungodly things they have done and for all the insults that ungodly sinners have spoken against him.” English Standard Version to execute judgment on all and to convict all the ungodly of all their deeds of ungodliness that they have committed in such an ungodly way, and of all the harsh things that ungodly sinners have spoken against him.” Berean Standard Bible to execute judgment on everyone, and to convict all the ungodly of every ungodly act of wickedness and every harsh word spoken against Him by ungodly sinners.” Berean Literal Bible to do judgment against all, and to convict all the ungodly concerning all their works of ungodliness that they did in an ungodly way, and concerning all the harsh things that ungodly sinners spoke against Him.” King James Bible To execute judgment upon all, and to convince all that are ungodly among them of all their ungodly deeds which they have ungodly committed, and of all their hard speeches which ungodly sinners have spoken against him. New King James Version to execute judgment on all, to convict all who are ungodly among them of all their ungodly deeds which they have committed in an ungodly way, and of all the harsh things which ungodly sinners have spoken against Him.” New American Standard Bible to execute judgment upon all, and to convict all the ungodly of all their ungodly deeds which they have done in an ungodly way, and of all the harsh things which ungodly sinners have spoken against Him.” NASB 1995 to execute judgment upon all, and to convict all the ungodly of all their ungodly deeds which they have done in an ungodly way, and of all the harsh things which ungodly sinners have spoken against Him.” NASB 1977 to execute judgment upon all, and to convict all the ungodly of all their ungodly deeds which they have done in an ungodly way, and of all the harsh things which ungodly sinners have spoken against Him.” Legacy Standard Bible to execute judgment upon all, and to convict all the ungodly of all their ungodly deeds which they have done in an ungodly way, and of all the harsh things which ungodly sinners have spoken against Him.” Amplified Bible to execute judgment upon all, and to convict all the ungodly of all the ungodly deeds they have done in an ungodly way, and of all the harsh and cruel things ungodly sinners have spoken against Him.” Berean Annotated Bible to execute judgment on everyone, and to convict all the ungodly of every ungodly act of wickedness and every harsh word spoken against Him by ungodly sinners (1 Enoch 1:9).” Christian Standard Bible to execute judgment on all and to convict all the ungodly concerning all the ungodly acts that they have done in an ungodly way, and concerning all the harsh things ungodly sinners have said against him.” Holman Christian Standard Bible to execute judgment on all and to convict them of all their ungodly acts that they have done in an ungodly way, and of all the harsh things ungodly sinners have said against Him. American Standard Version to execute judgment upon all, and to convict all the ungodly of all their works of ungodliness which they have ungodly wrought, and of all the hard things which ungodly sinners have spoken against him. Contemporary English Version to judge everyone. He will punish all those ungodly people for all the evil things they have done. The Lord will surely punish those ungodly sinners for every evil thing they have ever said about him. English Revised Version to execute judgment upon all, and to convict all the ungodly of all their works of ungodliness which they have ungodly wrought, and of all the hard things which ungodly sinners have spoken against him. GOD'S WORD® Translation He has come to judge all these people. He has come to convict all these ungodly sinners for all the ungodly things they have done and all the harsh things they have said about him." Good News Translation to bring judgment on all, to condemn them all for the godless deeds they have performed and for all the terrible words that godless sinners have spoken against him!" International Standard Version He will judge all people and convict everyone of all the ungodly things that they have done in such an ungodly way, including all the harsh things that these ungodly sinners have said about him." NET Bible to execute judgment on all, and to convict every person of all their thoroughly ungodly deeds that they have committed, and of all the harsh words that ungodly sinners have spoken against him." New Heart English Bible to execute judgment on all, and to convict every person of all their works of ungodliness which they have done in an ungodly way, and of all the hard things which ungodly sinners have spoken against him." Webster's Bible Translation To execute judgment upon all, and to convict all that are ungodly among them of all their ungodly deeds which they have impiously committed, and of all their hard speeches which ungodly sinners have spoken against him. Weymouth New Testament and to convict all the ungodly of all the ungodly deeds which in their ungodliness they have committed, and of all the hard words which they, ungodly sinners as they are, have spoken against Him." Majority Text Translations Majority Standard Bibleto execute judgment on everyone, and to convict all the ungodly among them of every ungodly act of wickedness and every harsh word spoken against Him by ungodly sinners.” World English Bible to execute judgment on all, and to convict all the ungodly of all their works of ungodliness which they have done in an ungodly way, and of all the hard things which ungodly sinners have spoken against him.” Literal Translations Literal Standard Versionto do judgment against all, and to convict all their impious ones, concerning all their works of impiety that they did impiously, and concerning all the harsh [words] that impious sinners spoke against Him.” Berean Literal Bible to do judgment against all, and to convict all the ungodly concerning all their works of ungodliness that they did in an ungodly way, and concerning all the harsh things that ungodly sinners spoke against Him.” Young's Literal Translation to do judgment against all, and to convict all their impious ones, concerning all their works of impiety that they did impiously, and concerning all the stiff things that speak against Him did impious sinners.' Smith's Literal Translation To do judgment to all, and to convince all their irreligious of all their works of irreligion which they have impiously acted, and of all the hard things which the sinful irreligious spake against him. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleTo execute judgment upon all, and to reprove all the ungodly for all the works of their ungodliness, whereby they have done ungodly, and of all the hard things which ungodly sinners have spoken against God. Catholic Public Domain Version to execute judgment against everyone, and to reprove all the impious concerning all the works of their impiety, by which they have acted impiously, and concerning all the harsh things that impious sinners have spoken against God.” New American Bible to execute judgment on all and to convict everyone for all the godless deeds that they committed and for all the harsh words godless sinners have uttered against him.” New Revised Standard Version to execute judgment on all, and to convict everyone of all the deeds of ungodliness that they have committed in such an ungodly way, and of all the harsh things that ungodly sinners have spoken against him.” Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleTo execute judgment upon all, and to punish all who are ungodly for all their ungodly deeds which they have ungodly committed, and for all the harsh words which the ungodly sinners have spoken. Aramaic Bible in Plain English To do judgment on all and to reprove all souls, because of all the works of those who did wickedness, and because of all of the hard words which evil sinners have spoken.” NT Translations Anderson New Testamentto execute judgment upon all, and to convict all the ungodly of all their ungodly works, which they have impiously committed, and of all the hard words which ungodly sinners have spoken against him. Godbey New Testament to execute judgment against all, and to convict all the ungodly of them for all the works of their ungodliness which they have impiously done, and for all their hard speeches which they have spoken against him, being ungodly sinners. Haweis New Testament to execute judgment against all men, and to convict all the ungodly of all their deeds of ungodliness which they have impiously committed, and of all the bitter words which impious offenders have spoken against him. Mace New Testament to execute judgment upon all, and to convict all the impious among them, of all the impious actions they have committed, and of all the injurious expressions, which impious sinners have utter'd against him." Weymouth New Testament and to convict all the ungodly of all the ungodly deeds which in their ungodliness they have committed, and of all the hard words which they, ungodly sinners as they are, have spoken against Him." Worrell New Testament to execute judgment upon all, and to convict all the ungodly of all their works of ungodliness, which in ungodliness they committed, and of all the hard things which, as ungodly sinners, they spake against Him." Worsley New Testament to pass judgement upon all, and to convict all the ungodly among them of all their wicked works, which they have impiously committed, and of all the hard things which impious sinners have spoken against Him. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context God's Judgment on the Ungodly…14Enoch, the seventh from Adam, also prophesied about them: “Behold, the Lord is coming with myriads of His holy ones 15to execute judgment on everyone, and to convict all the ungodly of every ungodly act of wickedness and every harsh word spoken against Him by ungodly sinners.” 16These men are discontented grumblers, following after their own lusts; their mouths spew arrogance; they flatter others for their own advantage.… Cross References to execute judgment on everyone, Acts 17:31 For He has set a day when He will judge the world with justice by the Man He has appointed. He has given proof of this to everyone by raising Him from the dead.” 2 Corinthians 5:10 For we must all appear before the judgment seat of Christ, that each one may receive his due for the things done in the body, whether good or bad. Ecclesiastes 12:14 For God will bring every deed into judgment, along with every hidden thing, whether good or evil. and to convict all the ungodly John 16:8 And when He comes, He will convict the world in regard to sin and righteousness and judgment: Romans 3:19 Now we know that whatever the law says, it says to those who are under the law, so that every mouth may be silenced and the whole world held accountable to God. Romans 2:16 on the day when God will judge men’s secrets through Christ Jesus, as proclaimed by my gospel. of every ungodly act of wickedness Romans 1:18 The wrath of God is being revealed from heaven against all the godlessness and wickedness of men who suppress the truth by their wickedness. Colossians 3:5-6 Put to death, therefore, the components of your earthly nature: sexual immorality, impurity, lust, evil desires, and greed, which is idolatry. / Because of these, the wrath of God is coming on the sons of disobedience. Ephesians 5:11 Have no fellowship with the fruitless deeds of darkness, but rather expose them. and every harsh word spoken against Him Malachi 3:13 “Your words against Me have been harsh,” says the LORD. “Yet you ask, ‘What have we spoken against You?’ Isaiah 37:23 Whom have you taunted and blasphemed? Against whom have you raised your voice and lifted your eyes in pride? Against the Holy One of Israel! Psalm 74:18 Remember how the enemy has mocked You, O LORD, how a foolish people has spurned Your name. by ungodly sinners.” 1 Timothy 1:9 We realize that law is not enacted for the righteous, but for the lawless and rebellious, for the ungodly and sinful, for the unholy and profane, for killers of father or mother, for murderers, 2 Peter 3:7 And by that same word, the present heavens and earth are reserved for fire, being kept for the day of judgment and destruction of ungodly men. Psalm 1:5 Therefore the wicked will not stand in the judgment, nor sinners in the assembly of the righteous. Matthew 12:36 But I tell you that men will give an account on the day of judgment for every careless word they have spoken. Treasury of Scripture To execute judgment on all, and to convince all that are ungodly among them of all their ungodly deeds which they have ungodly committed, and of all their hard speeches which ungodly sinners have spoken against him. execute. Psalm 9:7,8 But the LORD shall endure for ever: he hath prepared his throne for judgment… Psalm 37:6 And he shall bring forth thy righteousness as the light, and thy judgment as the noonday. Psalm 50:1-6 A Psalm of Asaph. The mighty God, even the LORD, hath spoken, and called the earth from the rising of the sun unto the going down thereof… convince. Romans 2:5 But after thy hardness and impenitent heart treasurest up unto thyself wrath against the day of wrath and revelation of the righteous judgment of God; Romans 3:19,20 Now we know that what things soever the law saith, it saith to them who are under the law: that every mouth may be stopped, and all the world may become guilty before God… and of all. Jude 1:16 These are murmurers, complainers, walking after their own lusts; and their mouth speaketh great swelling words, having men's persons in admiration because of advantage. Exodus 16:8 And Moses said, This shall be, when the LORD shall give you in the evening flesh to eat, and in the morning bread to the full; for that the LORD heareth your murmurings which ye murmur against him: and what are we? your murmurings are not against us, but against the LORD. 1 Samuel 2:3 Talk no more so exceeding proudly; let not arrogancy come out of your mouth: for the LORD is a God of knowledge, and by him actions are weighed. Jump to Previous Acts Committed Convict Convince Decision Deeds Evil Execute Hard Harsh Impiously Judge Judgment Sinners Speeches Ungodliness Ungodly Unpleasing Way Words Works WroughtJump to Next Acts Committed Convict Convince Decision Deeds Evil Execute Hard Harsh Impiously Judge Judgment Sinners Speeches Ungodliness Ungodly Unpleasing Way Words Works WroughtJude 1 1. He exhorts them to be constant in the profession of the faith.4. false teachers crept in to seduce them, for whose evil doctrine a horrible punishment is prepared; 20. whereas the godly may persevere, grow in grace, and keep the faith. to execute judgment on everyone This phrase emphasizes the universality of God's judgment. It reflects the biblical theme that God's judgment is impartial and all-encompassing, as seen in passages like Romans 2:6-11, where God is described as rendering to each person according to their deeds. The concept of divine judgment is rooted in the Old Testament, with prophetic books like Isaiah and Jeremiah frequently warning of God's impending judgment on nations and individuals. The idea of judgment is also central to the teachings of Jesus, who spoke of a final judgment in parables such as the Sheep and the Goats (Matthew 25:31-46). and to convict all the ungodly of every ungodly act of wickedness and every harsh word spoken against Him by ungodly sinners. Persons / Places / Events 1. JudeThe author of the epistle, traditionally identified as Jude, the brother of James and half-brother of Jesus. He writes to warn believers about false teachers and to encourage them to contend for the faith. 2. Enoch Jude references a prophecy attributed to Enoch, a figure from Genesis who "walked with God" and was taken up to heaven without dying. This prophecy is not found in the canonical Old Testament but is part of the apocryphal Book of Enoch. 3. Ungodly Sinners Individuals who live in opposition to God's will, characterized by their wicked actions and harsh words against God. 4. Judgment The event where God will execute justice, holding every person accountable for their actions and words. 5. False Teachers Though not directly mentioned in this verse, they are the primary concern of Jude's letter, as they lead others into ungodliness. Teaching Points The Certainty of JudgmentGod's judgment is inevitable and comprehensive. Believers should live with an awareness of this truth, striving to align their lives with God's will. The Power of Words Words have significant weight in God's eyes. We must be mindful of our speech, ensuring it reflects godliness rather than ungodliness. The Danger of Ungodliness Ungodliness is not just about actions but also attitudes and words. Believers are called to reject ungodliness in all its forms. The Role of Prophecy Prophecies, like Enoch's, serve as warnings and encouragements for believers to remain steadfast in their faith. Contending for the Faith In light of false teachings and ungodliness, believers must actively defend and uphold the truth of the Gospel. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Jude 1:15?2. How does Jude 1:15 emphasize God's judgment on the ungodly? 3. What actions are described as "ungodly deeds" in Jude 1:15? 4. How does Jude 1:15 connect with Old Testament prophecies about judgment? 5. How can we avoid being among those judged as "ungodly" in Jude 1:15? 6. What practical steps can we take to live righteously in light of Jude 1:15? 7. What does Jude 1:15 reveal about God's judgment on the ungodly? 8. How does Jude 1:15 align with the concept of divine justice? 9. Why does Jude 1:15 emphasize the ungodly's "harsh words" against God? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Jude 1? 11. What does it mean to be ungodly? 12. Jude 1:14 quotes Enoch--does this endorse the Book of Enoch as divinely inspired? 13. If Obadiah 1:15 predicts universal judgment, why do some other biblical texts suggest mercy and restoration for nations? 14. Job 8:11-13 compares the fate of sinners to papyrus plants withering; does this metaphor conflict with other biblical teachings about God's mercy? What Does Jude 1:15 Mean To execute judgment on everyoneThe verse begins by reminding us that the Lord “comes … to execute judgment on everyone.” This is a sweeping declaration: no one is outside His jurisdiction. Scripture consistently affirms that a final, universal judgment is coming (Acts 17:31; Hebrews 9:27; Revelation 20:11-15). Because the Judge is holy, His verdicts are perfectly just. For believers, this truth stirs gratitude—our penalty has been borne by Christ (Romans 8:1). For the unrepentant, it is a sober warning that every life will one day be reviewed before a righteous throne. To convict all the ungodly Next, Jude stresses that the purpose of the judgment is “to convict all the ungodly.” “Convict” here is courtroom language: God will present undeniable evidence establishing guilt (Romans 3:19). The term “ungodly” surfaces repeatedly in Jude (vv. 4, 15, 18), underscoring lives lived without reverence for God (Psalm 14:1). While the Spirit now convicts hearts (John 16:8), a day is coming when that inner conviction becomes an unanswerable public verdict. Every ungodly act of wickedness The scope of the evidence is exhaustive: “every ungodly act of wickedness.” Nothing slips through the cracks (Ecclesiastes 12:14; Romans 2:5-6). Each deed that disregards God’s character will be brought to light. For the redeemed, Christ’s finished work covers our record (Colossians 2:14). Yet His Lordship also motivates us to renounce ungodliness and live uprightly as we await His appearing (Titus 2:11-13). Every harsh word spoken against Him Jude adds that even “every harsh word spoken against Him by ungodly sinners” will be examined. Jesus taught the same: “I tell you that men will give an account on the day of judgment for every careless word they have spoken” (Matthew 12:36-37). Words reveal the heart (Luke 6:45). Scoffing and blasphemy may sound bold now, but each affront to God’s name will one day be confronted (Psalm 73:9; 2 Peter 3:3-7). By contrast, believers are urged to use speech that honors Christ and builds others up (Ephesians 4:29). summary Jude 1:15 paints a solemn yet necessary picture of the Lord’s return: universal judgment, undeniable conviction, meticulous review of every deed, and accountability for every word. These realities magnify God’s holiness and justice, highlight the urgency of repentance, and deepen our gratitude for the saving work of Jesus, who alone can present us “faultless before His glorious presence with great joy” (Jude 1:24). Greek to executeποιῆσαι (poiēsai) Verb - Aorist Infinitive Active Strong's 4160: (a) I make, manufacture, construct, (b) I do, act, cause. Apparently a prolonged form of an obsolete primary; to make or do. judgment κρίσιν (krisin) Noun - Accusative Feminine Singular Strong's 2920: Decision; by extension, a tribunal; by implication, justice. on κατὰ (kata) Preposition Strong's 2596: A primary particle; down, in varied relations (genitive, dative or accusative) with which it is joined). everyone, πάντων (pantōn) Adjective - Genitive Masculine Plural Strong's 3956: All, the whole, every kind of. Including all the forms of declension; apparently a primary word; all, any, every, the whole. and καὶ (kai) Conjunction Strong's 2532: And, even, also, namely. to convict ἐλέγξαι (elenxai) Verb - Aorist Infinitive Active Strong's 1651: (a) I reprove, rebuke, discipline, (b) I expose, show to be guilty. Of uncertain affinity; to confute, admonish. all πάντας (pantas) Adjective - Accusative Masculine Plural Strong's 3956: All, the whole, every kind of. Including all the forms of declension; apparently a primary word; all, any, every, the whole. the τοὺς (tous) Article - Accusative Masculine Plural Strong's 3588: The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the. ungodly ἀσεβεῖς (asebeis) Adjective - Nominative Masculine Plural Strong's 765: Impious, ungodly, wicked. Irreverent, i.e. impious or wicked. of περὶ (peri) Preposition Strong's 4012: From the base of peran; properly, through, i.e. Around; figuratively with respect to; used in various applications, of place, cause or time. every πάντων (pantōn) Adjective - Genitive Neuter Plural Strong's 3956: All, the whole, every kind of. Including all the forms of declension; apparently a primary word; all, any, every, the whole. ungodly ἠσέβησαν (ēsebēsan) Verb - Aorist Indicative Active - 3rd Person Plural Strong's 764: To be ungodly, act profanely. From asebes; to be impious or wicked. act ἔργων (ergōn) Noun - Genitive Neuter Plural Strong's 2041: From a primary ergo; toil; by implication, an act. of wickedness ἀσεβείας (asebeias) Noun - Genitive Feminine Singular Strong's 763: Impiety, irreverence, ungodliness, wickedness. From asebes; impiety, i.e. wickedness. and καὶ (kai) Conjunction Strong's 2532: And, even, also, namely. every πάντων (pantōn) Adjective - Genitive Neuter Plural Strong's 3956: All, the whole, every kind of. Including all the forms of declension; apparently a primary word; all, any, every, the whole. harsh [word] σκληρῶν (sklērōn) Adjective - Genitive Neuter Plural Strong's 4642: Hard, violent, harsh, stern. From the base of skelos; dry, i.e. Hard or tough. spoken ἐλάλησαν (elalēsan) Verb - Aorist Indicative Active - 3rd Person Plural Strong's 2980: A prolonged form of an otherwise obsolete verb; to talk, i.e. Utter words. against κατ’ (kat’) Preposition Strong's 2596: A primary particle; down, in varied relations (genitive, dative or accusative) with which it is joined). Him αὐτοῦ (autou) Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Genitive Masculine 3rd Person Singular Strong's 846: He, she, it, they, them, same. From the particle au; the reflexive pronoun self, used of the third person, and of the other persons. by ungodly ἀσεβεῖς (asebeis) Adjective - Nominative Masculine Plural Strong's 765: Impious, ungodly, wicked. Irreverent, i.e. impious or wicked. sinners.” ἁμαρτωλοὶ (hamartōloi) Adjective - Nominative Masculine Plural Strong's 268: Sinning, sinful, depraved, detestable. From hamartano; sinful, i.e. A sinner. 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