And indeed, have mercy on those who doubt;
Parallel translations
- WEB On some have compassion, making a distinction,
- KJV And of some have compassion, making a difference:
- NKJV And on some have compassion, making a distinction;
- NASB And have mercy on some, who are doubting;
- NLT And you must show mercy to those whose faith is wavering.
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Quick answer
Jude instructs believers to show mercy to those who doubt, making careful distinctions among them.
Overview
Having addressed how to stand firm, Jude turns to how to help others affected by the false teaching. Toward those wavering in doubt, the response is mercy and discernment rather than harshness. The exact wording and the number of groups in verses 22 and 23 vary among manuscripts, but the consistent thrust is compassionate, wise care for people at different stages of spiritual danger.
Cross-references & the web
Cross-references · 7
- Jas 5:19–20My brothers, if one of you should wander from the truth and someone should bring him back,
- Gal 6:1Brothers, if someone is caught in a trespass, you who are spiritual should restore him with a spirit of gentleness. But watch yourself, or you also may be tempted.
- 1 Jn 5:16–18If anyone sees his brother committing a sin not leading to death, he should ask God, who will give life to those who commit this kind of sin. There is a sin that leads to death; I am not saying he should ask regarding that sin.
- Jude 1:4–13For certain men have crept in among you unnoticed—ungodly ones who were designated long ago for condemnation. They turn the grace of our God into a license for immorality, and they deny our only Master and Lord, Jesus Christ.
- Heb 6:4–8It is impossible for those who have once been enlightened, who have tasted the heavenly gift, who have shared in the Holy Spirit,
- Ezek 34:17This is what the Lord GOD says to you, My flock: ‘I will judge between one sheep and another, between the rams and the goats.
- Gal 4:20how I wish I could be with you now and change my tone, because I am perplexed about you.
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