Jude 1:23

Dutch Statenvertaling (Importantia edition)

Maar behoudt anderen door vreze, en grijpt ze uit het vuur; en haat ook den rok, die van het vlees bevlekt is.

Wat betekent dit?

This verse tells us to help others who are in trouble or danger, like pulling them out of a fire. It says we should do this with fear and care, but also hate the bad things that affect them.

Uitgelegd voor kinderen

Imagine your friend is stuck in quicksand and you need to pull them out quickly, but carefully, so they don't get hurt. You want to save them from danger, just like how we should help others who are going through tough times.

Historische achtergrond

This verse was written by Jude, the brother of James and a relative of Jesus. It was likely written around AD 65-80 to early Christians facing heresy and moral decline in the early church communities.

Toepassing voor vandaag

In your community or workplace, you might see someone struggling with harmful habits or bad influences. This verse encourages you to reach out carefully, offering support while avoiding getting pulled into their negative environment.

Onderwerpen

• helping others
• salvation
• discipleship
• moral struggle
• redemption
• spiritual warfare

Gerelateerde verzen

• Matthew 18:15-17
• 2 Timothy 2:24-26
• Galatians 6:1
• Ephesians 5:11
• Hosea 6:1

Aanbevolen literatuur

Commentaar Commentaren op Jude → Deze Bijbel Studiebijbel Statenvertaling (Importantia edition) →

Veelgestelde vragen

What does it mean to save others with fear?

It means approaching the situation carefully and respectfully, recognizing the seriousness of the task and the potential for harm.

How should we handle 'garments spotted by the flesh'?

We need to avoid being tainted by the sins or habits that affect those we are helping, focusing on spiritual purity while supporting others.

Is this verse about physically pulling someone out of a fire?

No, it's a metaphor for saving people from harmful situations or influences, similar to how one would rescue someone from danger.

Why is hating the garment mentioned in helping others?

It emphasizes the importance of not adopting the bad habits or behaviors of those we are trying to help, maintaining a clear separation between right and wrong.