Jude 1:11
Meaning, cross-references, and a prayer for Jude 1:11 — by Collins Asein
Quick Summary
Jude 1:11 is a verse from the book of Jude in the New Testament. The NIV reads: "Woe to them! They have taken the way of Cain; they have rushed for profit into Balaam’s error; they have been destroyed ..." Below you will find the full verse text, cross-references, meaning, and a prayer based on this scripture.
Jude 1:11 — NIV
“Woe to them! They have taken the way of Cain; they have rushed for profit into Balaam’s error; they have been destroyed in Korah’s rebellion.”
— Jude 1:11 (NIV)
Cross-References for Jude 1:11
“They have left the straight way and wandered off to follow the way of Balaam, who loved the wages of wickedness.”
Shares the reference to the way of Balaam
“In the course of time Cain brought some of the fruits of the soil as an offering to the Lord... Cain said to his brother Abel, “Let’s go out to the field.” While they were in the field, Cain attacked his brother Abel and killed him.”
Relates to the way of Cain
“Korah son of Izhar, the son of Kohath, the son of Levi, and certain Reubenites—Dathan and Abiram, sons of Eliab, and On son of Peleth—became insolent and rose up against Moses... So Korah and all his followers were swallowed up.”
Connects to the rebellion of Korah
“The wrath of God is being revealed from heaven against all the godlessness and wickedness of people, who suppress the truth by their wickedness.”
Reflects on the judgment against ungodliness
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