Jude 1:19 bbe — These are the men who make divisions, natural men, not having the Spirit.

Bible in Basic English

"These are the men who make divisions, natural men, not having the Spirit."

— Jude 1:19, Bible in Basic English

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Jude 1 — Context

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These are the men who make trouble, ever desiring change, going after evil pleasures, using high-sounding words, respecting men's position in the hope of reward.

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But you, my loved ones, keep in memory the words which were said before by the Apostles of our Lord Jesus Christ,

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How they said to you, In the last days there will be men who, guided by their evil desires, will make sport of holy things.

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These are the men who make divisions, natural men, not having the Spirit.

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But you, my loved ones, building yourselves up on your most holy faith, and making prayers in the Holy Spirit,

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Keep yourselves in the love of God, looking for life eternal through the mercy of our Lord Jesus Christ.

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And have pity on those who are in doubt;

Jude 1:19 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Jude 1:19 say?
Jude 1:19 in the Bible in Basic English reads: “These are the men who make divisions, natural men, not having the Spirit.”
Where is Jude 1:19 in the Bible?
Jude 1:19 is found in the New Testament, in the book of Jude, chapter 1, verse 19.
Who wrote Jude?
Jude is traditionally attributed to Jude, half-brother of Jesus and brother of James. It was written c. AD 65–80.
What is the book of Jude about?
Jude calls Christians to "contend earnestly for the faith" against false teachers who twist grace into license. The book gathers vivid Old Testament warnings and ends with one of Scripture's most beloved benedictions to "him that is able to keep you from falling."
What are the major themes of Jude?
Jude explores themes including Contending for the Faith, False Teachers, Mercy, Preservation. These themes shape the meaning and context of Jude 1:19.
What translation should I read Jude 1:19 in?
Jude 1:19 is available on GodsGoodBook in the King James Version (KJV), American Standard Version (ASV), World English Bible (WEB), NET Bible, Young's Literal Translation, Darby Bible, Douay-Rheims Bible, and the Bible in Basic English. Each translation reflects different translation philosophies — use the translation picker on this page to compare them, or browse our full translations directory.
How can I memorize Jude 1:19?
Jude 1:19 reads (BBE): “These are the men who make divisions, natural men, not having the Spirit.” Read it aloud, break it into short phrases, repeat each phrase three times before adding the next, then put the phrases together. Reading it in multiple translations (above) often helps the meaning settle.
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