New International VersionFor you granted him authority over all people that he might give eternal life to all those you have given him.
New Living TranslationFor you have given him authority over everyone. He gives eternal life to each one you have given him.
English Standard Versionsince you have given him authority over all flesh, to give eternal life to all whom you have given him.
Berean Standard BibleFor You granted Him authority over all people, so that He may give eternal life to all those You have given Him.
Berean Literal BibleAs You gave Him authority over all flesh, so that all whom You have given Him, He may give to them eternal life.
King James BibleAs thou hast given him power over all flesh, that he should give eternal life to as many as thou hast given him.
New King James Versionas You have given Him authority over all flesh, that He should give eternal life to as many as You have given Him.
New American Standard Biblejust as You gave Him authority over all mankind, so that to all whom You have given Him, He may give eternal life.
NASB 1995even as You gave Him authority over all flesh, that to all whom You have given Him, He may give eternal life.
NASB 1977even as Thou gavest Him authority over all mankind, that to all whom Thou hast given Him, He may give eternal life.
Legacy Standard Bibleeven as You gave Him authority over all flesh, that to all whom You have given Him, He may give eternal life.
Amplified BibleJust as You have given Him power and authority over all mankind, [now glorify Him] so that He may give eternal life to all whom You have given Him [to be His—permanently and forever].
Christian Standard Biblesince you gave him authority over all people, so that he may give eternal life to everyone you have given him.
Holman Christian Standard Biblefor You gave Him authority over all flesh; so He may give eternal life to all You have given Him.
American Standard Versioneven as thou gavest him authority over all flesh, that to all whom thou hast given him, he should give eternal life.
Contemporary English VersionAnd you gave him power over all people, so he would give eternal life to everyone you give him.
English Revised Versioneven as thou gavest him authority over all flesh, that whatsoever thou hast given him, to them he should give eternal life.
GOD'S WORD® TranslationAfter all, you've given him authority over all humanity so that he can give eternal life to all those you gave to him.
Good News TranslationFor you gave him authority over all people, so that he might give eternal life to all those you gave him.
International Standard VersionFor you have given him authority over all humanity so that he might give eternal life to all those you gave him.
NET Biblejust as you have given him authority over all humanity, so that he may give eternal life to everyone you have given him.
New Heart English Bibleeven as you gave him authority over all flesh, he will give everlasting life to all whom you have given him.
Webster's Bible TranslationAs thou hast given him power over all flesh, that he should give eternal life to as many as thou hast given him.
Weymouth New Testamenteven as Thou hast given Him authority over all mankind, so that on all whom Thou hast given Him He may bestow the Life of the Ages. Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleFor You granted Him authority over all people, so that He will give eternal life to all those You have given Him.
World English Bibleeven as you gave him authority over all flesh, so he will give eternal life to all whom you have given him. Literal Translations Literal Standard Versionaccording as You gave to Him authority over all flesh, that—all that You have given to Him—He may give to them continuous life;
Berean Literal BibleAs You gave Him authority over all flesh, so that all whom You have given Him, He may give to them eternal life.
Young's Literal Translation according as Thou didst give to him authority over all flesh, that -- all that Thou hast given to him -- he may give to them life age-during;
Smith's Literal TranslationAs thou gavest him the power of all flesh, that every one which thou hast given him, he should give to them eternal life. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleAs thou hast given him power over all flesh, that he may give eternal life to all whom thou hast given him.
Catholic Public Domain Versionjust as you have given authority over all flesh to him, so that he may give eternal life to all those whom you have given to him.
New American Biblejust as you gave him authority over all people, so that he may give eternal life to all you gave him.
New Revised Standard Versionsince you have given him authority over all people, to give eternal life to all whom you have given him. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleSince you have given him power over all flesh, so that to all whom you have given him, he may give life eternal.
Aramaic Bible in Plain English“Just as you have given him authority over all flesh, he will give eternal life to them, because you have given all things whatsoever unto him.” NT Translations Anderson New Testamentas thou hast given him authority over all flesh, that he may give eternal life to all that thou hast given him.
Godbey New Testamentas thou didst give Him authority over all flesh, in order that whatsoever thou hast given unto Him, He may give unto them eternal life.
Haweis New Testament
even as thou hast given him authority over all flesh, that with regard to all those whom thou hast given him, he should give to them eternal life:
Mace New Testament
for thou hast given him power over all men, that he might give eternal life to as many as thou hast given him.
Weymouth New Testament
even as Thou hast given Him authority over all mankind, so that on all whom Thou hast given Him He may bestow the Life of the Ages.
Worrell New Testament
even as Thou gavest Him authority over all flesh, that to all Whom Thou hast given Him He should give eternal life.
Worsley New Testament
as Thou hast given Him power over all flesh, thatas to all which Thou hast given Him, He might give them eternal life;
Additional Translations ... Audio Bible
Context Prayer for the Son1When Jesus had spoken these things, He lifted up His eyes to heaven and said, “Father, the hour has come. Glorify Your Son, that Your Son may glorify You. 2ForYou grantedHimauthorityover allpeople,so thatHe may giveeternallifeto allthoseYou have givenHim.3Now this is eternal life, that they may know You, the only true God, and Jesus Christ, whom You have sent.…
Cross References Matthew 28:18Then Jesus came to them and said, “All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to Me.
Daniel 7:14And He was given dominion, glory, and kingship, that the people of every nation and language should serve Him. His dominion is an everlasting dominion that will not pass away, and His kingdom is one that will never be destroyed.
Philippians 2:9-11Therefore God exalted Him to the highest place and gave Him the name above all names, / that at the name of Jesus every knee should bow, in heaven and on earth and under the earth, / and every tongue confess that Jesus Christ is Lord, to the glory of God the Father.
Colossians 1:16-17For in Him all things were created, things in heaven and on earth, visible and invisible, whether thrones or dominions or rulers or authorities. All things were created through Him and for Him. / He is before all things, and in Him all things hold together.
Ephesians 1:20-22which He exerted in Christ when He raised Him from the dead and seated Him at His right hand in the heavenly realms, / far above all rule and authority, power and dominion, and every name that is named, not only in the present age but also in the one to come. / And God put everything under His feet and made Him head over everything for the church,
Hebrews 2:8and placed everything under his feet.” When God subjected all things to him, He left nothing outside of his control. Yet at present we do not see everything subject to him.
Revelation 1:18the Living One. I was dead, and behold, now I am alive forever and ever! And I hold the keys of Death and of Hades.
1 Corinthians 15:27For “God has put everything under His feet.” Now when it says that everything has been put under Him, this clearly does not include the One who put everything under Him.
Acts 2:36Therefore let all Israel know with certainty that God has made this Jesus, whom you crucified, both Lord and Christ!”
Romans 14:9For this reason Christ died and returned to life, that He might be the Lord of both the dead and the living.
Psalm 2:8Ask Me, and I will make the nations Your inheritance, the ends of the earth Your possession.
Isaiah 9:6-7For unto us a child is born, unto us a son is given, and the government will be upon His shoulders. And He will be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace. / Of the increase of His government and peace there will be no end. He will reign on the throne of David and over his kingdom, to establish and sustain it with justice and righteousness from that time and forevermore. The zeal of the LORD of Hosts will accomplish this.
Psalm 110:1A Psalm of David. The LORD said to my Lord: “Sit at My right hand until I make Your enemies a footstool for Your feet.”
1 Peter 3:22who has gone into heaven and is at the right hand of God, with angels, authorities, and powers subject to Him.
Revelation 5:12-13In a loud voice they were saying: “Worthy is the Lamb who was slain, to receive power and riches and wisdom and strength and honor and glory and blessing!” / And I heard every creature in heaven and on earth and under the earth and in the sea, and all that is in them, saying: “To Him who sits on the throne and to the Lamb be praise and honor and glory and power forever and ever!”
Treasury of Scripture As you have given him power over all flesh, that he should give eternal life to as many as you have given him. As. John 3:35 The Father loveth the Son, and hath given all things into his hand. John 5:21-29 For as the Father raiseth up the dead, and quickeneththem; even so the Son quickeneth whom he will… Psalm 2:6-12 Yet have I set my king upon my holy hill of Zion… give. John 17:24 Father, I will that they also, whom thou hast given me, be with me where I am; that they may behold my glory, which thou hast given me: for thou lovedst me before the foundation of the world. John 4:14 But whosoever drinketh of the water that I shall give him shall never thirst; but the water that I shall give him shall be in him a well of water springing up into everlasting life. John 6:27,54-57 Labour not for the meat which perisheth, but for that meat which endureth unto everlasting life, which the Son of man shall give unto you: for him hath God the Father sealed… many. John 6:37,39 All that the Father giveth me shall come to me; and him that cometh to me I will in no wise cast out… John 10:29 My Father, which gavethem me, is greater than all; and noman is able to pluckthem out of my Father's hand. Jump to Previous Age-DuringAgesAuthorityBestowEternalFleshGrantedLifeMankindPowerJump to Next Age-DuringAgesAuthorityBestowEternalFleshGrantedLifeMankindPowerJohn 17 1.Jesus prays to his Father.For You granted Him authority over all peopleThis phrase highlights the divine authority given to Jesus by God the Father. This authority is comprehensive, extending over all humanity, which aligns with the biblical theme of Jesus' sovereignty ( Matthew 28:18). The concept of authority is rooted in the Old Testament, where God is depicted as the ultimate ruler ( Psalm 103:19). Jesus' authority is not self-assumed but granted by the Father, emphasizing the unity and purpose within the Trinity. This authority is also a fulfillment of the messianic prophecy in Daniel 7:14, where the Son of Man is given dominion and glory. so that He may give eternal life
The purpose of Jesus' authority is to grant eternal life, a central theme in the Gospel of John. Eternal life is not merely unending existence but a quality of life that begins now and continues forever, characterized by a relationship with God (John 17:3). This gift of eternal life is a fulfillment of God's promise and is made possible through Jesus' sacrificial death and resurrection (John 3:16). The concept of eternal life is deeply rooted in Jewish eschatological hope, yet Jesus redefines it as knowing God personally. to all those You have given Him
This phrase indicates the divine election and the security of believers. Those given to Jesus by the Father are the elect, chosen before the foundation of the world (Ephesians 1:4). This reflects the biblical doctrine of predestination, where God's sovereign choice is emphasized. The relationship between the Father and the Son is central, as the Father entrusts believers to the Son, ensuring their salvation and eternal security (John 6:37-39). This also underscores the intimate relationship between Jesus and His followers, as they are a gift from the Father to the Son. Persons / Places / Events 1. Jesus ChristThe central figure in this passage, who is speaking to God the Father. He is the one granted authority over all humanity. 2. God the FatherThe one who grants authority to Jesus. This highlights the relationship and unity between the Father and the Son. 3. HumanityRefers to all people over whom Jesus has been given authority. 4. Eternal LifeThe gift that Jesus gives to those whom the Father has given Him. It is a central theme in the Gospel of John. 5. The DisciplesWhile not directly mentioned in this verse, they are the immediate audience of Jesus' prayer in John 17, representing those given to Jesus by the Father. Teaching Points Authority of ChristRecognize and submit to the authority of Jesus in all aspects of life, understanding that His authority is divinely granted. Gift of Eternal LifeReflect on the assurance and hope of eternal life that Jesus offers to believers, a gift from the Father. Divine Sovereignty and Human ResponsibilityBalance the understanding of God's sovereignty in giving people to Jesus with the call to respond in faith. Unity with the FatherEmulate the unity and relationship between Jesus and the Father in our relationships with others. Mission and EvangelismBe encouraged to share the message of eternal life, knowing that Jesus has authority over all humanity. Lists and Questions Top 10 Lessons from John 17
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If Jesus is God, why does He call the Father 'the only true God' (John 17:3)?(2) As thou hast given him power over all flesh.--Better, According as thou gavest Him . . . This is the ground on which the prayer in John 17:1 is based. (Comp. John 10:36; John 13:3.) The glory for which He asks is in accordance with the decree which appointed His Messianic work. "All flesh" represents a Greek translation of a Hebrew phrase. It occurs again inMatthew 24:22;Mark 13:20;Luke 3:6;Acts 2:17;Romans 3:20;1Corinthians 1:29;1Corinthians 15:39;Galatians 2:16;1Peter 1:24. St. John uses it in this place only. Its especial signification is humanity as such, considered in its weakness and imperfection. . . . Verse 2. - Even as thou gavest him authority - an indefeasible claim of influence and intimate organic relations with humanity - over all flesh. [This phrase answers to ( col bosor) the Old Testament term for the whole of humanity, the entire race, and is one adopted by New Testament writers ( Matthew 24:22; Luke 3:6; 1 Corinthians 1:29; Galatians 2:16).] This authority was implied in his incarnation and sacrifice, and in the recapitulation of all things in him. St. Paul says, "Because he tasted death for every man, God has highly exalted him, and given him the Name that is above every name," etc. These opening words reveal the universality and world-wide aspects of the mission and authority and saving power of the Son of God. He holds the keys of the kingdom and city of God. The government is upon his shoulder. Through him all the nations on earth are to be blessed. But the dependence of "all flesh" upon a Divine gift of eternal life through him is no less conspicuous; hence the hopelessness of human nature as it is and apart from grace. The end of this glorification of the Son in the Father is that, in the exercise of this authority, he may give eternal life to all whom thou hast given him. The construction is unusual, and literally rendered would be, that with reference to the whole of that which thou hast given him, to them he should give eternal life. The clause, πᾶν ὅ δέδωκας, may be a nominative or accusative absolute, which, by the defining αὐτοῖς, is subsequently resolved into individual elements. The redeemed humanity of all time has been given to the incarnate Son, and is undoubtedly different from the ( πάσα σάρξ) "all flesh" of the previous clause, but it is further explained to mean the individual men and women who receive from him eternal life. The bestowment of eternal life on those thus given to him is the method in which he will glorify the Father (see notes on John 6:37, where the Father is said to draw men to himself by means of the unveiling of his own true character in the Son, and where this drawing is seen to be another way of describing the Father's gift to the Son). Those who are given to Christ are those who are drawn by the Father's grace to see his perfect self-revelation in the face of Jesus Christ, of whom Jesus says, "I will by no means cast them out" ( John 6:37), and concerning whom he avers, "No one cometh unto the Father but by me" ( John 14:6). Ζώη αἰώνιος, life eternal, is frequently described as his gift. From the first the evangelist has regarded ξώη as the inherent and inalienable prerogative of the "Logos," and the source of all the "light" which has lighted men. This "life," which is "light," came into the world in his birth, and became the head of a new humanity. It is clearly more than, and profoundly different from, the principle of unending existence. Life is more than perpetuity of being, and eternity is not endlessness, nor is "eternal life" a mere prolongation of duration; it refers rather to state and quality than to one condition of that state; it is the negation of time rather than indefinite or infinite prolongation of time. That which Christ gives to those who believe in him, receive him, is the life of God himself. It is strongly urged by many that this eternal life is a present realizable possession, that he that hath the Son hath life, and that we are to disregard the future in the conscious enjoyment of this blessedness; but we must not forget that our Lord obviously refers the life eternal to the future in Matthew 19:29; Mark 10:30; Luke 18:30; Matthew 25:46. Nor are these statements, as some have said, incompatible with the representations of this Gospel (see John 6:40, 54; John 11:25; John 12:25). The aionian blessedness may have a partial realization here and now, but not fill our vision is less clouded and our perils are less severe shall we fully apprehend it. Nor is this inconsistent with Ver. 3.
Parallel Commentaries ...
Greek Forκαθὼς(kathōs)Adverb
Strong's 2531:According to the manner in which, in the degree that, just as, as. From kata and hos; just as, that.You grantedἔδωκας(edōkas)Verb - Aorist Indicative Active - 2nd Person Singular
Strong's 1325:To offer, give; I put, place. A prolonged form of a primary verb; to give.Himαὐτῷ(autō)Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Dative 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.authorityἐξουσίαν(exousian)Noun - Accusative Feminine Singular
Strong's 1849:From exesti; privilege, i.e. force, capacity, competency, freedom, or mastery, delegated influence.over allπάσης(pasēs)Adjective - Genitive Feminine Singular
Strong's 3956:All, the whole, every kind of. Including all the forms of declension; apparently a primary word; all, any, every, the whole.humanity,σαρκός(sarkos)Noun - Genitive Feminine Singular
Strong's 4561:Flesh, body, human nature, materiality; kindred.so thatἵνα(hina)Conjunction
Strong's 2443:In order that, so that. Probably from the same as the former part of heautou; in order that.He may giveδώσῃ(dōsē)Verb - Aorist Subjunctive Active - 3rd Person Singular
Strong's 1325:To offer, give; I put, place. A prolonged form of a primary verb; to give.eternalαἰώνιον(aiōnion)Adjective - Accusative Feminine Singular
Strong's 166:From aion; perpetual.lifeζωὴν(zōēn)Noun - Accusative Feminine Singular
Strong's 2222:Life, both of physical (present) and of spiritual (particularly future) existence. From zao; life.[to] allπᾶν(pan)Adjective - Accusative Neuter Singular
Strong's 3956:All, the whole, every kind of. Including all the forms of declension; apparently a primary word; all, any, every, the whole.thoseὃ(ho)Personal / Relative Pronoun - Accusative Neuter Singular
Strong's 3739:Who, which, what, that.You have givenδέδωκας(dedōkas)Verb - Perfect Indicative Active - 2nd Person Singular
Strong's 1325:To offer, give; I put, place. A prolonged form of a primary verb; to give.Him.αὐτῷ(autō)Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Dative 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.
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