New International Versionthat all may honor the Son just as they honor the Father. Whoever does not honor the Son does not honor the Father, who sent him.
New Living Translationso that everyone will honor the Son, just as they honor the Father. Anyone who does not honor the Son is certainly not honoring the Father who sent him.
English Standard Versionthat all may honor the Son, just as they honor the Father. Whoever does not honor the Son does not honor the Father who sent him.
Berean Standard Bibleso that all may honor the Son just as they honor the Father. Whoever does not honor the Son does not honor the Father who sent Him.
Berean Literal Bibleso that all may honor the Son, even as they honor the Father. He who is not honoring the Son is not honoring the Father, the One having sent Him.
King James BibleThat all men should honour the Son, even as they honour the Father. He that honoureth not the Son honoureth not the Father which hath sent him.
New King James Versionthat all should honor the Son just as they honor the Father. He who does not honor the Son does not honor the Father who sent Him.
New American Standard Bibleso that all will honor the Son just as they honor the Father. The one who does not honor the Son does not honor the Father who sent Him.
NASB 1995so that all will honor the Son even as they honor the Father. He who does not honor the Son does not honor the Father who sent Him.
NASB 1977in order that all may honor the Son, even as they honor the Father. He who does not honor the Son does not honor the Father who sent Him.
Legacy Standard Bibleso that all will honor the Son even as they honor the Father. He who does not honor the Son does not honor the Father who sent Him.
Amplified Bibleso that all will give honor (reverence, homage) to the Son just as they give honor to the Father. [In fact] the one who does not honor the Son does not honor the Father who has sent Him.
Christian Standard Bibleso that all people may honor the Son just as they honor the Father. Anyone who does not honor the Son does not honor the Father who sent him.
Holman Christian Standard Bibleso that all people will honor the Son just as they honor the Father. Anyone who does not honor the Son does not honor the Father who sent Him.
American Standard Versionthat all may honor the Son, even as they honor the Father. He that honoreth not the Son honoreth not the Father that sent him.
Contemporary English VersionThe Father wants all people to honor the Son as much as they honor him. When anyone refuses to honor the Son, this is the same as refusing to honor the Father who sent him.
English Revised Versionthat all may honour the Son, even as they honour the Father. He that honoureth not the Son honoureth not the Father which sent him.
GOD'S WORD® Translationso that everyone will honor the Son as they honor the Father. Whoever doesn't honor the Son doesn't honor the Father who sent him.
Good News Translationso that all will honor the Son in the same way as they honor the Father. Whoever does not honor the Son does not honor the Father who sent him.
International Standard Versionso that everyone may honor the Son as they honor the Father. Whoever does not honor the Son does not honor the Father who sent him.
NET Bibleso that all people will honor the Son just as they honor the Father. The one who does not honor the Son does not honor the Father who sent him.
New Heart English Biblethat all may honor the Son, even as they honor the Father. Whoever does not honor the Son does not honor the Father who sent him.
Webster's Bible TranslationThat all men should honor the Son, even as they honor the Father. He that honoreth not the Son, honoreth not the Father who hath sent him.
Weymouth New Testamentthat all may honour the Son even as they honour the Father. The man who withholds honour from the Son withholds honour from the Father who sent Him. Majority Text Translations Majority Standard Bibleso that all may honor the Son just as they honor the Father. Whoever does not honor the Son does not honor the Father who sent Him.
World English Biblethat all may honor the Son, even as they honor the Father. He who doesn’t honor the Son doesn’t honor the Father who sent him. Literal Translations Literal Standard Versionthat all may honor the Son according as they honor the Father; he who is not honoring the Son, does not honor the Father who sent Him.
Berean Literal Bibleso that all may honor the Son, even as they honor the Father. He who is not honoring the Son is not honoring the Father, the One having sent Him.
Young's Literal Translation that all may honour the Son according as they honour the Father; he who is not honouring the Son, doth not honour the Father who sent him.
Smith's Literal TranslationThat all should honour the Son, as they honour the Father. He honouring not the Son, honours not the Father having sent him. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleThat all men may honour the Son, as they honour the Father. He who honoureth not the Son, honoureth not the Father, who hath sent him.
Catholic Public Domain Versionso that all may honor the Son, just as they honor the Father. Whoever does not honor the Son, does not honor the Father who sent him.
New American Bibleso that all may honor the Son just as they honor the Father. Whoever does not honor the Son does not honor the Father who sent him.
New Revised Standard Versionso that all may honor the Son just as they honor the Father. Anyone who does not honor the Son does not honor the Father who sent him. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleSo that every man should honor the Son, just as he honors the Father. He who does not honor the Son, does not honor the Father who sent him.
Aramaic Bible in Plain EnglishThat everyone should honor The Son as one honors The Father. He who does not honor The Son is not honoring The Father who sent him. NT Translations Anderson New Testamentthat all may honor the Son, as they honor the Father. He that honors not the Son, honors not the Father who sent him.
Godbey New Testament
in order that all may honor the Son, as they may honor the Father. He that honoreth not the Son honoreth not the Father who sent Him.
Haweis New Testament
in order that all may honour the Son, just as they honour the Father. He that honoureth not the Son, doth not honour the Father who sent him.
Mace New Testament
that all men should honour the son, even as they honour the father, he that honoureth not the son, honoureth not the father who hath sent him.
Weymouth New Testament
that all may honour the Son even as they honour the Father. The man who withholds honour from the Son withholds honour from the Father who sent Him.
Worrell New Testament
that all may honor the Son even as they honor the Father. He that honors not the Son honors not the Father Who sent Him.
Worsley New Testament
that allmen may honour the Son,even as they honour the Father: he, that honoureth not the Son, honoureth not the Father that sent Him.
Additional Translations ... Audio Bible
Context The Father and the Son… 22Furthermore, the Father judges no one, but has assigned all judgment to the Son, 23so thatallmay honortheSonjust asthey honortheFather.Whoeverdoes not honortheSondoes not honortheFatherwhosentHim.24Truly, truly, I tell you, whoever hears My word and believes Him who sent Me has eternal life and will not come under judgment. Indeed, he has crossed over from death to life.…
Cross References 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.
Hebrews 1:6And again, when God brings His firstborn into the world, He says: “Let all God’s angels worship 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!”
John 14:6-7Jesus answered, “I am the way and the truth and the life. No one comes to the Father except through Me. / If you had known Me, you would know My Father as well. From now on you do know Him and have seen Him.”
John 1:1-3In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God. / He was with God in the beginning. / Through Him all things were made, and without Him nothing was made that has been made.
Colossians 1:15-19The Son is the image of the invisible God, the firstborn over all creation. / For 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. ...
Matthew 28:18Then Jesus came to them and said, “All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to Me.
1 John 2:23Whoever denies the Son does not have the Father, but whoever confesses the Son has the Father as well.
1 John 5:12Whoever has the Son has life; whoever does not have the Son of God does not have life.
John 3:35-36The Father loves the Son and has placed all things in His hands. / Whoever believes in the Son has eternal life. Whoever rejects the Son will not see life. Instead, the wrath of God remains on him.”
John 10:30I and the Father are one.”
John 17:1-5When 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. / For You granted Him authority over all people, so that He may give eternal life to all those You have given Him. / Now this is eternal life, that they may know You, the only true God, and Jesus Christ, whom You have sent. ...
Acts 4:12Salvation exists in no one else, for there is no other name under heaven given to men by which we must be saved.”
Isaiah 9:6For 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.
Daniel 7:13-14In my vision in the night I continued to watch, and I saw One like the Son of Man coming with the clouds of heaven. He approached the Ancient of Days and was led into His presence. / And 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.
Treasury of Scripture That all men should honor the Son, even as they honor the Father. He that honors not the Son honors not the Father which has sent him. all men. John 14:1 Let not your heart be troubled: ye believe in God, believe also in me. Psalm 146:3-5 Put not your trust in princes,nor in the son of man, in whomthere is no help… Jeremiah 17:5-7 Thus saith the LORD; Cursedbe the man that trusteth in man, and maketh flesh his arm, and whose heart departeth from the LORD… He that. John 15:23,24 He that hateth me hateth my Father also… John 16:14 He shall glorify me: for he shall receive of mine, and shall shewit unto you. John 17:10 And all mine are thine, and thine are mine; and I am glorified in them. Jump to Previous GivesHonorHonorethHonourHonourethHonouringHonoursWithholdsJump to Next GivesHonorHonorethHonourHonourethHonouringHonoursWithholdsJohn 5 1.Jesus on the Sabbath day cures him who was diseased thirty-eight years.10.The Jews therefore object, and persecute him for it.17.He answers for himself, and reproves them, showing by the testimony of his Father,31.of John,36.of his works,39.and of the Scriptures, who he is.so that all may honor the SonThis phrase emphasizes the equality of honor between the Son and the Father, highlighting the divine nature of Jesus. In the cultural context of first-century Judaism, honor was a significant social value, often associated with one's status and authority. By stating that all should honor the Son, Jesus is asserting His divine authority and status, which was a radical claim in a monotheistic society. This aligns with Philippians 2:9-11, where every knee shall bow to Jesus, indicating universal recognition of His lordship. just as they honor the Father.
The comparison here underscores the unity and equality between the Father and the Son. In Jewish tradition, God the Father was the ultimate object of worship and reverence. By equating the honor due to the Son with that due to the Father, Jesus is making a profound theological statement about His identity. This is consistent with the prologue of John (John 1:1-14), which presents Jesus as the Word, who was with God and was God, reinforcing the concept of the Trinity. Whoever does not honor the Son
This phrase serves as a warning and a delineation of true faith. In the context of the Gospel of John, belief in Jesus as the Son of God is central to salvation (John 3:16-18). The rejection of the Son is equated with a rejection of the Father, which was a contentious point with the Jewish leaders who claimed to honor God but rejected Jesus. This reflects the broader biblical theme of the necessity of recognizing Jesus' divine role for a proper relationship with God. does not honor the Father who sent Him.
This statement reinforces the mission and authority of Jesus as being directly from the Father. The concept of being "sent" is significant in John's Gospel, emphasizing Jesus' divine origin and purpose (John 3:17,John 17:3). It also reflects the prophetic tradition where prophets were sent by God to deliver His message. However, Jesus is more than a prophet; He is the Son, and to reject Him is to reject the Father Himself, as seen in the parable of the tenants (Mark 12:1-12). This underscores the inseparable relationship between the Father and the Son in the work of salvation. Persons / Places / Events 1. Jesus ChristThe central figure in this passage, emphasizing His divine authority and equality with God the Father. 2. God the FatherThe one who sent Jesus, highlighting the unity and shared honor between the Father and the Son. 3. The Jewish LeadersAlthough not directly mentioned in this verse, they are the audience in the broader context of John 5, questioning Jesus' authority. 4. JerusalemThe setting of this discourse, where Jesus performed miracles and taught in the temple. 5. The Healing at BethesdaThe event preceding this teaching, where Jesus healed a man on the Sabbath, leading to the confrontation with Jewish leaders. Teaching Points The Unity of the Father and the SonUnderstanding the inseparable relationship between the Father and the Son is crucial for a proper theological perspective. Honoring one means honoring the other. The Importance of Christ's DivinityRecognizing Jesus as divine is essential for true Christian faith. This passage affirms His equality with God, which is foundational for salvation. The Call to Honor JesusAs believers, we are called to honor Jesus in our lives, reflecting His character and teachings in our actions and decisions. The Consequences of DishonorFailing to honor the Son results in dishonoring the Father. This serves as a warning to those who might reject or minimize Jesus' role and authority. Living Out Our FaithOur daily lives should reflect the honor we give to Jesus, influencing how we interact with others and make choices that align with His teachings. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1.What is the meaning of John 5:23?
2.How does John 5:23 emphasize the importance of honoring both the Father and Son?
3.What does honoring the Son reveal about our relationship with the Father?
4.How can we practically honor the Son in our daily lives?
5.How does John 5:23 connect with Philippians 2:10-11 about Jesus' authority?
6.In what ways can honoring Jesus impact our witness to others?
7.How does John 5:23 affirm the divinity of Jesus?
8.Why is honoring the Son as important as honoring the Father in John 5:23?
9.What historical evidence supports the claims made in John 5:23?
10.What are the top 10 Lessons from John 5?
11.What similarities exist between Moses and Jesus?
12.What does the title 'God the Son' mean?
13.What does Binitarianism mean in religious context?
14.What defines the Athanasian Creed?What Does John 5:23 Mean Context ofJohn 5:23Jesus has healed on the Sabbath, provoking controversy (John 5:1-18). In response, He declares that He is working just as the Father works, revealing His full equality with God. Verse 23 sits in that explanation, revealing why the Father has given all judgment to the Son—“so that all may honor the Son.”
so that all may honor the Son• The Father’s purpose in granting authority and judgment to Jesus is universal honor for the Son. • This isn’t a suggestion; it is the divine intention that every person recognize Jesus’ worth (Philippians 2:9-11;Revelation 5:12-13). • Honor involves worship, obedience, and joyful submission—more than polite respect. • By placing the Son at the center of honor, the Father lifts Him above every prophet, priest, or king (Hebrews 1:1-4).
just as they honor the Father• The honor due to Christ is not lesser or secondary; it is identical to that given the Father (John 1:1;Colossians 1:15-17). • Any view of Jesus that reduces Him to a created being or mere example falls short of the Father’s revealed will (Isaiah 42:8 alongsideJohn 17:5). • Worship of the Son is therefore true worship of God, never idolatry (Revelation 5:13-14).
Whoever does not honor the Son• Jesus draws a sharp line: neutrality toward Him is impossible (Matthew 12:30). • Refusing to honor Christ—whether through disbelief, indifference, or outright rejection—places a person outside fellowship with God (John 3:18). • The gravity of this statement underscores evangelism and missions: people must see and savor Jesus as Lord (Acts 4:12).
does not honor the Father who sent Him• The Father and Son are so united that dishonor to one is dishonor to the other (John 10:30). • Claiming to revere God while ignoring or denying Jesus is self-deception (1 John 2:23). • The Father Himself bears witness to the Son—at Jesus’ baptism (Matthew 3:17) and transfiguration (Matthew 17:5)—so rejecting that witness dishonors the Sender. • True worshipers “worship the Father in spirit and truth” (John 4:23), and that truth is centered in Christ.
summaryJohn 5:23 reveals the Father’s purpose: universal, equal honor for the Son. To honor Jesus is to honor God; to withhold honor from Him is to dishonor God. The passage calls every heart to worship, trust, and obey Christ, recognizing in Him the full glory of the Father who sent Him. Verse 23. - The purpose of the entire commission of judgment to the Son, a bestowment which illustrates the quickening results that he (who does the will of the Father) wills to effect, is now gathered to a lofty climax, abundantly vindicating the right he had claimed to call God his own Father. It is as follows, in order that all may honour the Son.Τιμῶσιν, not προσκυνῶσιν ("honour," not "worship"), is the word used; but seeing that the identical sentiment of reverence due to the Supreme Being, to the Father, is that which is here said to be due to the Son, and is here declared to be the reason why all judgment is entrusted to the issues of his will, - we are at a loss to know how loftier attributes could be ascribed to the Son. It is surprising that Weiss should declare it "impossible to find any statements here as to the metaphysical unity and equality of the Son and the Father, although current apologetics believe it has succeeded in doing so" ('Life of Christ,' vol. 2:326, note). Luthardt asks, "What other form of τιμη than that which calls him 'Lord and God' shall belief now assume, than that which the Christian Church cherishes toward Jesus?" Thoma points to Ephesians 2:1-5; Colossians 2:11-13, and other great parallels in the New Testament. We gladly accept them, not as proof that the Johannist framed Christ's discourse from them, but as proof that the ideas of St. Paul were not originated by him. but came from the direct assertions of Christ, of which we have the historic trace.
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Greek 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.allπάντες(pantes)Adjective - Nominative Masculine Plural
Strong's 3956:All, the whole, every kind of. Including all the forms of declension; apparently a primary word; all, any, every, the whole.may honorτιμῶσι(timōsi)Verb - Present Subjunctive Active - 3rd Person Plural
Strong's 5091:From timios; to prize, i.e. Fix a valuation upon; by implication, to revere.theτὸν(ton)Article - Accusative Masculine Singular
Strong's 3588:The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the.SonΥἱὸν(Huion)Noun - Accusative Masculine Singular
Strong's 5207:A son, descendent. Apparently a primary word; a 'son', used very widely of immediate, remote or figuratively, kinship.just asκαθὼς(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.they honorτιμῶσι(timōsi)Verb - Present Indicative Active - 3rd Person Plural
Strong's 5091:From timios; to prize, i.e. Fix a valuation upon; by implication, to revere.theτὸν(ton)Article - Accusative Masculine Singular
Strong's 3588:The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the.Father.Πατέρα(Patera)Noun - Accusative Masculine Singular
Strong's 3962:Father, (Heavenly) Father, ancestor, elder, senior. Apparently a primary word; a 'father'.Whoeverὁ(ho)Article - Nominative Masculine Singular
Strong's 3588:The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the.does not honorτιμῶν(timōn)Verb - Present Participle Active - Nominative Masculine Singular
Strong's 5091:From timios; to prize, i.e. Fix a valuation upon; by implication, to revere.theτὸν(ton)Article - Accusative Masculine Singular
Strong's 3588:The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the.SonΥἱὸν(Huion)Noun - Accusative Masculine Singular
Strong's 5207:A son, descendent. Apparently a primary word; a 'son', used very widely of immediate, remote or figuratively, kinship.does not honorτιμᾷ(tima)Verb - Present Indicative Active - 3rd Person Singular
Strong's 5091:From timios; to prize, i.e. Fix a valuation upon; by implication, to revere.theτὸν(ton)Article - Accusative Masculine Singular
Strong's 3588:The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the.FatherΠατέρα(Patera)Noun - Accusative Masculine Singular
Strong's 3962:Father, (Heavenly) Father, ancestor, elder, senior. Apparently a primary word; a 'father'.whoτὸν(ton)Article - Accusative Masculine Singular
Strong's 3588:The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the.sentπέμψαντα(pempsanta)Verb - Aorist Participle Active - Accusative Masculine Singular
Strong's 3992:To send, transmit, permit to go, put forth.Him.αὐτόν(auton)Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Accusative 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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