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The Woman Caught in Adultery
…14Jesus replied, “Even if I testify about Myself, My testimony is valid, because I know where I came from and where I am going. But you do not know where I came from or where I am going.15Youjudgeaccording totheflesh;Ijudgeno one.16But even if I do judge, My judgment is true, because I am not alone; I am with the Father who sent Me.…

Treasury of Scripture

You judge after the flesh; I judge no man.

judge.

John 7:24
Judge not according to the appearance, but judge righteous judgment.

1 Samuel 16:7
But the LORD said unto Samuel, Look not on his countenance, or on the height of his stature; because I have refused him: forthe LORD seeth not as man seeth; for man looketh on the outward appearance, but the LORD looketh on the heart.

Psalm 58:1,2
To the chief Musician, Altaschith, Michtam of David. Do ye indeed speak righteousness, O congregation? do ye judge uprightly, O ye sons of men? …

I judge.

John 8:11
She said, No man, Lord. And Jesus said unto her, Neither do I condemn thee: go, and sin no more.

John 3:17
For God sent not his Son into the world to condemn the world; but that the world through him might be saved.

John 12:47
And if any man hear my words, and believe not, I judge him not: for I came not to judge the world, but to save the world.

AppearancesFleshHumanJudgeJudgingJudgmentStandardsAppearancesFleshHumanJudgeJudgingJudgmentStandards1.Jesus delivers the woman taken in adultery.
12.He declares himself the light of the world, and justifies his doctrine;
31.promises freedom to those who believe;
33.answers the Jews who boasted of Abraham;
48.answers their reviling, by showing his authority and dignity;
59.and slips away from those who would stone him.

You judge according to the flesh;
This phrase highlights the contrast between human judgment and divine judgment. In the context ofJohn 8, Jesus is addressing the Pharisees, who often judged based on external appearances and legalistic interpretations of the law. The "flesh" refers to human nature and worldly standards, which are limited and flawed. This reflects the broader biblical theme that humans look at outward appearances, but God looks at the heart (1 Samuel 16:7). The Pharisees' judgment was often superficial, focusing on adherence to the law rather than the spirit behind it. This critique aligns with Jesus' broader ministry, which emphasized inner transformation over external compliance.

I judge no one.
Here, Jesus asserts His role as the ultimate judge, yet He states that He judges no one. This can be understood in the context of His first coming, where His mission was to save rather than to condemn (John 3:17). Jesus' statement underscores His role as the Savior during His earthly ministry, offering grace and truth rather than immediate judgment. However, this does not negate His role as the final judge, as other scriptures affirm that He will judge the living and the dead (Acts 10:42,2 Timothy 4:1). This dual role of Jesus as both Savior and Judge is a central tenet of Christian theology, emphasizing the opportunity for repentance and salvation before the final judgment.

1.Jesus Christ
The central figure in this passage, Jesus is addressing the Pharisees and contrasting His divine perspective with their earthly judgment.

2.Pharisees
A religious group in Judaism known for strict adherence to the Law and traditions. They often clashed with Jesus over interpretations of the Law and spiritual matters.

3.Temple Courts
The setting of this discourse, where Jesus often taught and engaged with both followers and critics.

4.Judgment
The act of forming an opinion or conclusion about someone or something. In this context, it refers to the Pharisees' judgment based on human standards.

5.Flesh
Refers to human nature and worldly perspectives, often contrasted with spiritual insight in the New Testament.Understanding Divine Judgment
Jesus contrasts His divine perspective with human judgment. As believers, we are called to seek God's wisdom and discernment rather than relying solely on human understanding.

Avoiding Superficial Judgments
The Pharisees judged according to the flesh, focusing on external appearances and legalistic standards. We must strive to look beyond the surface and seek the heart of the matter, as God does.

Emulating Christ's Example
Jesus states, "I judge no one," highlighting His mission of grace and redemption. We should emulate His example by extending grace and refraining from harsh judgments.

The Role of the Holy Spirit
The Holy Spirit aids believers in discerning truth and making righteous judgments. We should rely on the Spirit's guidance in our interactions and decisions.

Reflecting on Our Own Hearts
Before judging others, we must examine our own hearts and motives. This self-reflection helps us approach others with humility and compassion.1.What is the meaning of John 8:15?

2.How does John 8:15 challenge us to avoid judging others by appearances?

3.What does Jesus mean by "I judge no one" in John 8:15?

4.How can we apply John 8:15 to our daily interactions with others?

5.How does John 8:15 connect with Matthew 7:1 about judging others?

6.In what ways can John 8:15 guide our understanding of Christ's character?

7.How does John 8:15 challenge the concept of human judgment versus divine judgment?

8.What does John 8:15 reveal about Jesus' perspective on human judgment?

9.How does John 8:15 fit into the broader theme of judgment in the Gospel of John?

10.What are the top 10 Lessons from John 8?

11.Did Jesus judge others? (John 8:15 vs. John 5:22)

12.John 8:14-18: How do Jesus's statements about His testimony reconcile with other biblical passages that require two or more witnesses?

13.Hosea 13:4: How can God declare 'there is no Savior besides Me' while other passages depict human saviors or mediators, seeming to contradict this exclusivity?

14.Who will be judged? (John 5:22 vs. Romans 8:1)You judge

• Jesus looks the religious leaders in the eye and says, “You judge”—He is exposing that they are already forming verdicts about Him (John 8:13).

• Their judgments spring from pride and self-righteousness, much like the self-exalting critic inRomans 2:1 who “passes judgment on someone else” while doing the same things.

• He has warned before: “Do not judge by appearance, but judge with righteous judgment” (John 7:24). The problem is not judging itself—Scripture commands discernment—but judging by the wrong standard.

• By placing the spotlight on their judging, Jesus prepares them (and us) to consider what real, God-honoring evaluation looks like (James 4:12).

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According to the flesh

• “According to the flesh” means by merely human, outward, earth-bound criteria.

– People tend to look at credentials, popularity, and external conformity; God looks at the heart (1 Samuel 16:7).

– The natural mind “does not accept the things of the Spirit of God” (1 Corinthians 2:14), so its verdicts miss heaven’s perspective.

– When the leaders weighed Jesus, they fixated on His Galilean background (John 7:52) and ignored the prophetic signs—classic fleshly judgment.

• Living by the flesh always ends in partiality and hypocrisy (James 2:1-4). Christ’s contrast invites us to walk by the Spirit, weighing everything in the light of God’s Word (Galatians 5:16;Psalm 119:105).

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I judge no one

• In this moment Jesus reveals the purpose of His first coming: “For God did not send His Son into the world to condemn the world, but to save the world through Him” (John 3:17).

• He holds full authority to judge—“The Father has entrusted all judgment to the Son” (John 5:22)—yet He withholds final judgment, offering grace.

• This restraint does not deny a future reckoning. He later declares, “The word I have spoken will judge him on the last day” (John 12:48).Acts 17:31 and2 Corinthians 5:10 echo that certainty.

• For now, His mission is rescue: He stands ready to forgive the adulterous woman (John 8:11) and any sinner who believes (John 6:37). His refusal to judge prematurely showcases God’s patience (2 Peter 3:9).

• Followers of Christ are called to mirror this posture—truthful yet redemptive—judging rightly but never writing people off while grace is still extended (Ephesians 4:15;Galatians 6:1).

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summary

John 8:15 exposes two radically different approaches to judgment. The religious leaders measure everything “according to the flesh,” relying on shallow, self-centered standards. Jesus, possessing all authority, chooses not to render final verdicts during His earthly ministry but to extend mercy and call sinners to life. The verse urges us to abandon fleshly assessments, embrace spiritual discernment rooted in Scripture, and join Christ in offering grace while there is still time.

(15)Ye judge after the flesh; I judge no man.--The pronouns are placed in emphatic contrast. "You on your part . . . I for My part." We must beware of the common mistake of finding the origin of this thought of judgment inJohn 8:10-11, which as we have seen do not belong to this context. It arises rather fromJohn 8:13. The statement of the Pharisees, "Thou art bearing witness concerning Thyself; Thy witness is not true," was a condemnatory judgment based upon appearances. (Comp. Note onJohn 7:24.) They allowed these appearances to carry them away from a righteous judgment. They looked at the form of human flesh, and declared His witness false. Had they listened to the words He spoke, and judged according to their spiritual meaning, they would have heard the voice of the Messiah and have seen the Light of the world.

This thought of the Pharisees, in their ignorance judging that which they knew not, suggests by contrast the thought that He. in perfect knowledge judges no one. (Comp.John 3:17.)

Verse 15. -You judge -i.e. you condemn me, you repudiate my claim to be the "Living Water" and the "Light of the world" -after the flesh (κατὰ τὴν σάρκα), according to the outward appearance; you look at my mere humanity. Our Lord did not accuse them of the fleshly, blinded, unjust judgments of unregenerate men. The articleτὴν, and not the well known formulaκατὰ σάρκα, prevents such an interpretation. He rather reasons and pleads with them. He suggests that they might, if they would, look below the surface of his flesh. Tim evangelist, who reports the substance of this discussion, has written. "The Word was made flesh." So if the incarnate Word had always been judged "after the flesh," we should never have seen his glory, nor recognized the nobler part of his Personality.I judge no man. Numerous efforts have been made to find the underlying modification of this assertion. Augustine, Chrysostom, Cyril, and many moderns add, "after the flesh," or "as you do" (the latter is the suggestion of Lucke, which, as Meyer says, comes to the same thing), or "now," pointing on to the actual assumption of his judiciary powers at the consummation of all things, and contrasting his earthly ministry of mercy with the ultimate majesty of his judgment throne (Westcott). Storr, Moulton, Godet. suggest "I by myself" - I alone, independently of the Father, judge no man. Meyer rejects all these attempts to add to the text, and maintains that our Lord is claiming the lofty position of Saviour rather than Judge. He came with that as his primary aim, purpose, intent; to heal, not to wound; to save, not to destroy; to give time for repentance, not to hurry sinners to their doom; to illumine, not to cover with darkness. Yet even Meyer admits a practical exception of great importance to be involved in the next clause, which does not differ from Westcott's interpretation.

Parallel Commentaries ...


You
Ὑμεῖς(Hymeis)
Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Nominative 2nd Person Plural
Strong's 4771:You. The person pronoun of the second person singular; thou.

judge
κρίνετε(krinete)
Verb - Present Indicative Active - 2nd Person Plural
Strong's 2919:Properly, to distinguish, i.e. Decide; by implication, to try, condemn, punish.

according to
κατὰ(kata)
Preposition
Strong's 2596:A primary particle; down, in varied relations (genitive, dative or accusative) with which it is joined).

the
τὴν(tēn)
Article - Accusative Feminine Singular
Strong's 3588:The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the.

flesh;
σάρκα(sarka)
Noun - Accusative Feminine Singular
Strong's 4561:Flesh, body, human nature, materiality; kindred.

I
ἐγὼ(egō)
Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Nominative 1st Person Singular
Strong's 1473:I, the first-person pronoun. A primary pronoun of the first person I.

judge
κρίνω(krinō)
Verb - Present Indicative Active - 1st Person Singular
Strong's 2919:Properly, to distinguish, i.e. Decide; by implication, to try, condemn, punish.

no one.
οὐδένα(oudena)
Adjective - Accusative Masculine Singular
Strong's 3762:No one, none, nothing.


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