
Study the Book of
Jude
A guide to understanding the structure, themes, and message of
Jude
Overview
Jude warns believers about false teachers and calls the church to contend for the faith entrusted to them.
Quick Facts
Date
c. AD 60–80
Author
Jude
Testament
New Testament
Biblical Division
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Literary Genre
Pastoral exhortation
Purpose
To urge believers to defend the truth of the gospel against teachings that distort God’s grace.
Historical & Biblical Context
<p class="font_7">Jude addresses the presence of individuals who had entered Christian communities and were promoting destructive ideas while claiming spiritual authority. These teachers distorted the meaning of God’s grace and encouraged behavior inconsistent with the gospel. Jude responds with a strong appeal for believers to remain vigilant and committed to the truth they had received. The letter draws on examples from Israel’s history and other familiar traditions to illustrate the consequences of rebellion against God. Despite its warnings, the book concludes with encouragement for believers to remain grounded in faith, prayer, and mutual support. Within the New Testament, Jude serves as a reminder that preserving the integrity of the gospel message requires both discernment and perseverance.</p>
Structure


Major Themes
Key Passages

How to Study
Jude
Guided Study Path
If you're not sure where to begin, this pathway breaks the book into study units that can be carefully observed and meditated on in one sitting, though they don't have to be. Study 1, for example, can take several days, while Study 2 may be only one day. It's intentionally not broken into timed units, so that you can move at your own pace and spend time with each passage.
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Jude
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