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Jude 1:8

Ὁμοίως μέντοι καὶ οὗτοι ἐνυπνιαζόμενοι σάρκα μὲν μιαίνουσι, κυριότητα δὲ ἀθετοῦσι, δόξας δὲ βλασφημοῦσιν.

The Sentence Feels Like a Series of Charges

This verse moves with sharp rhythm and repeated accusation.

Greek does not describe only one action here. Instead, the sentence unfolds in a sequence of escalating behaviors.

they defile flesh

they reject authority

they slander glorious beings

The structure feels almost judicial, as though each phrase adds another layer to the indictment.

Greek creates force through repetition and balance.

Literal Translation

“Likewise also these dreamers defile the flesh, reject authority, and blaspheme glories.”

The translation sounds strong because the Greek itself is forceful and rhythmic.… Learn Koine Greek