27 And he has given him authority to judge because he is the Son of Man.

Other Translations of John 5:27

King James Version

27 And hath given him authority to execute judgment also, because he is the Son of man.

English Standard Version

27 And he has given him authority to execute judgment, because he is the Son of Man.

The Message

27 And he has given him the authority, simply because he is the Son of Man, to decide and carry out matters of Judgment.

New King James Version

27 and has given Him authority to execute judgment also, because He is the Son of Man.

New Living Translation

27 And he has given him authority to judge everyone because he is the Son of Man.

Matthew Henry's Commentary on John 5:27

Commentary on John 5:24-29

(Read John 5:24-29)

Our Lord declared his authority and character, as the Messiah. The time was come when the dead should hear his voice, as the Son of God, and live. Our Lord first refers to his raising those who were dead in sin, to newness of life, by the power of the Spirit, and then to his raising the dead in their graves. The office of Judge of all men, can only be exercised by one who has all knowledge, and almighty power. May we believe His testimony; thus our faith and hope will be in God, and we shall not come into condemnation. And may His voice reach the hearts of those dead in sin; that they may do works meet for repentance, and prepare for the solemn day.