John 17:2

As thou hast given him power over all flesh, that he should give eternal life to as many as thou hast given him.

King James Version
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Other Translations for John 17:2

BSB
For You granted Him authority over all people, so that He may give eternal life to all those You have given Him.
AKJV
As you have given him power over all flesh, that he should give eternal life to as many as you have given him.
CPDV
just as you have given authority over all flesh to him, so that he may give eternal life to all those whom you have given to him.
ERV
even as thou gavest him authority over all flesh, that whatsoever thou hast given him, to them he should give eternal life.
NHEB
even as you gave him authority over all flesh, he will give everlasting life to all whom you have given him.
SMT
As thou gavest him the power of all flesh, that every one which thou hast given him, he should give to them eternal life.

Commentary for John 17:2

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry
Overview of John 17:2
Summary
Jesus distributes eternal life through divine authority
Event
Jesus describes authority granted
Estimated Time Period
c. 30 AD
Category
Promise