Jude 1:3

Beloved. Occurring at the beginning of an epistle only here and 3 John 1:2.

When I gave all diligence [π α σ α ν σ π ο υ δ η ν π ο ι ο υ μ ε ν ο ς]. Lit., making all diligence; the phrase found only here. In Hebrews 6:11, we find "shew diligence" [ε ν δ ε ι κ ν υ σ θ α ι]; and in 2 Peter 1:5, "adding diligence." See note there.

The common salvation. The best texts add hJmwn, of us. So Rev., "our common salvation."

It was needful [α ν α γ κ η ν ε σ χ ο ν]. Lit., I had necessity. Alford, I found it necessary. Rev., I was constrained.

Earnestly contend [ε π α γ ω ν ι ζ ε σ θ α ι]. Only here in New Testament.

The faith. The sum of what Christians believe. See on Acts 6:7.

Once [α π α ξ]. Nor formerly, but once for all. So Rev., "No other faith will be given," says Bengel.