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The Restitution of All Things

By Andrew Jukes

The Second Death and the Restitution of All Things

"Wilt thou shew wonders to the dead? Shall the dead arise and praise thee? Shall thy loving-kindness be declared in the grave? Or thy faithfulness in destruction?" — Psalm 88:10-11

About This Work

In this book, Andrew Jukes examines what Scripture teaches about the ultimate destiny of the human race. Rather than treating eternal punishment as settled doctrine, Jukes sets out to test the question against the full witness of the Bible, weighing it alongside human reason, church tradition, and the testimony of the Fathers.

The table of contents below outlines the book's structure, from its treatment of the nature of Scripture itself through to its closing notes on biblical language and historical sources.

Contents

  1. Preface
  2. Introduction
  3. I. The Nature of Scripture
  4. II. The Teaching of Scripture, as to the Destiny of the Human Race
    • The First-born to Save the Later-born
    • Through Successive Ages
    • Through Death and Judgment
  5. III. Popular Objections
    • Objections from Church Teaching
    • Objections from Reason
    • Objections from Scripture
  6. Notes on the Scripture Use of "Death" and "Destruction"
  7. Extracts from the Fathers

A single-file reading version of the complete text is also noted in the original table of contents for readers who prefer one continuous document.

Andrew Jukes devoted his life to a careful, prayerful examination of Scripture, seeking to understand the full scope of God's redemptive plan. In his writings, he challenged the settled assumptions of his day, arguing that the love of God must ultimately triumph over every form of darkness. His work on the restitution of all things invites readers to consider whether the biblical witness points toward a final restoration rather than endless destruction. For those who walk by the light of God's word, Jukes offers a compelling vision of hope that reaches beyond the grave, where the lamp of divine mercy shines into even the deepest shadows of human existence.

Hannah Whitall Smith's writings continue to illuminate the path of faith for countless readers who long for a deeper, more restful walk with God. Her emphasis on the Christian's rest in Christ speaks directly to hearts burdened by striving and uncertainty. She understood that true peace is not found in human effort but in surrendering to the One who has already accomplished all things. Her gentle yet profound insights remind us that the lamp which burns in our hearts is not of our own kindling, but a gift of grace that guides our feet along the path of righteousness, even when the way ahead seems unclear.

Return to The Writings of Andrew Jukes for more of his works, including Types in Genesis.