James 1:3
New International Version
because you know that the testing of your faith produces perseverance.

New Living Translation
For you know that when your faith is tested, your endurance has a chance to grow.

English Standard Version
for you know that the testing of your faith produces steadfastness.

Berean Standard Bible
because you know that the testing of your faith develops perseverance.

Berean Literal Bible
knowing that testing of your faith produces endurance.

King James Bible
Knowing this, that the trying of your faith worketh patience.

New King James Version
knowing that the testing of your faith produces patience.

New American Standard Bible
knowing that the testing of your faith produces endurance.

NASB 1995
knowing that the testing of your faith produces endurance.

NASB 1977
knowing that the testing of your faith produces endurance.

Legacy Standard Bible
knowing that the testing of your faith brings about perseverance.

Amplified Bible
Be assured that the testing of your faith [through experience] produces endurance [leading to spiritual maturity, and inner peace].

Christian Standard Bible
because you know that the testing of your faith produces endurance.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
knowing that the testing of your faith produces endurance.

American Standard Version
knowing that the proving of your faith worketh patience.

Contemporary English Version
You know you learn to endure by having your faith tested.

English Revised Version
Knowing that the proof of your faith worketh patience.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
You know that such testing of your faith produces endurance.

Good News Translation
for you know that when your faith succeeds in facing such trials, the result is the ability to endure.

International Standard Version
because you know that the testing of your faith produces endurance.

Majority Standard Bible
because you know that the testing of your faith develops perseverance.

NET Bible
because you know that the testing of your faith produces endurance.

New Heart English Bible
knowing that the testing of your faith produces endurance.

Webster's Bible Translation
Knowing this, that the trying of your faith worketh patience.

Weymouth New Testament
Be assured that the testing of your faith leads to power of endurance.

World English Bible
knowing that the testing of your faith produces endurance.
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
knowing that the proof of your faith works endurance,

Berean Literal Bible
knowing that testing of your faith produces endurance.

Young's Literal Translation
knowing that the proof of your faith doth work endurance,

Smith's Literal Translation
Knowing that the proof of your faith works patience.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
Knowing that the trying of your faith worketh patience.

Catholic Public Domain Version
knowing that the proving of your faith exercises patience,

New American Bible
for you know that the testing of your faith produces perseverance.

New Revised Standard Version
because you know that the testing of your faith produces endurance;
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
For you know that the trial of faith will increase your patience.

Aramaic Bible in Plain English
For you know that the trial of faith imparts to you patience.
NT Translations
Anderson New Testament
knowing that the trial of your faith produces patience.

Godbey New Testament
Knowing that the trial of your faith works out endurance.

Haweis New Testament
knowing that the proof of your faith produceth patience.

Mace New Testament
that the bringing your faith to the test, produces constancy.

Weymouth New Testament
Be assured that the testing of your faith leads to power of endurance.

Worrell New Testament
knowing that the proving of your faith establishes patience.

Worsley New Testament
knowing this, that the trial of your faith worketh patience;

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
Rejoicing in Trials
2Consider it pure joy, my brothers, when you encounter trials of many kinds, 3because you know that the testing of your faith develops perseverance. 4Allow perseverance to finish its work, so that you may be mature and complete, not lacking anything.…

Cross References
Romans 5:3-4
Not only that, but we also rejoice in our sufferings, because we know that suffering produces perseverance; / perseverance, character; and character, hope.

1 Peter 1:6-7
In this you greatly rejoice, though now for a little while you may have had to suffer grief in various trials / so that the proven character of your faith—more precious than gold, which perishes even though refined by fire—may result in praise, glory, and honor at the revelation of Jesus Christ.

Hebrews 12:11
No discipline seems enjoyable at the time, but painful. Later on, however, it yields a harvest of righteousness and peace to those who have been trained by it.

1 Peter 4:12-13
Beloved, do not be surprised at the fiery trial that has come upon you, as though something strange were happening to you. / But rejoice that you share in the sufferings of Christ, so that you may be overjoyed at the revelation of His glory.

2 Corinthians 4:17
For our light and momentary affliction is producing for us an eternal weight of glory that is far beyond comparison.

1 Thessalonians 3:3-4
so that none of you would be shaken by these trials. For you know that we are destined for this. / Indeed, when we were with you, we kept warning you that we would suffer persecution; and as you know, it has come to pass.

Matthew 5:10-12
Blessed are those who are persecuted because of righteousness, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. / Blessed are you when people insult you, persecute you, and falsely say all kinds of evil against you because of Me. / Rejoice and be glad, because great is your reward in heaven, for in the same way they persecuted the prophets before you.

2 Timothy 3:12
Indeed, all who desire to live godly lives in Christ Jesus will be persecuted,

1 Corinthians 10:13
No temptation has seized you except what is common to man. And God is faithful; He will not let you be tempted beyond what you can bear. But when you are tempted, He will also provide an escape, so that you can stand up under it.

2 Corinthians 12:9-10
But He said to me, “My grace is sufficient for you, for My power is perfected in weakness.” Therefore I will boast all the more gladly in my weaknesses, so that the power of Christ may rest on me. / That is why, for the sake of Christ, I delight in weaknesses, in insults, in hardships, in persecutions, in difficulties. For when I am weak, then I am strong.

Philippians 1:29
For it has been granted to you on behalf of Christ not only to believe in Him, but also to suffer for Him,

John 16:33
I have told you these things so that in Me you may have peace. In the world you will have tribulation. But take courage; I have overcome the world!”

Acts 14:22
strengthening the souls of the disciples and encouraging them to continue in the faith. “We must endure many hardships to enter the kingdom of God,” they said.

1 Peter 5:10
And after you have suffered for a little while, the God of all grace, who has called you to His eternal glory in Christ, will Himself restore you, secure you, strengthen you, and establish you.

Hebrews 10:36
You need to persevere, so that after you have done the will of God, you will receive what He has promised.


Treasury of Scripture

Knowing this, that the trying of your faith works patience.

that.

Romans 5:3,4
And not only so, but we glory in tribulations also: knowing that tribulation worketh patience; …

Romans 8:28
And we know that all things work together for good to them that love God, to them who are the called according to his purpose.

2 Corinthians 4:17
For our light affliction, which is but for a moment, worketh for us a far more exceeding and eternal weight of glory;

patience.

Romans 2:7
To them who by patient continuance in well doing seek for glory and honour and immortality, eternal life:

Romans 8:25
But if we hope for that we see not, then do we with patience wait for it.

Romans 15:4
For whatsoever things were written aforetime were written for our learning, that we through patience and comfort of the scriptures might have hope.

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James 1
1. James greets the twelve tribes among the nations;
2. exhorts to rejoice in trials and temptations;
5. to ask patience of God;
13. and in our trials not to impute our weakness, or sins, to him,
19. but rather to hearken to the word, to meditate on it, and to do thereafter.
26. Otherwise men may seem, but never be, truly religious.














because you know
This phrase emphasizes the certainty and assurance that believers possess. The Greek word for "know" here is "γινώσκοντες" (ginōskontes), which implies a deep, experiential knowledge rather than mere intellectual understanding. This knowledge is rooted in the believer's relationship with God and the teachings of Scripture. Historically, this reflects the early Christian community's confidence in their faith despite external challenges. It is a reminder that our faith is not blind but informed by the truth of God's Word and the witness of the Holy Spirit.

that the testing
The term "testing" comes from the Greek word "δοκίμιον" (dokimion), which refers to the process of proving or examining something to determine its genuineness. In the context of James, this testing is not meant to destroy but to refine and strengthen. Archaeologically, the imagery of refining metals through fire was well-known in the ancient world, symbolizing purification and value. This testing is a divine process, allowing believers to grow in their faith and reliance on God.

of your faith
Faith, or "πίστις" (pistis) in Greek, is central to the Christian life. It is not merely belief but trust and commitment to God. The historical context of James' audience, who faced persecution and trials, underscores the importance of a robust faith. This faith is not passive but active, demonstrated through perseverance and obedience. Scripturally, faith is the foundation upon which believers stand, enabling them to endure and overcome life's challenges.

develops perseverance
The word "perseverance" is translated from the Greek "ὑπομονή" (hypomonē), which conveys steadfastness, endurance, and patience. It is the ability to remain faithful and committed despite difficulties. In the early church, perseverance was a vital virtue, as believers often faced severe trials for their faith. This perseverance is not self-generated but is a fruit of the Spirit, cultivated through reliance on God's strength. It is a testament to the transformative power of faith, producing maturity and completeness in the believer's life.

(3) Knowing this, that the trying of your faith worketh patience.--And this verse confirms our view of the preceding one; the habit of patience is to be the blessed result of all the weary effort under God's probation. James the Wise had learned it long and painfully, and he returns to his exhortation of it again, especially in James 5:7-11 (which see).

Verse 3. - Patience. Υπομονή in general is patience with regard to things, μακροθυμία is rather long-suffering with regard to persons (see Trench on 'Synonyms,' p. 186, and compare the notes on James 5:7, etc.).

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Greek
because you know
γινώσκοντες (ginōskontes)
Verb - Present Participle Active - Nominative Masculine Plural
Strong's 1097: A prolonged form of a primary verb; to 'know' in a great variety of applications and with many implications.

that
ὅτι (hoti)
Conjunction
Strong's 3754: Neuter of hostis as conjunction; demonstrative, that; causative, because.

the
τὸ (to)
Article - Nominative Neuter Singular
Strong's 3588: The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the.

testing
δοκίμιον (dokimion)
Noun - Nominative Neuter Singular
Strong's 1383: A test, trial, what is genuine. Neuter of a presumed derivative of dokime; a testing; by implication, trustworthiness.

of your
ὑμῶν (hymōn)
Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Genitive 2nd Person Plural
Strong's 4771: You. The person pronoun of the second person singular; thou.

faith
πίστεως (pisteōs)
Noun - Genitive Feminine Singular
Strong's 4102: Faith, belief, trust, confidence; fidelity, faithfulness.

develops
κατεργάζεται (katergazetai)
Verb - Present Indicative Middle or Passive - 3rd Person Singular
Strong's 2716: From kata and ergazomai; to work fully, i.e. Accomplish; by implication, to finish, fashion.

perseverance.
ὑπομονήν (hypomonēn)
Noun - Accusative Feminine Singular
Strong's 5281: Endurance, steadfastness, patient waiting for. From hupomeno; cheerful endurance, constancy.


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