Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version You see that a person is considered righteous by what they do and not by faith alone. New Living Translation So you see, we are shown to be right with God by what we do, not by faith alone. English Standard Version You see that a person is justified by works and not by faith alone. Berean Standard Bible As you can see, a man is justified by his deeds and not by faith alone. Berean Literal Bible You see that a man is justified by works, and not by faith alone. King James Bible Ye see then how that by works a man is justified, and not by faith only. New King James Version You see then that a man is justified by works, and not by faith only. New American Standard Bible You see that a person is justified by works and not by faith alone. NASB 1995 You see that a man is justified by works and not by faith alone. NASB 1977 You see that a man is justified by works, and not by faith alone. Legacy Standard Bible You see that a man is justified by works and not by faith alone. Amplified Bible You see that a man (believer) is justified by works and not by faith alone [that is, by acts of obedience a born-again believer reveals his faith]. Christian Standard Bible You see that a person is justified by works and not by faith alone. Holman Christian Standard Bible You see that a man is justified by works and not by faith alone. American Standard Version Ye see that by works a man is justified, and not only by faith. Contemporary English Version You can now see that we please God by what we do and not only by what we believe. English Revised Version Ye see that by works a man is justified, and not only by faith. GOD'S WORD® Translation You see that a person receives God's approval because of what he does, not only because of what he believes. Good News Translation You see, then, that it is by our actions that we are put right with God, and not by our faith alone. International Standard Version You observe that a person is justified through actions and not through faith alone. Majority Standard Bible As you can see, then, a man is justified by his deeds and not by faith alone. NET Bible You see that a person is justified by works and not by faith alone. New Heart English Bible You see that a person is justified by works and not by faith alone. Webster's Bible Translation Ye see then that by works a man is justified, and not by faith only. Weymouth New Testament You all see that it is because of actions that a man is pronounced righteous, and not simply because of faith. World English Bible You see then that by works a man is justified, and not only by faith. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionYou see, then, that man is considered righteous out of works, and not out of faith only; Berean Literal Bible You see that a man is justified by works, and not by faith alone. Young's Literal Translation Ye see, then, that out of works is man declared righteous, and not out of faith only; Smith's Literal Translation Therefore ye see that man is justified from works, and not from faith alone. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleDo you see that by works a man is justified; and not by faith only? Catholic Public Domain Version Do you see that a man is justified by means of works, and not by faith alone? New American Bible See how a person is justified by works and not by faith alone. New Revised Standard Version You see that a person is justified by works and not by faith alone. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleYou see then, how a man by works becomes righteous, and not by faith only. Aramaic Bible in Plain English You see that by works a man is justified and not from faith alone. NT Translations Anderson New TestamentDo you see that a man is justified by works, and not by faith only? Godbey New Testament You see that a man is justified by works, and not only by faith. Haweis New Testament Observe therefore that by works a man is justified, and not by faith merely. Mace New Testament you see then, that a man is accounted just for his actions, and not for his bare faith. Weymouth New Testament You all see that it is because of actions that a man is pronounced righteous, and not simply because of faith. Worrell New Testament Ye see that by works a man is justified, and not by faith only. Worsley New Testament Ye see then that a man is justified by works, and not by faith only. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context Faith and Works…23And the Scripture was fulfilled that says, “Abraham believed God, and it was credited to him as righteousness,” and he was called a friend of God. 24As you can see, a man is justified by his deeds and not by faith alone. 25In the same way, was not even Rahab the prostitute justified by her actions when she welcomed the spies and sent them off on another route?… Cross References Romans 3:28 For we maintain that a man is justified by faith apart from works of the law. Galatians 2:16 know that a man is not justified by works of the law, but by faith in Jesus Christ. So we, too, have believed in Christ Jesus, that we may be justified by faith in Christ and not by works of the law, because by works of the law no one will be justified. Ephesians 2:8-9 For it is by grace you have been saved through faith, and this not from yourselves; it is the gift of God, / not by works, so that no one can boast. Romans 4:2-5 If Abraham was indeed justified by works, he had something to boast about, but not before God. / For what does the Scripture say? “Abraham believed God, and it was credited to him as righteousness.” / Now the wages of the worker are not credited as a gift, but as an obligation. ... Hebrews 11:17-19 By faith Abraham, when he was tested, offered up Isaac on the altar. He who had received the promises was ready to offer his one and only son, / even though God had said to him, “Through Isaac your offspring will be reckoned.” / Abraham reasoned that God could raise the dead, and in a sense, he did receive Isaac back from death. Genesis 15:6 Abram believed the LORD, and it was credited to him as righteousness. Romans 5:1 Therefore, since we have been justified through faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ, Galatians 3:6-9 So also, “Abraham believed God, and it was credited to him as righteousness.” / Understand, then, that those who have faith are sons of Abraham. / The Scripture foresaw that God would justify the Gentiles by faith, and foretold the gospel to Abraham: “All nations will be blessed through you.” ... Matthew 7:21-23 Not everyone who says to Me, ‘Lord, Lord,’ will enter the kingdom of heaven, but only he who does the will of My Father in heaven. / Many will say to Me on that day, ‘Lord, Lord, did we not prophesy in Your name, and in Your name drive out demons and perform many miracles?’ / Then I will tell them plainly, ‘I never knew you; depart from Me, you workers of lawlessness!’ Luke 6:46 Why do you call Me ‘Lord, Lord,’ but do not do what I say? 1 John 3:7 Little children, let no one deceive you: The one who practices righteousness is righteous, just as Christ is righteous. Philippians 2:12-13 Therefore, my beloved, just as you have always obeyed, not only in my presence, but now even more in my absence, continue to work out your salvation with fear and trembling. / For it is God who works in you to will and to act on behalf of His good purpose. 1 Corinthians 13:2 If I have the gift of prophecy and can fathom all mysteries and all knowledge, and if I have absolute faith so as to move mountains, but have not love, I am nothing. 2 Peter 1:5-8 For this very reason, make every effort to add to your faith virtue; and to virtue, knowledge; / and to knowledge, self-control; and to self-control, perseverance; and to perseverance, godliness; / and to godliness, brotherly kindness; and to brotherly kindness, love. ... Titus 3:8 This saying is trustworthy. And I want you to emphasize these things, so that those who have believed God will take care to devote themselves to good deeds. These things are excellent and profitable for the people. Treasury of Scripture You see then how that by works a man is justified, and not by faith only. James 2:15-18,21,22 If a brother or sister be naked, and destitute of daily food, … Psalm 60:12 Through God we shall do valiantly: for he it is that shall tread down our enemies. Jump to Previous Actions Alone Declared Faith Judged Justified Principle Pronounced Righteous Righteousness Simply WorksJump to Next Actions Alone Declared Faith Judged Justified Principle Pronounced Righteous Righteousness Simply WorksJames 2 1. Do not regard the rich and despise the poor brothers;13. rather we are to be loving and merciful; 14. and not to boast of faith without deeds; 17. because faith without deeds is useless; 19. as is the faith of the demons; 21. however, Abraham displayed both faith and actions; 25. as did Rahab. As you can see This phrase indicates that the author, James, is drawing a conclusion from previous arguments or examples. In the context of James 2, he has been discussing the relationship between faith and works, using examples like Abraham and Rahab to illustrate his point. The phrase suggests that the evidence is clear and observable, emphasizing the practical nature of faith in action. a man is justified by his deeds and not by faith alone Persons / Places / Events 1. JamesThe author of the epistle, traditionally identified as James, the brother of Jesus and a leader in the early Jerusalem church. He writes to Jewish Christians scattered among the nations, addressing practical aspects of living out one's faith. 2. Abraham Mentioned earlier in James 2 as an example of someone whose faith was demonstrated through his actions, specifically his willingness to sacrifice Isaac. 3. Rahab Also mentioned in the context of this chapter as an example of faith demonstrated through works, by hiding the Israelite spies in Jericho. 4. Jerusalem The central place of early Christian leadership and the location where James was a prominent figure. 5. The Early Church The community of believers to whom James writes, emphasizing the importance of living out their faith through actions. Teaching Points Faith and Works in HarmonyJames 2:24 emphasizes that genuine faith is evidenced by actions. True faith naturally results in good works, demonstrating the transformative power of belief in Christ. Justification in Context Understanding that James speaks of "justification" in terms of demonstrating righteousness before others, not in the sense of initial salvation, which is by faith alone. Living Faith A call to examine one's life for evidence of faith through actions. Believers are encouraged to actively live out their faith in practical ways that reflect Christ's love and teachings. Avoiding Dead Faith James warns against a faith that is merely intellectual or verbal without corresponding actions. Believers are urged to ensure their faith is alive and active. Community Impact The importance of works in the context of community, where believers' actions can serve as a testimony to others and bring glory to God.(24) Ye see then how that by works . . .--Observe that St. James says a man is not justified "by faith only," putting the adverb in the last and most emphatic position. He never denies Justification by Faith; but that fancied one of idle, speculative, theoretic faith, with no corresponding acts of love. Greek As you can see,ὁρᾶτε (horate) Verb - Present Indicative Active - 2nd Person Plural Strong's 3708: Properly, to stare at, i.e. to discern clearly; by extension, to attend to; by Hebraism, to experience; passively, to appear. a man ἄνθρωπος (anthrōpos) Noun - Nominative Masculine Singular Strong's 444: A man, one of the human race. From aner and ops; man-faced, i.e. A human being. is justified δικαιοῦται (dikaioutai) Verb - Present Indicative Middle or Passive - 3rd Person Singular Strong's 1344: From dikaios; to render just or innocent. by ἐξ (ex) Preposition Strong's 1537: From out, out from among, from, suggesting from the interior outwards. A primary preposition denoting origin, from, out. [his] deeds ἔργων (ergōn) Noun - Genitive Neuter Plural Strong's 2041: From a primary ergo; toil; by implication, an act. and καὶ (kai) Conjunction Strong's 2532: And, even, also, namely. not οὐκ (ouk) Adverb Strong's 3756: No, not. Also ouk, and ouch a primary word; the absolute negative adverb; no or not. by ἐκ (ek) Preposition Strong's 1537: From out, out from among, from, suggesting from the interior outwards. A primary preposition denoting origin, from, out. faith πίστεως (pisteōs) Noun - Genitive Feminine Singular Strong's 4102: Faith, belief, trust, confidence; fidelity, faithfulness. alone. μόνον (monon) Adverb Strong's 3440: Alone, but, only. Neuter of monos as adverb; merely. Links James 2:24 NIVJames 2:24 NLT James 2:24 ESV James 2:24 NASB James 2:24 KJV James 2:24 BibleApps.com James 2:24 Biblia Paralela James 2:24 Chinese Bible James 2:24 French Bible James 2:24 Catholic Bible NT Letters: James 2:24 You see then that by works (Ja Jas. Jam) |
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