James 2:16 akjv — And one of you say to them, Depart in peace, be you warmed and filled; notwithstanding you give them not those things w…

American King James Version

"And one of you say to them, Depart in peace, be you warmed and filled; notwithstanding you give them not those things which are needful to the body; what does it profit? "

— James 2:16, American King James Version

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James 2 — Context

13

For he shall have judgment without mercy, that has showed no mercy; and mercy rejoices against judgment.

14

What does it profit, my brothers, though a man say he has faith, and have not works? can faith save him?

15

If a brother or sister be naked, and destitute of daily food,

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And one of you say to them, Depart in peace, be you warmed and filled; notwithstanding you give them not those things which are needful to the body; what does it profit?

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Even so faith, if it has not works, is dead, being alone.

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Yes, a man may say, You have faith, and I have works: show me your faith without your works, and I will show you my faith by my works.

19

You believe that there is one God; you do well: the devils also believe, and tremble.

James 2:16 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does James 2:16 say?
James 2:16 in the American King James Version reads: “And one of you say to them, Depart in peace, be you warmed and filled; notwithstanding you give them not those things which are needful to the body; what does it profit? ”
Where is James 2:16 in the Bible?
James 2:16 is found in the New Testament, in the book of James, chapter 2, verse 16.
Who wrote James?
James is traditionally attributed to James, half-brother of Jesus, leader of the Jerusalem church. It was written c. AD 44–49.
What is the book of James about?
James is the New Testament's closest cousin to Old-Testament wisdom literature — pungent, practical, and uncompromising. Faith without works is dead. The tongue is a fire. The prayers of a righteous man avail much. It calls Christians to walk their talk.
What are the major themes of James?
James explores themes including Faith and Works, Wisdom, Speech, Suffering, Prayer. These themes shape the meaning and context of James 2:16.
What translation should I read James 2:16 in?
James 2:16 is available on GodsGoodBook in the King James Version (KJV), American Standard Version (ASV), World English Bible (WEB), NET Bible, Young's Literal Translation, Darby Bible, Douay-Rheims Bible, and the Bible in Basic English. Each translation reflects different translation philosophies — use the translation picker on this page to compare them, or browse our full translations directory.
How can I memorize James 2:16?
James 2:16 reads (AKJV): “And one of you say to them, Depart in peace, be you warmed and filled; notwithstanding you give them not those things which are needful to the body; what does it profit? ” Read it aloud, break it into short phrases, repeat each phrase three times before adding the next, then put the phrases together. Reading it in multiple translations (above) often helps the meaning settle.
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