James 2:2 asv — For if there come into your synagogue a man with a gold ring, in fine clothing, and there come in also a poor man in vi…

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"For if there come into your synagogue a man with a gold ring, in fine clothing, and there come in also a poor man in vile clothing; "

— James 2:2, American Standard Version

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James 2 — Context

1

My brethren, hold not the faith of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Lordof glory, with respect of persons.

2

For if there come into your synagogue a man with a gold ring, in fine clothing, and there come in also a poor man in vile clothing;

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and ye have regard to him that weareth the fine clothing, and say, Sit thou here in a good place; and ye say to the poor man, Stand thou there, or sit under my footstool;

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do ye not make distinctions among yourselves, and become judges with evil thoughts?

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Hearken, my beloved brethren; did not God choose them that are poor as to the world to be rich in faith, and heirs of the kingdom which he promised to them that love him?

James 2:2 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does James 2:2 say?
James 2:2 in the American Standard Version reads: “For if there come into your synagogue a man with a gold ring, in fine clothing, and there come in also a poor man in vile clothing; ”
Where is James 2:2 in the Bible?
James 2:2 is found in the New Testament, in the book of James, chapter 2, verse 2.
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 2:2.
What translation should I read James 2:2 in?
James 2:2 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 2:2?
James 2:2 reads (ASV): “For if there come into your synagogue a man with a gold ring, in fine clothing, and there come in also a poor man in vile clothing; ” 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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