James 2:2 web — For if a man with a gold ring, in fine clothing, comes into your synagogue, and a poor man in filthy clothing also come…

World English Bible

"For if a man with a gold ring, in fine clothing, comes into your synagogue, and a poor man in filthy clothing also comes in;"

— James 2:2, World English Bible

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James 2 — Context

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My brothers, don't hold the faith of our Lord Jesus Christ of glory with partiality.

2

For if a man with a gold ring, in fine clothing, comes into your synagogue, and a poor man in filthy clothing also comes in;

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and you pay special attention to him who wears the fine clothing, and say, "Sit here in a good place;" and you tell the poor man, "Stand there," or "Sit by my footstool;"

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haven't you shown partiality among yourselves, and become judges with evil thoughts?

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Listen, my beloved brothers. Didn't God choose those who are poor in this world to be rich in faith, and heirs of the Kingdom which he promised to those who love him?

James 2:2 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does James 2:2 say?
James 2:2 in the World English Bible reads: “For if a man with a gold ring, in fine clothing, comes into your synagogue, and a poor man in filthy clothing also comes in;”
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 (WEB): “For if a man with a gold ring, in fine clothing, comes into your synagogue, and a poor man in filthy clothing also comes in;” 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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