James 5:9 cpdv — Brothers, do not complain against one another, so that you may not be judged. Behold, the judge stands before the door.

Catholic Public Domain Version

"Brothers, do not complain against one another, so that you may not be judged. Behold, the judge stands before the door. "

— James 5:9, Catholic Public Domain Version

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James 5 — Context

6

You led away and killed the Just One, and he did not resist you.

7

Therefore, be patient, brothers, until the advent of the Lord. Consider that the farmer anticipates the precious fruit of the earth, waiting patiently, until he receives the early and the late rains.

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Therefore, you too should be patient and should strengthen your hearts. For the advent of the Lord draws near.

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Brothers, do not complain against one another, so that you may not be judged. Behold, the judge stands before the door.

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My brothers, consider the Prophets, who spoke in the name of the Lord, as an example of departing from evil, of labor, and of patience.

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Consider that we beatify those who have endured. You have heard of the patient suffering of Job. And you have seen the end of the Lord, that the Lord is merciful and compassionate.

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But before all things, my brothers, do not choose to swear, neither by heaven, nor by the earth, nor in any other oath. But let your word ‘Yes’ be yes, and your word ‘No’ be no, so that you may not fall under judgment.

James 5:9 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does James 5:9 say?
James 5:9 in the Catholic Public Domain Version reads: “Brothers, do not complain against one another, so that you may not be judged. Behold, the judge stands before the door. ”
Where is James 5:9 in the Bible?
James 5:9 is found in the New Testament, in the book of James, chapter 5, verse 9.
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 5:9.
What translation should I read James 5:9 in?
James 5:9 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 5:9?
James 5:9 reads (CPDV): “Brothers, do not complain against one another, so that you may not be judged. Behold, the judge stands before the door. ” 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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