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New TestamentJames · Chapter 2

James 2:3

Meaning, cross-references, and a prayer for James 2:3 — by Collins Asein

Quick Summary

James 2:3 is a verse from the book of James in the New Testament. The KJV reads: "And ye have respect to him that weareth the gay clothing, and say unto him, Sit thou here in a good place; and say to th..." Below you will find the full verse text, cross-references, meaning, and a prayer based on this scripture.

James 2:3 — KJV

And ye have respect to him that weareth the gay clothing, and say unto him, Sit thou here in a good place; and say to the poor, Stand thou there, or sit here under my footstool: in...: or, well, or, seemly

James 2:3 (KJV)

James 2:3 in Context — About the Book of James

James, the Lord's brother, writes the New Testament's wisdom book — blunt, practical, allergic to empty religion. Ask God for wisdom and He gives generously; faith without works is dead; the tongue is a fire; and the prayer of a righteous person is powerful and effective.

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Cross-References for James 2:3

And there were six steps to the throne, with a footstool of gold, which were fastened to the throne, and stays on each side of the sitting place, and two lions standing by the stays: stays: Heb. hands

Shares key themes with James 2:3: sit, here, place

And Pharaoh said unto Joseph, I have dreamed a dream, and there is none that can interpret it: and I have heard say of thee, that thou canst understand a dream to interpret it. thou...: or, when thou hearest a dream thou canst interpret it

Shares key themes with James 2:3: say, here, stand

And the fame thereof was heard in Pharaoh's house, saying, Joseph's brethren are come: and it pleased Pharaoh well, and his servants. pleased...: Heb. was good in the eyes of Pharaoh

Shares key themes with James 2:3: say, here, good

And command thou the people, saying, Ye are to pass through the coast of your brethren the children of Esau, which dwell in Seir; and they shall be afraid of you: take ye good heed unto yourselves therefore:

Shares key themes with James 2:3: say, here, good

Keep therefore and do them; for this is your wisdom and your understanding in the sight of the nations, which shall hear all these statutes, and say, Surely this great nation is a wise and understanding people.

Shares key themes with James 2:3: say, here, stand

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Collins Asein — Christian Author & Founder of PrayerKey