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New TestamentJames · Chapter 2

James 2:8

Meaning, cross-references, and a prayer for James 2:8 — by Collins Asein

Quick Summary

James 2:8 is a verse from the book of James in the New Testament. The KJV reads: "If ye fulfil the royal law according to the scripture, Thou shalt love thy neighbour as thyself, ye do well:" Below you will find the full verse text, cross-references, meaning, and a prayer based on this scripture.

James 2:8 — KJV

If ye fulfil the royal law according to the scripture, Thou shalt love thy neighbour as thyself, ye do well:

James 2:8 (KJV)

James 2:8 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 2:8

For all the law is fulfilled in one word, even in this; Thou shalt love thy neighbour as thyself.

Shares key themes with James 2:8: fulfil, law, shalt

Thou shalt not avenge, nor bear any grudge against the children of thy people, but thou shalt love thy neighbour as thyself: I am the LORD.

Shares key themes with James 2:8: shalt, love, neighbour

But the stranger that dwelleth with you shall be unto you as one born among you, and thou shalt love him as thyself; for ye were strangers in the land of Egypt: I am the LORD your God.

Shares key themes with James 2:8: shalt, love, thyself

Honour thy father and thy mother: and, Thou shalt love thy neighbour as thyself.

Shares key themes with James 2:8: shalt, love, neighbour

And the second is like unto it, Thou shalt love thy neighbour as thyself.

Shares key themes with James 2:8: shalt, love, neighbour

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Collins Asein — Christian Author & Founder of PrayerKey