Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
James 2:3 Cross-References
Explore 5 cross-references for James 2:3 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting James chapter 2 verse 3 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“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)
Commentary on James 2:3
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: Showing deference (epiblepsēte, ἐπιβλέψητε) to the well-dressed while telling the poor person to stand or sit underfoot reveals a heart enslaved to worldly honor. The commands "sit thou here" and "stand there" expose subtle yet painful marginalization.James reveals how speech betrays partiality. Reformed ethics insist that love of neighbor is the fulfillment of the law; words assigning worth based on wealth violate the...
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for James 2:3
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“and personally drag you before the courts?”
“he said to Simon”
“walking after their lusts (and their mouth speaks proud things)”
“Stand by yourself”