James 1:20

Translations

Modern

…for man’s anger does not bring about the righteousness that God desires.

Traditional

For the wrath of man worketh not the righteousness of God.

Literal

…for man’s anger does not produce the righteousness of God.

Latin

Ira enim viri justitiam Dei non operatur.

Original

Greek

English

…for man’s anger does not bring about the righteousness that God desires.

Notes

James 1:12–27

James discusses three topics from 1:2–11 and adds new insights to each. External challenges (in 1:2–4) become internal temptations (in 1:11–18). The need for wisdom (in 1:5–8) connects to controlling angry speech (in 1:19–21). Poverty and wealth relate to acting on God's word (1:22–25). This section then summarizes these ideas (1:26–27).

Theme notes and profiles

James, Brother of Jesus Anger

Related verses

2 Timothy 2:24–25
And a servant of the Lord must not be quarrelsome, but must be kind to everyone, able to teach, and forbearing.
Ephesians 4:26
“Be angry, yet do not sin.” Do not let the sun set upon your anger,
James 3:17–18
But the wisdom from above is first of all pure, then peace-loving, gentle, accommodating, full of mercy and good fruit, impartial, and sincere.
Numbers 20:11–12
Then Moses raised his hand and struck the rock twice with his staff, so that a great amount of water gushed out, and the congregation and their livestock were able to drink.

Glossary

Letter of James

Topics

Anger Management Anger: General Scriptures Concerning Being a Good Husband Being Angry Being Assertive Controlling Our Emotions Controlling People Criticism Dealing with Evil People Devotion Devotion to God Domestic Violence and Abuse Fits of Anger Getting Even Harsh Words Holding a Grudge Holding Grudges Humbleness Irritability Kind Deeds Living a Christian Life Living for Today Mean People No One is Perfect Overcoming Overcoming Insecurity Quick Temper Rage Resolving Conflict Temper The Daniel Fast

James 1:20

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