James 1:9

Translations

Modern

The brother in humble circumstances should exult in his high position.

Traditional

Let the brother of low degree rejoice in that he is exalted:

Literal

But let the brother of humbleness boast in his exaltation,

Latin

Glorietur autem frater humilis in exaltatione sua:

Original

Greek

English

The brother in humble circumstances should exult in his high position.

Notes

James 1:9

should exult: In the New Testament, boasting is often seen as negative (3:14; 4:16; Ephesians 2:9). But here it refers to being proud of what God has done (James 2:5; Romans 15:18; 1 Corinthians 1:31; Galatians 6:14).

James 1:9–11

James writes often about poverty and wealth in his letter (compare chapter 2; 4:13–5:11). When James talks about poor believers, he does not promise that they will become rich in this life. Instead, he teaches that God will reverse their situation in heaven.

Theme notes and profiles

James, Brother of Jesus Material Reward The Coming of the Lord as Judge

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