Translations
Modern
Speak and act as those who are going to be judged by the law that gives freedom.
Traditional
So speak ye, and so do, as they that shall be judged by the law of liberty.
Literal
So speak and so act as being about to be judged by the law of freedom.
Latin
Sic loquimini, et sic facite sicut per legem libertatis incipientes judicari.
Interlinear
Greek
English
Speak and act as those who are going to be judged by the law that gives freedom.
Notes
The law that gives freedom from the power of sin (see 1:25 and corresponding study note). It promotes endurance and grow towards perfection (1:3–4).
James uses the Bible to argue against the common practice of favoring wealthy and powerful people.
Glossary
Topics
Christian Liberty: The Gospel is the Law of Commandments: Other Apostles: Precepts of, Explicitly Stated or Implied in Didactic Epistles Faith: General Scriptures Concerning Holding your Peace Judgment: According to Opportunity and Works Obedience: General Scriptures Concerning Religion: True The Judgment of Christians, by the Gospel The Laws of the Land