James 2:7

Translations

Modern

Are they not the ones who blaspheme the noble name by which you have been called?

Traditional

Do not they blaspheme that worthy name by the which ye are called?

Literal

Do they not blaspheme the good Name having been called upon you?

Latin

…nonne ipsi blasphemant bonum nomen, quod invocatum est super vos?

Original

Greek

English

Are they not the ones who blaspheme the noble name by which you have been called?

Notes

James 2:7

Name by which you have been called (literally name spoken over you): The name is Jesus Christ (2:1). It is a sign of ownership, declared at the time of conversion and baptism.

Theme notes and profiles

James, Brother of Jesus Concern for the Poor Faith and Good Deeds Oppression of God’s People Religious Hypocrisy Social Justice The Coming of the Lord as Judge True Justice Wealth and Poverty in the Wisdom Literature

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Glossary

Book of Habakkuk Letter of James

Topics

Blasphemers Blaspheming the Holy Spirit Blasphemy: General Scriptures Concerning Faith: General Scriptures Concerning Poor: Duty To Respect of Persons: (Partiality)) Riches: General Scriptures Concerning

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