James 4:10

Drawing Near to God · James 4:7–12
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Translations

Modern
Humble yourselves before the Lord, and He will exalt you.
Traditional
Humble yourselves in the sight of the Lord, and he shall lift you up.
Literal
Humble yourselves before the Lord, and He will exalt you.
Latin
Humiliamini in conspectu Domini, et exaltabit vos.

Original

Greek
English
Humble yourselves before the Lord, and He will exalt you.

Notes

God honors those who humble themselves before him, replacing the shame of their persecution and oppression (James 2:6–7).

James explains the causes of conflict among people: love for the world, divided loyalty, and arrogant criticism (4:11–12). He gives instructions that will fix these problems and lead to peace.

Glossary

Letter of James Mourning Peter, First Letter of

Topics

Attention Seekers Being Humble Being Proud Commandments: Other Apostles: Precepts of, Explicitly Stated or Implied in Didactic Epistles Elevation Humbling Yourself Humility: General Scriptures Concerning Humility: The Who Have: Lifted up by God Ministry Prayer: Answer To, Promise Repentance: should be Accompanied by Humility Repentance: Unclassified Scriptures Relating To Success Surrender