James 1:9

King James Version (KJV)

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

Translations

James 1:9 - Amplified Bible

Let the brother in humble circumstances glory in his elevation [as a Christian, called to the true riches and to be an heir of God],

James 1:9 - American Standard Version

But let the brother of low degree glory in his high estate:

James 1:9 - Bible in Basic English

But let the brother of low position be glad that he is lifted up;

James 1:9 - Darby Bible

But let the brother of low degree glory in his elevation,

James 1:9 - English Standard Version

Let the lowly brother boast in his exaltation,

James 1:9 - King James Version

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

James 1:9 - La Biblia de las Americas

Pero que el hermano de condiciòn humilde se glorìe en su alta posiciòn,

James 1:9 - The Message

When down-and-outers get a break, cheer! And when the arrogant rich are brought down to size, cheer! Prosperity is as short-lived as a wildflower, so don’t ever count on it. You know that as soon as the sun rises, pouring down its scorching heat, the flower withers. Its petals wilt and, before you know it, that beautiful face is a barren stem. Well, that’s a picture of the "prosperous life." At the very moment everyone is looking on in admiration, it fades away to nothing.

James 1:9 - New American Standard Bible

But the brother of humble circumstances is to glory in his high position;

James 1:9 - Nueva Biblia Latinoamericana de Hoy

Pero que el hermano de condiciòn humilde se glorìe en su alta posiciòn,

James 1:9 - World English Bible

But let the brother in humble circumstances glory in his high position;

James 1:9 - Young's Living Translation

And let the brother who is low rejoice in his exaltation,

James 1:9 - Additional Comments

In these verses (9-11), note the emphasis is on giving the person what they truly need - the poor, needing uplifting, and the rich, needing a balanced humility. What they need are the things that will have eternal consequences and endurance.

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