Abilene Christian University Press, Abilene, Texas, USA. Thus, God allows a Christian to divorce an abusive, unconverted mate (I Corinthians 7:15). The other qualities are secondary as outgrowths of this primary quality. It Isaiah , finally, without hypocrisy, namely, true to appearances. And yet those who exhibited all those evil things thought that they had wisdom! The wisdom from above is pure and peaceable, without partiality, and without hypocrisy. But the wisdom that is from above is first pure, then peaceable, gentle, [and] easy to be intreated, full of mercy and good fruits, without partiality, and without hypocrisy. Without partiality — Loving all, without respect of persons; embracing all good things, rejecting all evil. It may be mixed with sin, but in its own nature it is “pure;” and, in proportion as it prevails, it will dissipate the clouds of ignorance and sin. Peaceableness, which relates to man, is set after purity, which respects God in the first place, to intimate, that purity must have the preference to peace. "But the wisdom from above is first pure, then peaceable, gentle, reasonable, full of mercy and good fruits, unwavering, without hypocrisy". God isn"t impressed with the skeptic. x., p. 82. BibliographyConstable, Thomas. Answer: James 1:17 says, “Every good thing given and every perfect gift is from above, coming down from the Father of lights, with whom there is no variation or shifting shadow” (NASB). Without hypocrisy — Intending all the kindness it expresses, and glad to extend its good offices as universally as possible; or without dissimulation, as ανυποκριτος may be rendered; that is, frank and open. ABIDING JAMES 3:17 RELATIONSHIP THEOLOGY. "Commentary on James 3:17". See the Romans 14:19 note; Hebrews 12:14. In the above illustration of our helping travelers, we stopped to assist families, old clunker cars, and nice new cars, anyone that was in trouble. mut. ii., p. 340. (18) Now the fruit of righteousness is sown in peace by those who make peace. The original word, αδιακριτος, is, literally, without making a difference. 31 Let all bitterness, and wrath, and anger, and clamour, and evil speaking, be put away from you, with all malice: 32 And be ye kind one to another, tenderhearted, forgiving one another, even as God for Christ"s sake hath forgiven you. Then peaceable indicates that peace is not to be desired unless it is according to the truth. In James 3:14-16 James designates the kind of wisdom that does not come from above (or heaven); the present verse describes the kind that does come from the higher source. Those who possess any of it long for more. And good fruits - The fruits of good living; just, benevolent, and kind actions. It has nothing of its own of which to be ashamed, and which needs to be concealed; its office is not to hide or conceal anything that is wrong. James 3:17 Translation & Meaning. See James 1:27 : Matthew 5:16. Without hypocrisy ... We are on firm ground for the meaning of this. "If any of you lack wisdom, let him ask of God, that giveth to all [men] liberally, and upbraideth not; and it shall be given him. Copyright StatementThese files are public domain.Text Courtesy of BibleSupport.com. No partiality for persons, peoples, sins. I find that boards are not totally honest with the people, pastors are not necessarily honest with their people, and I rather doubt that the congregation is all that honest toward the leadership either. There is no room for the controversial spirit in the heart that is filled with wisdom ‘from above.’, (c) Gentle. It is because so many of us lack this wisdom that the lines. BibliographySimeon, Charles. αγνος Hagnos is from the same root as αγιος hagios (holy), old adjective, pure from fault, not half-good and half-bad, like that above. What reason have the most godly to blush and be ashamed! The desired to help and they took action on that desire. Of the fulfilment of Christ’s promise, the epistle of James is a striking proof. He now mentions the effects of celestial wisdom which are wholly contrary to the former effects. It is gentle or considerate of others. have passed into a proverb of reproach against Christian people. Absolute honesty with yourself as well as with others. Only here and Hebrews 12:11. xiv. True wisdom is gentle, in opposition to strife and contention; the word also signifies moderate and patient, Philippians 4:5 1 Timothy 3:3. BibliographyDerickson, Stanley. This is 'first of all' before "peaceable," because there is an unholy peace with the world, which makes no distinction between clean and unclean. Greek, James 1:6], 'without doubting.' But what he says, without discerning (sine dijudicatione ,) seems strange; for the Spirit of God does not take away the difference between good and evil; nor does he render us so senseless as to be so void of judgment as to praise vice, and regard it as virtue. "Easy to be entreated" indicates that the person is open to reason, open to be talked to, open to possible change. ἐπιείκεια is noted as a leading characteristic of Christians, τὸ ἐπιεικὲς ὑμῶν γνωσθήτω πᾶσιν ἀνθρώποις, Philippians 4:5 : it is required of a bishop to be ἐπιεικῆ, ἄμαχον, 1 Timothy 3:4 : of Christians generally ἀμάχους εἶναι, ἐπιεικεῖς, Titus 3:2. DD. Search all heathen antiquity, and see whether it can produce any sentiments more noble, or more simply and beautifully expressed, than those contained in this chapter, and indeed throughout the whole epistle.” — Macknight. "It is a poor teacher who does not learn from his pupils" (Roberts p. 147). Gentle; or equal, or moderate, Philippians 4:5 1 Timothy 3:3 Titus 3:2. "Family Bible New Testament". I gave him a tract as I left. Book of Enoch ch. The word here used ( ἐπιεικὴς epieikēs) is rendered “moderation” in Philemon 4:5; patient in 1 Timothy 3:3; and gentle in Titus 3:2; James 3:17, and 1 Peter 2:18. The wisdom which has a heavenly origin, or which is from God. 17.] Broadman Press 1932,33. "peaceable"-"loving peace" (Thayer p. 183). https:https://www.studylight.org/commentaries/gsb/james-3.html. Question: "What does it mean that God is the Father of lights (James 1:17)?" Of course, this refers only to cases where it is right and proper to be easily persuaded and complying. Luther, E. V., and most Commentators render it “without partiality,” unparteiisch, thus giving to a passive adjective an active meaning: and in the same spirit, Œc., μὴ διακρίνουσα παρατηρήσεις βρωμάτων κ. διαφόρων βαπτισμάτων: Beza, “absque disceptatione:” vulg., “non judicans:” Calvin, “Nimis anxiam et scrupulosam inquisitionem notat, qualem fere in hypocritis cernere licet, qui dum nimis exacte inquirunt in fratrum dicta et facta, nihil non in sinistram partem rapiunt:” Bengel, “Non facit discrimen ubi non opus est, v. Easy to be entreated , [ eupeithees (Greek #2138)] - easily persuaded; not harsh as to a neighbour's FAULTS. chap. He who thinks well, or he who talks well, is not wise in the sense of the Scripture, if he does not live and act well. Pss. The word here used ( ἁγνη hagnē) is that which would be applied to one who is innocent, or flee from crime or blame. It is, Religion, above all other things, is entitled to the name of “wisdom”—, [It enlightens the mind, informs the judgment, regulates the life; and he who lives under its influence, is wise in the estimation of God himself. There must be no attempts to reach peace by overleaping purity. The world cannot tolerate a hypocrite. See this illustrated in the case of the apostle Paul, in 1 Corinthians 9:20-22. [Note: Adamson, p154.]. In regard to the two contrasted wisdoms of 13-17 we may note: First, it is in accordance with the Old Testament use of the word wisdom, which makes it belong to the moral rather than to the intellectual sphere. xxii., No. 30 And grieve not the holy Spirit of God, whereby ye are sealed unto the day of redemption. The Bible often exhorts and commends a sincere faith (1 Timothy 1:5; 2 Timothy 1:5) and love (Romans 12:9; 1 Peter 1:22). 1999-2014. pure. These two constitute a pair; they are connected by a link of peculiar significance and power. James 3:17. 6 bis and possibly ii. "Commentary on James 3:17". ch. BibliographyBengel, Johann Albrecht. This is what it is, this is what such wisdom looks like in daily life. The maxim that a pure heart ought not to sacrifice truth on any consideration whatever, never gave rise to persecution: it has made many martyrs, but never one persecutor; it has pined in the dungeon, but never immured any there; it has burned amid the flames, but never lighted the faggot; it has ascended scaffolds, but never erected them; it has preserved and bequeathed civil and religious liberty, but never assaulted them; it is a divine principle - the principle by which Christianity became strong, and will ultimately command the homage of the world. Do feel free to make copies for friends that might be interested as long as you do not make profit from the copies. But the wisdom that is from above - Compare the notes at 1 Corinthians 2:6-7. 3:17 - The wisdom from above is a reference to the wisdom that God gives. James 3:17 Parallel Verses [⇓ See commentary ⇓] James 3:17, NIV: "But the wisdom that comes from heaven is first of all pure; then peace-loving, considerate, submissive, full of mercy and good fruit, impartial and sincere." "This is the kind of wisdom which ought to guide every teacher of religion!" All along James has been focusing on how to live as Christians in the midst of continuing, ever-present trials in a twisted and fallen world. The various meanings are determined by the different senses of διακρίνεσθαι: and as the prevailing signification of the verb both in this epistle (i. Complaint takes on a whole different character if your pastor is a dictator. [39] J. R. Dummelow, Commentary on the Holy Bible (New York: The Macmillan Company, 1937), p. 1036. This wisdom doesn"t play-act. Godly wisdom is careful to properly represent those who have opposing views, and to take the time to really understand what the other person is saying. BibliographyBullinger, Ethelbert William. https:https://www.studylight.org/commentaries/hac/james-3.html. Emphasizing its inner quality, pure, as distinguished from its outward expressions. It means easily persuaded, compliant. But though he had sufficiently condemned hypocrisy, when he said that wisdom is pure or sincere; he makes it more clear by repeating the same thing at the end. "Commentary on James 3:17". "The 1599 Geneva Study Bible". But the wisdom from above is first pure — From all that is earthly, natural, devilish. He concentrated on the majors and allowed the minors or trifles to blow on by. Thus also, cleanse your hands, etc. 1876. They speak of virtue being its own reward, and this is eminently true of gentleness. "But the wisdom from above"-Such wisdom cannot be found outside of a relationship with God. Copyright StatementThe Robertson's Word Pictures of the New Testament. First in rank and time. First pure , [ hagnee (Greek #53)] - 'clean' from all that is "earthly, sensual (animal), devilish" (James 3:15). "Commentary on James 3:17". BibliographyHaydock, George Leo. Compassion. James 4:7-10.—Ibid., vol. Doubtless we must build on Christ as our only foundation; but we have no evidence of an union with him any further than we raise upon him this holy superstructure. Beyond all that this distinction makes is seen in the list that James sets forth here. Then peaceable; disposeth men to peace, both as to the making and keeping it, in opposition to strife and contention, which is the fruit of the earthly wisdom. "Without hypocrisy." II. and without hypocrisy, without pretence, showing a naturalness in behaviour, meaning all the kindness it expresses, without affectation, its actions being in accordance with its words. "Commentary on James 3:17". https:https://www.studylight.org/commentaries/dcc/james-3.html. To c the twelve tribes in d the Dispersion:. One night late we stopped and a man was stranded. 17But the wisdom which is from above. ; Sirach 51:13 ff. 1871-8. It is used to promote rather than restrain religious controversy, whereas the whole context of the passage shows that its application is designed to foster the Christian graces. He is … https:https://www.studylight.org/commentaries/hcc/james-3.html. Barclay notes, "The true wisdom is the wisdom which produces right relationships. And without hypocrisy - What it professes to be; sincere. It is agreeable to the tenor of divine and evangelical truth, and conscientious in the discharge of every duty to God and man; it is therefore purified from all that is earthly, sensual, and devilish; then peaceable — Desirous of making and maintaining peace; and willing, in order thereto, to sacrifice any thing, except important truth and manifest duty; gentle — Soft, mild, yielding, not rigid; easy to be entreated — Persuaded and reconciled where any matters of disgust may have arisen; not stubborn, sour, morose; full of mercy — Of pity and compassion toward persons in a state of ignorance, guilt, and depravity; ready to relieve the miseries and pardon the faults of others; and good fruits — Both in the heart and in the life; two of which are immediately specified; without partiality — To those of our own sentiments or denomination, to the injury of others; loving all without respect of persons; embracing all good things, rejecting all evil. As Dummelow observed, "The wisdom described here is moral rather than intellectual."[39]. By good fruits he generally refers to all those duties which benevolent men perform towards their brethren; as though he had said, it is full of benevolence. It will stimulate us to difficult and self-denying duties, as well as to those which are more easy and pleasant; and will make us as solicitous to do what is right towards strangers or enemies, as towards our own friends or partisans [Note: 1 Timothy 5:21.]. The first of the two Greek words may signify, making no undue distinctions, (hence fair, impartial,) as, for instance, between rich and poor. (e) Full of mercy and good fruits. Its character is justly drawn in the words before us. These two stand fitly together; to note, that the greatest censurers are usually the greatest hypocrites; and as any one is more wise, he is more sparing of his censures. Is first pure - Ἁγνη· Chaste, holy, and clean. https:https://www.studylight.org/commentaries/hmc/james-3.html. Revealed truth is without partiality and without hypocrisy. without partiality. gentle, kind, forbearing, considerate, making every allowance for the ignorance and frailties of others, imitating the character of Him who is meek and lowly—‘the gentle Jesus.’. 4. 17. ἡ ἄνωθεν σοφία, the heavenly wisdom, the supreme excellence of the religious life, in which the child Jesus kept advancing, προέκοπτεν τῇ σοφίᾳ, Luke 2:52, which was manifest in His manhood, πόθεν τούτῳ ἡ σοφία αὔτη; Matthew 13:54, and which guided His life, Matthew 11:19. "Commentary on James 3:17". This text is often misapplied. Not adulterated with false teaching and evil desires. See 2 Corinthians 7:11. peaceable. Copyright StatementThese files are a derivative of an electronic edition prepared from text scanned by Woodside Bible Fellowship.This expanded edition of the Jameison-Faussett-Brown Commentary is in the public domain and may be freely used and distributed. I really didn"t want my head to become an extension to that wrench. IV. ; the virtues of which it is the source belong to it. In the N.T. See also 2 Corinthians 6:6; 1 Timothy 1:5; 2 Timothy 1:5; and note our Lord’s frequent denunciation of hypocrisy. either a curious inquiring into the faults of others, to find matter for censures, which many times infers wrangling, as our margin renders it; or a discerning between person and person, upon carnal accounts, which is partiality, as it is here translated, and James 2:4. The word would seem, from its close junction with ἀνυπόκριτος, rather to betoken an inner quality than (as Gebser above) an outward circumstance: 2. when thus used of an inner quality, cf. James 3:17. "The Adam Clarke Commentary". 1682. Used by Permission. Role model CHRIST, how he acted + reacted, in of HIS ministry,real life, family RELATIONSHIPS. Revelation is first pure and then peaceable; the Revealer is a just God and Saviour. Without hypocrisy. 17-18 Real wisdom, God’s wisdom, begins with a holy life and is characterized by getting along with others. James 3:17. "Vincent's Word Studies in the New Testament". Good deeds, which praise God. Full of mercy—Pity for the unfortunate, and judicious compassion for the guilty. When a man is full of mercy in this sinning, suffering world, a stream of benevolence will be found flowing in his track all through the wilderness. They opened their cupboards, they opened their pocket books and they even opened their homes to the plight of the people. Perhaps the most correct meaning, and most in accordance with the doctrine of St. James, is, ‘without wavering or doubting;’ not feeble or changeable, ‘without vacillation(see Note on James 2:4). Religion is not a dry rod, but it blossoms and brings forth fruit; fruits of humanity and civil courtesy, as well as fruits of piety and pious charity: when we begin to be religious, we must not leave off to be kind and courteous: Be pitiful, be couteous, 1 Peter 3:8. The wisdom that bids an anxious inquirer turn from the Son of God, our Saviour, and pour his confession into a more tender heart, is earthly, sensual, devilish. Easy to be entreated] Tractable, docile, not as horse and mule that must be ruled with rigour, not with reason, Psalms 32:9. Easy to be entreated; easily persuadable. "Mercy" is a desire for kindness toward another with the desire to extend that kindness. https:https://www.studylight.org/commentaries/wbc/james-3.html. marg. 2. Purity is its primary quality; all other qualities of heavenly wisdom are subservient to this. Truly this wisdom “cannot be gotten for gold, neither shall silver be weighed for the price thereof;” “Happy is the man that findeth her.” (Read Job 28:14-19, and Proverbs 3:13-18.). Rev., without variance or doubting. Devilish; because it is such wisdom as is found in the devil; he is only wise to do mischief. O deplorable degradation! James 3:17. It is gentle and reasonable, overflowing with mercy and blessings, not hot one day and cold the next, not two-faced. John Piper is founder and teacher of desiringGod.org and chancellor of Bethlehem College & Seminary. It is pure, meaning free of the defilements mentioned. Let the world call it folly if they will; but God accounts it “wisdom.”]. Explanation of the Text: Yesterday, we were able to see from James 3:14-16 what false wisdom looks like. That wisdom which is not from above characterized and described. What does it mean that we should be quick to listen and slow to speak (James 1:19)? All “spiritual or fleshly filthiness” will surely vanish before it [Note: Matthew 5:8. James 3:17 But the wisdom from above is first of all chaste, then peaceable, reasonable, ready to obey, full of mercy and good fruits, not making partial distinctions, not hypocritical. The insincere, the doubters and the manipulators can"t gain this wisdom, until they change their motives. (16) For where envying and strife is, there is confusion. This is the equality of the grave. "Peaceable" would relate to being undisturbed by trifles or free from agitation. The man who is characterised by that wisdom will be pure, peaceable, etc. See on James 1:6. It neither is a mask, nor does it need a mask. It is described with enthusiasm 4 Maccabees 1:16 ff. These qualities, including that of purity just mentioned, are exactly those extolled by the Master in the Beatitudes of the Sermon on the Mount; thus James continues his fidelity to the teaching of the Lord. Soph. It is full of mercy in that it is actively sympathetic to the needy, and it is full of good fruits (good works). If the reservoir within his heart be kept constantly charged by union with the upper spring, there need be neither ebbing nor intermission of the current.’. See James 2:1-4. Secondly, he describes spiritual wisdom by its effects and fruits, by its properties and qualities, and reckons up eight of them. SEE Matthew, Mark, Luke, John Joseph Benson's Commentary. First pure— The pure is first as being foremost, and comprehending all the following points, and being inner essence of the whole. Throughout his writings we find James comparing and contrasting the good with the evil, the holy with the satanic, the wise with the foolish, the sinner with the saint and the stable man with the one who is tossed about by every wind of doctrine. https:https://www.studylight.org/commentaries/tsk/james-3.html. BibliographyAlford, Henry. in N.T., non judicans V., ‘without variance’ R.V., ‘doubtfulness or partiality’ R.V. True wisdom makes men yield to good admonitions, good counsel, good reason. It is true that a church should be pure in doctrinal belief, but that is not the truth taught here. How are they (and we) to handle the pressures of devastating health or financial problems, loneliness, manipulative relationships, or the daily frustrations that pile up and so easily lead their (our) gaze away from the pres… This is the wisdom that God gives to those who faithfully serve and ask Him (James 1:5; James 1:17). The wisdom from above is not envious, but pure; is not contentious, but peaceable; does not create confusion, but is patient and conciliatory; and instead of producing “every evil work,” it is full of mercy or benevolence, and of the fruits of benevolence, being not censorious or partial in judgment, and not dissembling, or acting dishonestly. 112-113). with this expression, Proverbs 2:6; Wisdom of Solomon 7:25-26; Philo, de profug. BibliographyEdwards, Justin. (128). BibliographyIce, Rhoderick D. "Commentary on James 3:17". All the apostles, except Paul, were illiterate men; but, according to their Master’s promise, they had, by the inspiration of the Spirit, a wisdom and eloquence given them, far exceeding what they could have acquired by the deepest erudition. Full of mercy - Merciful; disposed to show compassion to others. "Commentary on James 3:17". What need have we to wait continually upon our God in prayer! Compare James 2:14-26. Receiving out of His fulness grace for grace, Christians obtain, among other things, some of the gentleness of Christ. James 4:7.—Spurgeon, Sermons, vol. Our apostle here enters upon a comparison between earthly wisdom, and spiritual heavenly wisdom; between wisdom that is not, and wisdom that is from above. And so, with this long list of advantages to Godly wisdom why don"t we relate to James 1:5 more often? It is unwaveringly single-minded in its devotion to God rather than double-minded. 1840-57. But as soon as ever religion exerts its influence on our minds, we mortify these unhallowed tempers, and become “peaceable, gentle, and easy to be entreated.” From thenceforth it is the delight of our souls to cultivate and promote peace, to maintain in ourselves a meek and quiet spirit, and to exercise, as occasion may require, forbearance and forgiveness to all around us. First pure (πρωτον μεν αγνη prōton men hagnē). "Full of mercy" Full means full, or topped off - it is used of a person full of thought toward good or bad. Renewal 1960. https:https://www.studylight.org/commentaries/cpc/james-3.html. 17 But the wisdom that is from above is first pure, then peaceable, gentle, and easy to be intreated, full of mercy and good fruits, without partiality, and without hypocrisy. James says, “Show me your wisdom by your life!” The old King James Bible uses the word “conversation” (NASB= “good be… [This wisdom is “from above,” and can be derived from God alone; and how can we obtain it of him, but in the exercise of prayer? BibliographyBeza, Theodore. https:https://www.studylight.org/commentaries/znt/james-3.html. BibliographyRobertson, A.T. "Commentary on James 3:17". This is the person who wants God to inspect every aspect of their lives (John 3:21; Psalms 139:23-24 "Search me, O God, and know my heart; try me and know my anxious thoughts; and see if there be any hurtful way in me"; 2 Corinthians 7:1. 1897. without hypocrisy. "Commentary on James 3:17". James was a man that gave the church much good advice. We all know of men and women who in their dealings with their fellow-men are as ‘hard as nails.’ They resist every appeal made to them; they have no compassion. the wisdom that is from above The wisdom that comes down from above is God’s viewpoint. https:https://www.studylight.org/commentaries/ice/james-3.html. What Does It Mean to Meditate? It is also peace loving, gentle at all times, and willing to yield to others. Originally meaning ritually pure, it came to mean morally pure. All the characteristics are attributed to true wisdom from the effects which it produces among those who are partakers of it; since it makes them pure, peaceable, etc. Compare the notes at 2 Corinthians 10:1. "Commentary on James 3:17". "reasonable"-"ready to obey" (Vine p. 269); "approachable" (Robertson p. 47). Peace must not be sought at the expense of truth. The new creature is gentle and easy to be entreated. What does it mean that God cannot be tempted (James 1:13)? xxviii., No. Finding the new version too difficult to understand? It is full of mercy and good deeds. Easy to be entreated—Or, rather, persuaded; the reverse of obstinacy, the pride of a false consistency, or a set persistence in one’s own way. (2) Without hypocrisy. "Commentary on James 3:17". 1851. Eth. https:https://www.studylight.org/commentaries/bnb/james-3.html. https:https://www.studylight.org/commentaries/shh/james-3.html. James 3:17. Contrasted picture of the wisdom that is from above. gr., inter potentes et tenues.” The passive sense is kept by Gebser, who understands “undivided:” the heavenly-wise keeping banded together in love: Wetst., “non duplex.” Two considerations contribute to substantiate the rendering given above, which is that of De Wette, Wiesinger, and Huther. James 4:1-3.—Homilist, 4th series, vol. To be like Christ we must be ‘meek and gentle.’. —Where emulation, zeal, and rivalry exist, there also are sedition, anarchy, restless disturbance, and every villainous act. "Gentle" is, according to the lexicon, related to being patient, to moderation, to being suitable or equitable and fair. It is the highest wisdom; it comes from God, and makes those who receive it holy and happy. BibliographyEllicott, Charles John. εἰρηνοποιός, Matthew 5:9): ἐπιεικής] fair, mild; see on 1 Timothy 3:3 (not = yielding): εὐπειθής] ἅπ. Let us then ask it of him, who has promised to impart it “liberally, and without upbraiding [Note: James 1:5.].”]. BibliographyJamieson, Robert, D.D. Surely, then, an individual solicited to yield up what he believed to be truth, or what were cherished convictions, might properly assign this text as a reason why he could not, and ought not; and if an individual might, why not any number associated into a church? Being about to commend peace, he first removes that unholy peace with the world, which collects together and cements in one indiscriminate mass everything that comes in its way: James 1:27, at the end, and James 4:4 throughout. Full of mercy and good fruits ... Again, the Saviour's own requirement that those who would be forgiven must themselves be willing to forgive others inspires James' comment in his epistle (see Matthew 7,9 and Matthew 6:14,15). 2. ch. "Variance," the rendition here, means without inconsistency, vacillation or erratic changes. Ver. Let transparent honesty rule our life. It hence follows, that they lie who glory in their cruel austerity. James 2:13) and good fruits (contrast to πᾶν φαῦλον πρᾶγμα above), without doubting (as might be expected, from the various meanings of διακρίνεσθαι, this word has been variously interpreted. I changed this custom one day when I stopped to help two fellows. He here anticipates, as it were. The “first” of the apostle does not indicate even preference of the pure spirit to the peaceful spirit, but only the order in which they are to be exercised. Use this table to get a … xxiv., No. Characteristics of "wisdom that is from above" (James 3:17,18) Pure - from a Greek word meaning: pure enough to approach the gods. For 33 years, he served as pastor of Bethlehem Baptist Church, Minneapolis, Minnesota. BibliographyNicol, W. Robertson, M.A., L.L.D. Without partiality denotes an attitude that does not show respect of persons. A tree is known by its fruit, hence if a man is being influenced by the wisdom that is from above, he will exhibit the characteristics that are described in this verse. It embraces all things which are good and just: it rejects all things which are evil. 21, James (Grand Rapids, Michigan: Wm. The same word is rendered forbearance (Philippians 4:5). : James 4:8; 1 Peter 1:22.—( μὲν, indeed) in James 3:18, δὲ, but, follows.— εἰρηνικὴ, peaceable) The whole; the parts follow.— ἐπιεικὴς) gentle (indulgent), lenient, not harsh in cases where the question is as to the duties of a neighbour (the duties which a neighbour owes to us).— εὐπειθὴς) tractable, easy, not morose, where the question is as to the fault of a neighbour.— μεστὴ ἐλεόυς, full of mercy) where the question is as to the misery of a neighbour.— καρπῶν ἀγαθῶν, of good fruits) There follow two more distinguished fruits, and worthy of special commendation to those whom he addresses: not judging and without pretence.— ἀδιάκριτος, not judging) It does not make a difference (discrimination or distinction) where it is not necessary; for instance, between the great and the humble. https:https://www.studylight.org/commentaries/bul/james-3.html. https:https://www.studylight.org/commentaries/acc/james-3.html. 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