James 1:5
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King James Version (modern wording)
If any of you lack wisdom, let him ask of God, that gives to all men liberally, and reproaches not; and it shall be given him.
James 1:5 (KJV)
American Standard Version
But if any of you lacketh wisdom, let him ask of God, who giveth to all liberally and upbraideth not; and it shall be given him.
James 1:5 (ASV)
Berean Standard Bible
Now if any of you lacks wisdom, he should ask God, who gives generously to all without finding fault, and it will be given to him.
James 1:5 (BSB)
Context of James 1:5
This verse follows the opening of James on trials (James 1:2 to 4). It moves to the subject of wisdom, which the writer says anyone can ask God for. Verse 6 adds that the person should ask without doubting.
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Questions about James 1:5
What does James 1:5 say?
James 1:5 in modern King James wording reads: "If any of you lack wisdom, let him ask of God, that gives to all men liberally, and reproaches not; and it shall be given him."
Where is James 1:5 found in the Bible?
James 1:5 is verse 5 of chapter 1 of the book of James, in the New Testament. James has 5 chapters.
What is the context of James 1:5?
This verse follows the opening of James on trials (James 1:2 to 4). It moves to the subject of wisdom, which the writer says anyone can ask God for. Verse 6 adds that the person should ask without doubting.