James 2:5
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King James Version (modern wording)
Hearken, my beloved brethren, Has not God chosen the poor of this world rich in faith, and heirs of the kingdom which he has promised to them that love him?
James 2:5 (KJV)
American Standard Version
Hearken, my beloved brethren; did not God choose them that are poor as to the world to be rich in faith, and heirs of the kingdom which he promised to them that love him?
James 2:5 (ASV)
Berean Standard Bible
Listen, my beloved brothers: Has not God chosen the poor of this world to be rich in faith and to inherit the kingdom He promised those who love Him?
James 2:5 (BSB)
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What does James 2:5 say?
James 2:5 in modern King James wording reads: "Hearken, my beloved brethren, Has not God chosen the poor of this world rich in faith, and heirs of the kingdom which he has promised to them that love him?"
Where is James 2:5 found in the Bible?
James 2:5 is verse 5 of chapter 2 of the book of James, in the New Testament. James has 5 chapters.
Which translations of James 2:5 can I read here?
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