James 1:10

But the rich, in that he is made low: because as the flower of the grass he shall pass away.

King James Version

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Other Translations for James 1:10

BSB

But the one who is rich should exult in his low position, because he will pass away like a flower of the field.

AKJV

But the rich, in that he is made low: because as the flower of the grass he shall pass away.

CPDV

and a rich one, in his humiliation, for he will pass away like the flower of the grass.

ERV

and the rich, in that he is made low: because as the flower of the grass he shall pass away.

NHEB

and the rich, in that he is made humble, because like the flower in the grass, he will pass away.

SMT

And the rich, in his humiliation: for as the flower of the grass he shall pass by.

Word Study (Strong’s) for James 1:10

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Commentary for James 1:10

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry

Overview of James 1:10

Summary

Wealthy person humbled by transience

Event

Warning about riches fading

Estimated Time Period

1st century AD