James 1:5

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.

King James Version
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Other Translations for James 1:5

BSB
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.
AKJV
If any of you lack wisdom, let him ask of God, that gives to all men liberally, and upbraides not; and it shall be given him.
CPDV
But if anyone among you is in need of wisdom, let him petition God, who gives abundantly to all without reproach, and it shall be given to him.
ERV
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.
NHEB
But if any of you lacks wisdom, let him ask of God, who gives to all generously and without finding fault; and it will be given to him.
SMT
If any of you is forsaken of wisdom, let him ask of God, giving to all plainly, blaming not; and it shall be given him.

Commentary for James 1:5

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Overview of James 1:5
Summary
Ask divine being generously for needed insight.
Event
Instruction to seek wisdom through prayer
Estimated Time Period
1st century AD
Category
Prayer