James 3:15

This wisdom descendeth not from above, but is earthly, sensual, devilish.

King James Version

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Other Translations for James 3:15

BSB

Such wisdom does not come from above, but is earthly, unspiritual, demonic.

AKJV

This wisdom descends not from above, but is earthly, sensual, devilish.

CPDV

For this is not wisdom, descending from above, but rather it is earthly, beastly, and diabolical.

ERV

This wisdom is not a wisdom that cometh down from above, but is earthly, sensual, devilish.

NHEB

This wisdom is not that which comes down from above, but is earthly, sensual, and demonic.

SMT

This is wisdom coming not down from above, but earthly, natural, resembling an evil spirit.

Word Study (Strong’s) for James 3:15

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Commentary for James 3:15

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

Overview of James 3:15

Summary

Evil wisdom originates from beneath

Event

False wisdom source identified

Estimated Time Period

1st century AD