James 5:5

Ye have lived in pleasure on the earth, and been wanton; ye have nourished your hearts, as in a day of slaughter.

King James Version
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Other Translations for James 5:5

BSB
You have lived on earth in luxury and self-indulgence. You have fattened your hearts in the day of slaughter.
AKJV
You have lived in pleasure on the earth, and been wanton; you have nourished your hearts, as in a day of slaughter.
CPDV
You have feasted upon the earth, and you have nourished your hearts with luxuries, unto the day of slaughter.
ERV
Ye have lived delicately on the earth, and taken your pleasure; ye have nourished your hearts in a day of slaughter.
NHEB
You have lived delicately on the earth, and taken your pleasure. You have nourished your hearts in a day of slaughter.
SMT
Ye have led a luxurious life upon the earth, and have rioted in luxury; ye have nourished your hearts, as in the day of slaughter.

Commentary for James 5:5

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry
Overview of James 5:5
Summary
Excessive indulgence leads to ruin
Event
Condemning luxurious living
Estimated Time Period
1st century AD
Category
Judgment