James 1:11-12

Albert Barnes' Notes on the Whole Bible - James 1:12

Blessed is the man that endureth temptation - The apostle seems here to use the word “temptation” in the most general sense, as denoting anything that will try the reality of religion, whether affliction, or persecution, or a direct inducement to sin placed before the mind. The word temptation appears in this chapter to be used in two senses; and the question may arise, why the apostle so employs it. Compare James 1:2, James 1:13. But, in fact, the word “temptation” is in itself of so general a... read more

Joseph Benson

Joseph Benson's Commentary of the Old and New Testaments - James 1:9-11

James 1:9-11. Let the brother St. James does not give this appellation to the rich; of low degree Poor and tempted, or brought low by his sufferings for Christ, and humbled in spirit thereby; rejoice that he is exalted To be a child of God, and an heir of eternal glory; let him think of his dignity as a Christian, and entirely acquiesce in his low station in life, which will continue only for a short season, and which God has wisely appointed for his eternal good. Or, let him rejoice... read more

Joseph Benson

Joseph Benson's Commentary of the Old and New Testaments - James 1:12

James 1:12. Blessed Μακαριος , happy, is the man that endureth temptation Trials of various kinds, patiently and perseveringly; for when he is tried Δοκιμος γενομενος , being approved on trial, he shall receive the crown of eternal life, which the Lord Christ hath promised to them that love him And express their love by such fidelity and zeal. read more

Donald C. Fleming

Bridgeway Bible Commentary - James 1:1-18

1:1-18 LIFE’S TRIALS AND DIFFICULTIESJames’ readers are scattered over the area of the early church’s expansion (1:1), but no matter where they live, they share the same responsibilities as Christians everywhere. One of these responsibilities requires them to do something that by nature is very difficult, namely, face the trials of life with joy. This joy comes through the knowledge that trials help believers to develop endurance and so strengthen their Christian character (2-4).When faced with... read more

E.W. Bullinger

E.W. Bullinger's Companion Bible Notes - James 1:11

is no sooner risen . Literally rose. a = the. burning heat . Greek. kauson. Only here; Matthew 20:12 .Luke 12:55 . but, &c . = and withered. falleth = fell. Same word in Romans 9:6 . grace . App-184 . fashion . Literally presence or face (James 1:23 ). perisheth = perished. Greek. apollumi. See Romans 14:15 . also shall, &c . = shall the rich man also. fade away . Greek. maraino. Only here. ways . Greek. poreia. Only here and Luke 13:22 . Not the same word as in James 1:8... read more

E.W. Bullinger

E.W. Bullinger's Companion Bible Notes - James 1:12

Blessed . Greek. makarios, as in Matthew 5:3 , &c. is = hath become. tried = tested. Greek. dokimos. Elsewhere translated "approved". See Romans 14:18 . life . App-170 . love . App-135 . Compare Hebrews 12:5 , Hebrews 12:6 . read more

James Burton Coffman

Coffman Commentaries on the Bible - James 1:11

For the sun ariseth with the scorching wind, and withereth the grass; and the flower thereof falleth, and the grace of the fashion of it perisheth: so also shall the rich man fade away in his goings.This verse is a simple statement of truth regarding all of the rich and mighty of this world. All that is said here of the rich man is likewise true of the poor man; but it is especially the rich and powerful who need this admonition, the same being noted here as further persuasion for the rich... read more

James Burton Coffman

Coffman Commentaries on the Bible - James 1:12

Blessed is the man that endureth temptation; for when he hath been approved, he shall receive the crown of life, which the Lord promised to them that love him.Blessed is the man that endureth temptation ... We noted under James 1:2, that "temptation" has a double meaning, that of external trials, and inward tendency to evil; but Lenski did not accept such a distinction. He said, "Both linguistically, and in thought, James 1:12 is to be associated with James 1:2-4."[29] If, as Lenski thought,... read more

Thomas Coke

Thomas Coke Commentary on the Holy Bible - James 1:11

James 1:11. For the sun is no sooner risen, &c.— For the sun ariseth with burning heat; it withereth the grass; the flower thereof falleth; and all the beauty of its colour perisheth: Even so shall the rich man fade away in his course;— πορειαις αοτου ; in all the projects and pursuits in which he has been immersed. read more

Thomas Coke

Thomas Coke Commentary on the Holy Bible - James 1:12

James 1:12. Blessed is the man that endureth temptation— Happy is the man who persevereth under temptation, or trial; for, being approved, he shall receive, &c. read more

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