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New International Version
Blessed is the one who perseveres under trial because, having stood the test, that person will receive the crown of life that the Lord has promised to those who love him.

New Living Translation
God blesses those who patiently endure testing and temptation. Afterward they will receive the crown of life that God has promised to those who love him.

English Standard Version
Blessed is the man who remains steadfast under trial, for when he has stood the test he will receive the crown of life, which God has promised to those who love him.

Berean Standard Bible
Blessed is the man who perseveres under trial, because when he has stood the test, he will receive the crown of life that God has promised to those who love Him.

Berean Literal Bible
Blessedis the man who endures trial, because, having been approved, he will receive the crown of life that He has promised to those loving Him.

King James Bible
Blessedis the man that endureth temptation: for when he is tried, he shall receive the crown of life, which the Lord hath promised to them that love him.

New King James Version
Blessedis the man who endures temptation; for when he has been approved, he will receive the crown of life which the Lord has promised to those who love Him.

New American Standard Bible
Blessed is a man who perseveres under trial; for once he has been approved, he will receive the crown of life whichthe Lord has promised to those who love Him.

NASB 1995
Blessed is a man who perseveres under trial; for once he has been approved, he will receive the crown of life which the Lord has promised to those who love Him.

NASB 1977
Blessed is a man who perseveres under trial; for once he has been approved, he will receive the crown of life, whichthe Lord has promised to those who love Him.

Legacy Standard Bible
Blessed is a man who perseveres under trial; for once he has been approved, he will receive the crown of life whichthe Lord has promised to those who love Him.

Amplified Bible
Blessed [happy, spiritually prosperous, favored by God] is the man who is steadfast under trialand perseveres when tempted; for when he has passed the testand been approved, he will receive the [victor’s] crown of life whichthe Lord has promised to those who love Him.

Christian Standard Bible
Blessed is the one who endures trials, because when he has stood the test he will receive the crown of life that God has promised to those who love him.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
A man who endures trials is blessed, because when he passes the test he will receive the crown of life that God has promised to those who love Him.

American Standard Version
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.

Contemporary English Version
God will bless you, if you don't give up when your faith is being tested. He will reward you with a glorious life, just as he rewards everyone who loves him.

English Revised Version
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.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
Blessed are those who endure when they are tested. When they pass the test, they will receive the crown of life that God has promised to those who love him.

Good News Translation
Happy are those who remain faithful under trials, because when they succeed in passing such a test, they will receive as their reward the life which God has promised to those who love him.

International Standard Version
How blessed is the man who endures temptation! When he has passed the test, he will receive the victor's crown of life that God has promised to those who keep on loving him.

NET Bible
Happy is the one who endures testing, because when he has proven to be genuine, he will receive the crown of life that God promised to those who love him.

New Heart English Bible
Blessed is the one who perseveres under trial, for when he has been approved, he will receive the crown of life, which he promised to those who love him.

Webster's Bible Translation
Blessed is the man that endureth temptation: for when he is tried, he shall receive the crown of life, which the Lord hath promised to them that love him.

Weymouth New Testament
Blessed is he who patiently endures trials; for when he has stood the test, he will gain the victor's crown--even the crown of Life--which the Lord has promised to those who love Him.

Majority Text Translations

Majority Standard Bible
Blessed is the man who perseveres under trial, because when he has stood the test, he will receive the crown of life that the Lord has promised to those who love Him.

World English Bible
Blessed is a person who endures temptation, for when he has been approved, he will receive the crown of life which the Lord promised to those who love him.

Literal Translations

Literal Standard Version
Blessed [is] the man who endures temptation, because, becoming approved, he will receive the garland of life, which the LORD promised to those loving Him.

Berean Literal Bible
Blessedis the man who endures trial, because, having been approved, he will receive the crown of life that He has promised to those loving Him.

Young's Literal Translation
Happy the man who doth endure temptation, because, becoming approved, he shall receive the crown of the life, which the Lord did promise to those loving Him.

Smith's Literal Translation
Happy the man who endures temptation: for being tried, he shall receive the crown of life, which the Lord promised to them loving him.

Catholic Translations

Douay-Rheims Bible
Blessed is the man that endureth temptation; for when he hath been proved, he shall receive a crown of life, which God hath promised to them that love him.

Catholic Public Domain Version
Blessed is the man who suffers temptation. For when he has been proven, he shall receive the crown of life which God has promised to those who love him.

New American Bible
Blessed is the man who perseveres in temptation, for when he has been proved he will receive the crown of life that he promised to those who love him.

New Revised Standard Version
Blessed is anyone who endures temptation. Such a one has stood the test and will receive the crown of life that the Lord has promised to those who love him.

Translations from Aramaic

Lamsa Bible
Blessed is the man who endures temptations: for when he is tested, he shall receive the crown of life, which God has promised to those who love him.

Aramaic Bible in Plain English
Blessed is the man who endures temptation, for when he has been tested, he will receive a crown of life, which God has promised to those who love him.

NT Translations

Anderson New Testament
Blessed is the man that endures trial: for, being approved, he shall receive the crown of life which the Lord has promised to those who love him.

Godbey New Testament
Happy is the man who endures temptation: because, being proved, he will receive a crown of life, which God has promised to those who love him with divine love.

Haweis New Testament
Blessed is the man who patiently supports temptation: for when he is proved, he shall receive the crown of life, which the Lord hath promised to those who love him.

Mace New Testament
happy is he that can stand the tryal: for when he has undergone the test, he shall receive that crown of life which the Lord has promised to those that love him.

Weymouth New Testament
Blessed is he who patiently endures trials; for when he has stood the test, he will gain the victor's crown--even the crown of Life--which the Lord has promised to those who love Him.

Worrell New Testament
Happyis a man who endures temptation; because, when he becomes approved, he will receive the crown of life, which He promised to those who love Him.

Worsley New Testament
Happyis the man who sustaineth temptation; for being approved he shall receive the crown of life, which the Lord hath promised to them that love Him.

Additional Translations ...

Audio Bible

Context

Rejoicing in Trials
…11For the sun rises with scorching heat and withers the plant; its flower falls and its beauty is lost. So too, the rich man will fade away in the midst of his pursuits.12Blessed is the man who perseveres under trial,because when he has stood the test,he will receive the crown of life that God has promised to those who love Him.13When tempted, no one should say, “God is tempting me.” For God cannot be tempted by evil, nor does He tempt anyone.…

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Cross References

Matthew 5:10-12
Blessed are those who are persecuted because of righteousness, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. / Blessed are you when people insult you, persecute you, and falsely say all kinds of evil against you because of Me. / Rejoice and be glad, because great is your reward in heaven, for in the same way they persecuted the prophets before you.

1 Peter 1:6-7
In this you greatly rejoice, though now for a little while you may have had to suffer grief in various trials / so that the proven character of your faith—more precious than gold, which perishes even though refined by fire—may result in praise, glory, and honor at the revelation of Jesus Christ.

Romans 5:3-5
Not only that, but we also rejoice in our sufferings, because we know that suffering produces perseverance; / perseverance, character; and character, hope. / And hope does not disappoint us, because God has poured out His love into our hearts through the Holy Spirit, whom He has given us.

1 Corinthians 9:24-25
Do you not know that in a race all the runners run, but only one receives the prize? Run in such a way as to take the prize. / Everyone who competes in the games trains with strict discipline. They do it for a crown that is perishable, but we do it for a crown that is imperishable.

2 Timothy 4:7-8
I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith. / From now on there is laid up for me the crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous Judge, will award to me on that day—and not only to me, but to all who crave His appearing.

Revelation 2:10
Do not fear what you are about to suffer. Behold, the devil is about to throw some of you into prison to test you, and you will suffer tribulation for ten days. Be faithful even unto death, and I will give you the crown of life.

1 Peter 5:4
And when the Chief Shepherd appears, you will receive the crown of glory that will never fade away.

Hebrews 10:36
You need to persevere, so that after you have done the will of God, you will receive what He has promised.

2 Corinthians 4:17
For our light and momentary affliction is producing for us an eternal weight of glory that is far beyond comparison.

Matthew 10:22
You will be hated by everyone because of My name, but the one who perseveres to the end will be saved.

1 John 2:25
And this is the promise that He Himself made to us: eternal life.

1 Peter 4:12-13
Beloved, do not be surprised at the fiery trial that has come upon you, as though something strange were happening to you. / But rejoice that you share in the sufferings of Christ, so that you may be overjoyed at the revelation of His glory.

Romans 8:18
I consider that our present sufferings are not comparable to the glory that will be revealed in us.

Philippians 3:14
I press on toward the goal to win the prize of God’s heavenly calling in Christ Jesus.

Revelation 3:11
I am coming soon. Hold fast to what you have, so that no one will take your crown.

Treasury of Scripture

Blessed is the man that endures temptation: for when he is tried, he shall receive the crown of life, which the Lord has promised to them that love him.

the man.

James 1:2-4
My brethren, count it all joy when ye fall into divers temptations; …

James 5:11
Behold, we count them happy which endure. Ye have heard of the patience of Job, and have seen the end of the Lord; that the Lord is very pitiful, and of tender mercy.

Job 5:17
Behold, happyis the man whom God correcteth: therefore despise not thou the chastening of the Almighty:

when.

Deuteronomy 8:2
And thou shalt remember all the way which the LORD thy God led thee these forty years in the wilderness, to humble thee,and to prove thee, to know whatwas in thine heart, whether thou wouldest keep his commandments, or no.

Deuteronomy 13:3
Thou shalt not hearken unto the words of that prophet, or that dreamer of dreams: for the LORD your God proveth you, to know whether ye love the LORD your God with all your heart and with all your soul.

Proverbs 17:3
The fining potis for silver, and the furnace for gold: but the LORD trieth the hearts.

the crown.

Matthew 25:34
Then shall the King say unto them on his right hand, Come, ye blessed of my Father, inherit the kingdom prepared for you from the foundation of the world:

Luke 22:28-30
Ye are they which have continued with me in my temptations…

Romans 2:7-10
To them who by patient continuance in well doing seek for glory and honour and immortality, eternal life: …

which.

James 2:5
Hearken, my beloved brethren, Hath not God chosen the poor of this world rich in faith, and heirs of the kingdom which he hath promised to them that love him?

Isaiah 64:4
For since the beginning of the worldmen have not heard, nor perceived by the ear, neither hath the eye seen, O God, beside thee,what he hath prepared for him that waiteth for him.

Matthew 10:22
And ye shall be hated of allmen for my name's sake: but he that endureth to the end shall be saved.

them.

James 2:5
Hearken, my beloved brethren, Hath not God chosen the poor of this world rich in faith, and heirs of the kingdom which he hath promised to them that love him?

Exodus 20:6
And shewing mercy unto thousands of them that love me, and keep my commandments.

Deuteronomy 7:9
Know therefore that the LORD thy God, heis God, the faithful God, which keepeth covenant and mercy with them that love him and keep his commandments to a thousand generations;

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James 1

1.James greets the twelve tribes among the nations;
2.exhorts to rejoice in trials and temptations;
5.to ask patience of God;
13.and in our trials not to impute our weakness, or sins, to him,
19.but rather to hearken to the word, to meditate on it, and to do thereafter.
26.Otherwise men may seem, but never be, truly religious.

Study Bible

Book ◦ Chapter

Blessed is the man who perseveres under trial
The concept of being "blessed" in Scripture often refers to a state of spiritual well-being and prosperity, not necessarily material wealth. This echoes the Beatitudes inMatthew 5, where Jesus describes the blessedness of those who endure hardships for righteousness' sake. Perseverance under trial is a recurring theme in the Bible, seen in the lives of figures like Job, who remained faithful despite severe testing. Trials are understood as opportunities for spiritual growth and maturity, as seen inRomans 5:3-4, where suffering produces perseverance, character, and hope.

because when he has stood the test
The phrase "stood the test" implies a process of proving one's faith through endurance. This is akin to the refining of gold, a metaphor used in1 Peter 1:7, where faith is tested by fire to prove its genuineness. The testing of faith is not meant to cause failure but to strengthen and purify believers, aligning with God's purpose for their lives. Historical context shows that early Christians faced persecution, making this promise of standing firm particularly poignant.

he will receive the crown of life
The "crown of life" is a metaphor for eternal reward and victory, reminiscent of the laurel wreaths given to victors in ancient athletic games. This imagery is also found in1 Corinthians 9:25, where Paul speaks of an imperishable crown. The crown of life signifies eternal life and the ultimate triumph over sin and death, promised to those who remain faithful. It reflects the hope of resurrection and eternal fellowship with God, as seen inRevelation 2:10.

that God has promised to those who love Him
This promise underscores the covenantal relationship between God and His people, where love for God is demonstrated through obedience and faithfulness. The promise of eternal life is a central tenet of Christian faith, as seen inJohn 3:16. The assurance of God's promises is rooted in His unchanging nature and faithfulness, as highlighted inHebrews 10:23. The love for God is the greatest commandment, as stated inMatthew 22:37, and is the foundation for receiving His promises.

Persons / Places / Events

1.James
The author of the epistle, traditionally identified as James, the brother of Jesus and a leader in the early Jerusalem church. He writes to encourage believers facing trials.

2.The Recipients
Early Christians, likely Jewish believers scattered among the nations, facing persecution and trials for their faith.

3.Trials
The various difficulties and persecutions faced by believers, which test their faith and perseverance.

4.Crown of Life
A metaphorical reward representing eternal life and victory, promised to those who remain steadfast in their love for God.

5.God's Promise
The assurance given by God to those who love Him and endure trials, highlighting His faithfulness and the ultimate reward for perseverance.

Teaching Points

Perseverance in Trials
Trials are an opportunity for growth and strengthening of faith. Believers are called to endure with patience and trust in God's purpose.

The Promise of Reward
The "crown of life" symbolizes eternal life and victory. It serves as motivation for believers to remain steadfast in their love for God despite challenges.

Love for God as Motivation
True perseverance is rooted in a deep love for God. This love compels believers to remain faithful, knowing that God is faithful to His promises.

Testing as a Means of Refinement
Trials test and refine faith, much like gold is refined by fire. This process is essential for spiritual maturity and growth.

Encouragement in Community
Believers are encouraged to support one another in trials, reminding each other of God's promises and the eternal perspective.

Bible Study Questions and Answers

1.What is the meaning of James 1:12?

2.How can we remain steadfast under trial according to James 1:12?

3.What is the "crown of life" promised in James 1:12?

4.How does James 1:12 connect with Matthew 5:10-12 on enduring persecution?

5.In what ways can we demonstrate love for God during trials?

6.How can James 1:12 encourage us in facing daily challenges and temptations?

7.What does James 1:12 reveal about the nature of trials and perseverance in faith?

8.How does James 1:12 define the concept of being "blessed" in a Christian context?

9.What is the "crown of life" mentioned in James 1:12, and how is it obtained?

10.What are the top 10 Lessons from James 1?

11.What insights does Day 36 offer on spiritual growth?

12.What is the meaning of the Crown of Life?

13.What is the meaning of the Crown of Life?

14.Does enduring to the end ensure our salvation?

What Does James 1:12 Mean

Blessed is the man

James begins by declaring that a person who endures hardship is “blessed.” This echoesPsalm 1:1–3, where the blessed one delights in God’s law and prospers in all seasons. The blessing here is not fleeting happiness but God’s favor resting on a life anchored in Him (seeMatthew 5:10–12).

Key takeaways:

• God Himself pronounces the blessing; it is certain and irrevocable.

• The blessing is experienced even amid pain, not only after trials end (2 Corinthians 4:17).

who perseveres under trial

Trials are the proving ground of genuine faith (1 Peter 1:6–7). Perseverance means remaining steadfast instead of giving in to doubt, anger, or compromise (Romans 5:3–4).

Practical observations:

• Trials expose areas where trust in God must deepen.

• Perseverance is possible because the Spirit empowers believers to stand (Galatians 5:22).

because when he has stood the test

The phrase looks forward to a completed process. Passing the test reveals authenticity, like gold refined by fire (Job 23:10). The believer comes through with faith proven and character purified (James 1:3–4).

Encouragements:

• Each trial has a divine limit and purpose (1 Corinthians 10:13).

• God, not the trial, gets the final word on your story (Romans 8:28).

he will receive the crown of life

The “crown” pictures a victor’s wreath awarded to athletes (1 Corinthians 9:25). Here it signifies eternal life enjoyed face-to-face with Christ (Revelation 2:10).

Important reminders:

• The crown is a gift, not wages earned; perseverance proves faith, it does not purchase salvation (Ephesians 2:8–9).

• The promise motivates present endurance by fixing hearts on future glory (Colossians 3:1–4).

that God has promised to those who love Him

Love for God is the distinguishing mark of true believers (John 14:15). This love is both a response to His grace (1 John 4:19) and a sustaining force in trials (Romans 8:35–39). The promise cannot fail because the Promiser is faithful (Hebrews 10:23).

Living it out:

• Cultivate love for God through Scripture, prayer, and obedience.

• Recall His promises when trials threaten to blur eternal perspective (2 Peter 1:3–4).

summary

James 1:12 assures believers that God calls them blessed right now as they persevere through trials. Steadfast endurance, empowered by love for God, proves the genuineness of faith. On the other side of every test awaits the unfading crown of life—eternal, joyous fellowship with Christ—guaranteed by God’s own promise.

Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers

(12-18) The Apostle returns to the consideration of the afflicted Christian. Such a one has a blessedness, greater infinitely than any earthly happiness, already in possession, and the promise of a future beyond all comparison.

It may be well to point out in this place that the idea of blessedness with regard to man is conveyed to us in the New Testament by a different word from that which expresses the like concerning God. The force of this may be seen inMark 14:61, where the high priest asks our Lord, "Art Thou the Christ, the Son of the Blessed?"i.e.,the Blessed God, to show which the adjective is rightly printed with a capital letter. The word applied to God--as inLuke 1:68;Romans 1:25;Romans 9:5;2Corinthians 1:3;2Corinthians 11:31;Ephesians 1:3;1Peter 1:3--may be almost called a Christian one; at least, it is not found in much earlier writings, whereas the other term descriptive of man's blessedness (or rather, happiness) is ancient and classical. Only in one passage (1Timothy 1:11) is there an exception to this remarkable distinction; and such may well be considered, as it is by the German critic De Wette,un-pauline,though on no such a single instance, or even several such, could the superstructure be built that has been raised up by those who deny the genuineness of the Pastoral Epistles. . . .

Pulpit Commentary

Verses 12-18. -Return to the subject of temptation. Ver. 2 taught that temptation regarded as anopportunity should be a cause for joy. Ver. 12 teaches that theendurance of temptation brings a blessing from God, even the crown of life. Comp.Revelation 2:10, the only other place in the New Testament where the "crown of life" is mentioned; and there also it stands in close connection with the endurance of temptation. Elsewhere we read of the "crown of righteousness" (2 Timothy 4:8), and the "crown of glory" (1 Peter 5:4). The genitive (τὸν στέφανον τῆς ζωῆς) is probably the gen. epex.," the crown, which is life."Ὁ Κύριος of the Received Text has but slight authority. It is wanting in A, B,א, ff, and is deleted by the Revisers, following all recent editors. Render,which he promised, etc. The subject is easily understood, and therefore, as frequently in Jewish writings (e.g. 1 Maccabees), omitted from motives of reverence.

Parallel Commentaries ...

Greek

Blessed [is the]
Μακάριος(Makarios)
Adjective - Nominative Masculine Singular
Strong's 3107:Happy, blessed, to be envied. A prolonged form of the poetical makar; supremely blest; by extension, fortunate, well off.

man
ἀνὴρ(anēr)
Noun - Nominative Masculine Singular
Strong's 435:A male human being; a man, husband. A primary word; a man.

who
ὃς(hos)
Personal / Relative Pronoun - Nominative Masculine Singular
Strong's 3739:Who, which, what, that.

perseveres
ὑπομένει(hypomenei)
Verb - Present Indicative Active - 3rd Person Singular
Strong's 5278:From hupo and meno; to stay under, i.e. Remain; figuratively, to undergo, i.e. Bear, have fortitude, persevere.

under trial,
πειρασμόν(peirasmon)
Noun - Accusative Masculine Singular
Strong's 3986:From peirazo; a putting to proof (of good), experience (of evil), solicitation, discipline or provocation); by implication, adversity.

because
ὅτι(hoti)
Conjunction
Strong's 3754:Neuter of hostis as conjunction; demonstrative, that; causative, because.

when he has
γενόμενος(genomenos)
Verb - Aorist Participle Middle - Nominative Masculine Singular
Strong's 1096:A prolongation and middle voice form of a primary verb; to cause to be, i.e. to become, used with great latitude.

stood the test,
δόκιμος(dokimos)
Adjective - Nominative Masculine Singular
Strong's 1384:Approved, acceptable, tried. From dokeo; properly, acceptable, i.e. Approved.

he will receive
λήμψεται(lēmpsetai)
Verb - Future Indicative Middle - 3rd Person Singular
Strong's 2983:(a) I receive, get, (b) I take, lay hold of.

the
τὸν(ton)
Article - Accusative Masculine Singular
Strong's 3588:The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the.

crown
στέφανον(stephanon)
Noun - Accusative Masculine Singular
Strong's 4735:A crown, garland, honor, glory. From an apparently primary stepho; a chaplet, literally or figuratively.

of life
ζωῆς(zōēs)
Noun - Genitive Feminine Singular
Strong's 2222:Life, both of physical (present) and of spiritual (particularly future) existence. From zao; life.

that
ὃν(hon)
Personal / Relative Pronoun - Accusative Masculine Singular
Strong's 3739:Who, which, what, that.

[God] has promised
ἐπηγγείλατο(epēngeilato)
Verb - Aorist Indicative Middle - 3rd Person Singular
Strong's 1861:From epi and the base of aggelos; to announce upon, i.e. to engage to do something, to assert something respecting oneself.

to those who
τοῖς(tois)
Article - Dative Masculine Plural
Strong's 3588:The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the.

love
ἀγαπῶσιν(agapōsin)
Verb - Present Participle Active - Dative Masculine Plural
Strong's 25:To love, wish well to, take pleasure in, long for; denotes the love of reason, esteem. Perhaps from agan; to love.

Him.
αὐτόν(auton)
Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Accusative Masculine 3rd Person Singular
Strong's 846:He, she, it, they, them, same. From the particle au; the reflexive pronoun self, used of the third person, and of the other persons.

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NT Letters: James 1:12 Blessed is the man who endures temptation (Ja Jas. Jam)