New International VersionHumble yourselves before the Lord, and he will lift you up.
New Living TranslationHumble yourselves before the Lord, and he will lift you up in honor.
English Standard VersionHumble yourselves before the Lord, and he will exalt you.
Berean Standard BibleHumble yourselves before the Lord, and He will exalt you.
Berean Literal BibleHumble yourselves in the presence of the Lord, and He will exalt you.
King James BibleHumble yourselves in the sight of the Lord, and he shall lift you up.
New King James VersionHumble yourselves in the sight of the Lord, and He will lift you up.
New American Standard BibleHumble yourselves in the presence of the Lord, and He will exalt you.
NASB 1995Humble yourselves in the presence of the Lord, and He will exalt you.
NASB 1977Humble yourselves in the presence of the Lord, and He will exalt you.
Legacy Standard BibleHumble yourselves in the presence of the Lord, and He will exalt you.
Amplified BibleHumble yourselves [with an attitude of repentance and insignificance] in the presence of the Lord, and He will exalt you [He will lift you up, He will give you purpose].
Christian Standard BibleHumble yourselves before the Lord, and he will exalt you.
Holman Christian Standard BibleHumble yourselves before the Lord, and He will exalt you.
American Standard VersionHumble yourselves in the sight of the Lord, and he shall exalt you.
Contemporary English VersionBe humble in the Lord's presence, and he will honor you.
English Revised VersionHumble yourselves in the sight of the Lord, and he shall exalt you.
GOD'S WORD® TranslationHumble yourselves in the Lord's presence. Then he will give you a high position.
Good News TranslationHumble yourselves before the Lord, and he will lift you up.
International Standard VersionHumble yourselves in the Lord's presence, and he will exalt you.
NET BibleHumble yourselves before the Lord and he will exalt you.
New Heart English BibleHumble yourselves in the sight of the Lord, and he will exalt you.
Webster's Bible TranslationHumble yourselves in the sight of the Lord, and he will lift you up.
Weymouth New TestamentHumble yourselves in the presence of the Lord, and He will exalt you. Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleHumble yourselves before the Lord, and He will exalt you.
World English BibleHumble yourselves in the sight of the Lord, and he will exalt you. Literal Translations Literal Standard Versionbe made low before the LORD, and He will exalt you.
Berean Literal BibleHumble yourselves in the presence of the Lord, and He will exalt you.
Young's Literal Translation be made low before the Lord, and He shall exalt you.
Smith's Literal TranslationBe ye humbled before the Lord, and he will lift you up. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleBe humbled in the sight of the Lord, and he will exalt you.
Catholic Public Domain VersionBe humbled in the sight of the Lord, and he will exalt you.
New American BibleHumble yourselves before the Lord and he will exalt you.
New Revised Standard VersionHumble yourselves before the Lord, and he will exalt you. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleHumble yourselves before the LORD and he shall lift you up.
Aramaic Bible in Plain EnglishBe humble before THE LORD JEHOVAH, and he will exalt you. NT Translations Anderson New TestamentHumble yourselves in the sight of the Lord, and he will exalt you.
Godbey New Testament Humble yourselves before the Lord, and he will raise you up.
Haweis New Testament Be humbled in the presence of God, so he will exalt you.
Mace New Testament humble your selves before the Lord, and he will raise you up.
Weymouth New Testament Humble yourselves in the presence of the Lord, and He will exalt you.
Worrell New Testament Humble yourselves in the sight of the Lord, and He will exalt you.
Worsley New Testament Be humbled before the Lord, and He will exalt you.
Additional Translations ... Audio Bible
Context Drawing Near to God… 9Grieve, mourn, and weep. Turn your laughter to mourning, and your joy to gloom. 10Humble yourselvesbeforethe Lord,andHe will exaltyou.11Brothers, do not slander one another. Anyone who speaks against his brother or judges him speaks against the law and judges it. And if you judge the law, you are not a practitioner of the law, but a judge of it.…
Cross References 1 Peter 5:6Humble yourselves, therefore, under God’s mighty hand, so that in due time He may exalt you.
Matthew 23:12For whoever exalts himself will be humbled, and whoever humbles himself will be exalted.
Luke 14:11For everyone who exalts himself will be humbled, and the one who humbles himself will be exalted.”
Luke 18:14I tell you, this man, rather than the Pharisee, went home justified. For everyone who exalts himself will be humbled, but the one who humbles himself will be exalted.”
Proverbs 3:34He mocks the mockers, but gives grace to the humble.
Proverbs 29:23A man’s pride will bring him low, but a humble spirit will obtain honor.
Isaiah 57:15For thus says the One who is high and lifted up, who inhabits eternity, whose name is Holy: “I dwell in a high and holy place, and with the oppressed and humble in spirit, to restore the spirit of the lowly and revive the heart of the contrite.
Isaiah 66:2Has not My hand made all these things? And so they came into being,” declares the LORD. “This is the one I will esteem: he who is humble and contrite in spirit, who trembles at My word.
Philippians 2:8-9And being found in appearance as a man, He humbled Himself and became obedient to death—even death on a cross. / Therefore God exalted Him to the highest place and gave Him the name above all names,
1 Samuel 2:7-8The LORD sends poverty and wealth; He humbles and He exalts. / He raises the poor from the dust and lifts the needy from the ash heap. He seats them among princes and bestows on them a throne of honor. For the foundations of the earth are the LORD’s, and upon them He has set the world.
Job 5:11He sets the lowly on high, so that mourners are lifted to safety.
Psalm 18:27For You save an afflicted people, but You humble those with haughty eyes.
Psalm 147:6The LORD sustains the humble, but casts the wicked to the ground.
Psalm 149:4For the LORD takes pleasure in His people; He adorns the afflicted with salvation.
Matthew 5:3“Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.
Treasury of Scripture Humble yourselves in the sight of the Lord, and he shall lift you up. Humble. James 4:6,7 But he giveth more grace. Wherefore he saith, God resisteth the proud, but giveth grace unto the humble… he. 1 Samuel 2:9 He will keep the feet of his saints, and the wicked shall be silent in darkness; for by strength shall no man prevail. Job 22:29 Whenmen are cast down, then thou shalt say,There is lifting up; and he shall save the humble person. Psalm 27:6 And now shall mine head be lifted up above mine enemies round about me: therefore will I offer in his tabernacle sacrifices of joy; I will sing, yea, I will sing praises unto the LORD. Jump to Previous ExaltEyesHumbleLiftPresenceSightYourselvesJump to Next ExaltEyesHumbleLiftPresenceSightYourselvesJames 4 1.We are to strive against covetousness;4.intemperance;5.pride;11.detraction and rash judgment of others;13.and not to be boastful of our future plans.Humble yourselves before the LordThe call to humility is a recurring theme throughout Scripture, emphasizing the importance of recognizing one's own limitations and dependence on God. In the biblical context, humility is not merely an attitude but an action, a deliberate choice to submit to God's authority. This phrase echoes the teachings of Jesus, who exemplified humility in His life and ministry ( Philippians 2:5-8). The cultural context of the early church, to which James was writing, was one where honor and status were highly valued. By urging believers to humble themselves, James is countering the societal norms and encouraging a countercultural approach that aligns with God's kingdom values. This humility is also a prerequisite for receiving God's grace, as stated earlier in James 4:6, "God opposes the proud but gives grace to the humble." and He will exalt you The promise of exaltation is a divine assurance that those who humble themselves will be lifted up by God. This exaltation is not necessarily in worldly terms of power or status but in spiritual terms, aligning with God's purposes and receiving His favor. The concept of God exalting the humble is consistent with the teachings of Jesus, such as inMatthew 23:12, "For whoever exalts himself will be humbled, and whoever humbles himself will be exalted." This principle is also seen in the lives of biblical figures like Joseph, who, despite his trials, was eventually elevated to a position of great influence in Egypt (Genesis 41:41-44). Theologically, this exaltation points to the ultimate glorification of believers in the eschatological future, where they will share in Christ's glory (Romans 8:17). The promise serves as an encouragement to believers to remain steadfast in humility, trusting in God's timing and sovereignty. Persons / Places / Events 1. JamesThe author of the epistle, traditionally identified as James, the brother of Jesus and a leader in the early Jerusalem church. He writes with authority and pastoral concern for the spiritual well-being of his readers. 2. The LordRefers to God, emphasizing His sovereignty and the proper attitude of humility that believers should have before Him. 3. The RecipientsEarly Christians, likely Jewish believers scattered among the nations, facing trials and temptations, and in need of guidance on living out their faith. Teaching Points The Call to HumilityHumility is a deliberate act of submission to God, recognizing His authority and our dependence on Him. It involves a heart posture that acknowledges our limitations and God's greatness. The Promise of ExaltationGod's promise to exalt those who humble themselves is a reminder that true honor and elevation come from Him, not from self-promotion or worldly achievements. The Example of ChristJesus Christ is the perfect model of humility. By following His example, believers can understand the depth of humility required and the glory that follows. The Role of GraceHumility opens the door to receiving God's grace. It is through grace that believers are empowered to live righteously and are ultimately exalted by God. Practical Humility in Daily LifePracticing humility involves serving others, prioritizing God's will over personal desires, and seeking His guidance in all aspects of life. Lists and Questions Top 10 Lessons from James 4
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How can I become more humble?(10) Humble yourselves . . .--Read, Humble yourselves therefore before the Lord, and He shall lift you up. "For thus saith the high and lofty One" ( Isaiah 57:15), "I dwell in the high and holy place, with him also that is of a contrite and humble spirit, to revive the spirit of the humble, and to revive the heart of the contrite." (Comp. 1Peter 5:6.) "God," says Thomas a Kempis, "protects the humble and delivers him; He loves and consoles him; He inclines Himself towards the humble man, He bestows on him exceeding grace, and after his humiliation He lifts him up to glory; He reveals his secrets to the humble, and sweetly draws and leads him to Himself." Verse 10. - Humble yourselves, etc. A further parallel with our Lord's teaching, St. James's words being perhaps suggested by the saying recorded in Matthew 23:12, "Whosoever shall humble himself shall be exalted" ( ὑψωθήσεται, as here, "He shall lift you up," ὑψώσει) .In the sight of the Lord ( ἐνώπιον). The article ( τοῦ) in the Received Text is certainly wrong. It is wanting in a, A, B, K. The anarthrous Κύριος is used by St. James here and in James 5:4, 10 (with which contrast ver. 14), and 1 l, as equivalent to the "Jehovah" of the Old Testament, which is represented in the LXX. by Κύριος without the article.
Parallel Commentaries ...
Greek Humble yourselvesταπεινώθητε(tapeinōthēte)Verb - Aorist Imperative Passive - 2nd Person Plural Strong's 5013:To make or bring low, humble, humiliate; pass: To be humbled. From tapeinos; to depress; figuratively, to humiliate.beforeἐνώπιον(enōpion)Preposition Strong's 1799:Neuter of a compound of en and a derivative of optanomai; in the face of.[the] Lord,Κυρίου(Kyriou)Noun - Genitive Masculine Singular Strong's 2962:Lord, master, sir; the Lord. From kuros; supreme in authority, i.e. controller; by implication, Master.andκαὶ(kai)Conjunction Strong's 2532:And, even, also, namely.He will exaltὑψώσει(hypsōsei)Verb - Future Indicative Active - 3rd Person Singular Strong's 5312:(a) I raise on high, lift up, (b) I exalt, set on high. From hupsos; to elevate.you.ὑμᾶς(hymas)Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Accusative 2nd Person Plural Strong's 4771:You. The person pronoun of the second person singular; thou.
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