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NASB | James 2:5 Listen, my beloved brethren: did not God choose the poor of this world to be rich in faith and heirs of the kingdom which He promised to those who love Him? |
AMPLIFIED 2015 | James 2:5 Listen, my beloved brothers and sisters: has not God chosen the poor of this world to be rich in faith and [as believers to be] heirs of the kingdom which He promised to those who love Him? |
Bible Question: Were the rich making fun of the name "Christian" James 2:7 |
Bible Answer: Altajean: More than "making fun of" is indicated by the strong language of James 2:7. The Greek word used is "blasphemeo," meaning "to speak evil against." Not only do they (the rich) despise the poor and oppressed Christians, but direct their assaults against the Lord himself. Then as now the world hated Christ and His followers. --Hank |