James 2:17

17 In the same way, faith by itself, if it is not accompanied by action, is dead.

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James 2:17 in Other Translations

KJV
17 Even so faith, if it hath not works, is dead, being alone.
ESV
17 So also faith by itself, if it does not have works, is dead.
NLT
17 So you see, faith by itself isn’t enough. Unless it produces good deeds, it is dead and useless.
MSG
17 Isn't it obvious that God-talk without God-acts is outrageous nonsense?
CSB
17 In the same way faith, if it doesn't have works, is dead by itself.

James 2:17 In-Context

15 Suppose a brother or a sister is without clothes and daily food.
16 If one of you says to them, “Go in peace; keep warm and well fed,” but does nothing about their physical needs, what good is it?
17 In the same way, faith by itself, if it is not accompanied by action, is dead.
18 But someone will say, “You have faith; I have deeds.” Show me your faith without deeds, and I will show you my faith by my deeds.
19 You believe that there is one God. Good! Even the demons believe that—and shudder.

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Cross References 1

  • 1. ver 20,26; Galatians 5:6
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