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E.W. Bullinger's Companion Bible Notes - James 3:16

confusion = commotion, or unrest. Greek. akatastasia. See Luke 21:9 . Compare James 3:8 . evil . Greek. phaulos . See John 3:20 . read more

James Burton Coffman

Coffman Commentaries on the Bible - James 3:15

This wisdom is not a wisdom that cometh down from above, but is earthly, sensual, devilish.No better comment on this verse was found than that of Macknight who paraphrased the verse thus:This outrageous method of spreading religion is not the wisdom that comes from God, but is earthly policy, suggested by your animal passions, and belongs to demons who inspire you with it.[37] Devilish ... is better understood as "demonic," there being but one "devil," as contrasted with many "demons." However,... read more

James Burton Coffman

Coffman Commentaries on the Bible - James 3:16

For where jealousy and faction are, there is confusion and every vile deed.In the preceding verse, James described much so-called "wisdom" in an advancing series as:Pertaining to earth, not to the world above; to mere nature, not to the spirit; and to the hostile spirits of evil, and not to the living God. 16 follows as proof of what has just been said.[38] In the inherent wickedness of factious and partisan defenders of human systems of religion, it appears here that honesty, fairness and... read more

Thomas Coke

Thomas Coke Commentary on the Holy Bible - James 3:15

James 3:15. This wisdom descendeth not from above, &c.— "For, whatever pretences such a person may make, (James 3:14.) to a greater knowledge, or a sounder faith than others, this fierce zeal and love of strife is not the wisdom which descends from heaven; but it is produced upon earth, arising from a excessive regard to the present world, and proceeds not from the Spirit of God, but from too great an indulgence of the sensual appetites: and it resembles the temper of demons,—those wicked... read more

Robert Jamieson; A. R. Fausset; David Brown

Commentary Critical and Explanatory on the Whole Bible - James 3:15

15. This wisdom—in which ye "glory," as if ye were "wise" (James 3:13; James 3:14). descendeth not from above—literally, "is not one descending," c.: "from the Father of lights" (true illumination and wisdom), James 3:14- : through "the Spirit of truth," James 3:14- :. earthly—opposed to heavenly. Distinct from "earthy," James 3:14- :. Earthly is what is IN the earth; earthy, what is of the earth. sensual—literally, "animal-like": the wisdom of the "natural" (the same Greek) man, not born again... read more

Robert Jamieson; A. R. Fausset; David Brown

Commentary Critical and Explanatory on the Whole Bible - James 3:16

16. envying—So English Version translates the Greek, which usually means "zeal"; "emulation," in :-. "The envious man stands in his own light. He thinks his candle cannot shine in the presence of another's sun. He aims directly at men, obliquely at God, who makes men to differ." strife—rivalry [ALFORD]. confusion—literally, "tumultuous anarchy": both in society (translated "commotions," Luke 21:9; "tumults," 2 Corinthians 6:5), and in the individual mind; in contrast to the "peaceable"... read more

Thomas Constable

Expository Notes of Dr. Thomas Constable - James 3:13-18

B. Controlling the Mind 3:13-18As in the previous chapters, James began his discussion of human speech with a practical exhortation and continued to deal with increasingly basic issues. He spoke of the importance of controlling one’s mind next to enable his readers to understand how to control their tongues. Wisdom in the mind affects one’s use of his or her tongue. Note the key words "wise" and "wisdom" (James 3:13; James 3:17), which bracket the thought of this section, as well of the... read more

Thomas Constable

Expository Notes of Dr. Thomas Constable - James 3:14-16

2. The importance of graciousness 3:14-16 read more

Thomas Constable

Expository Notes of Dr. Thomas Constable - James 3:15

This type of so-called "wisdom," which springs from jealousy and ambition, does not have its source in the fear of the Lord. It comes from the spirit (philosophy) of this world (cf. James 2:1-7). It consists of only what is natural, excluding the supernatural influence of God’s Spirit. Furthermore it is demon-like in its deception, hypocrisy, and evil."Wisdom is not measured by degrees but by deeds. It is not a matter of acquiring truth in lectures but of applying truth to life." [Note: Blue,... read more

Thomas Constable

Expository Notes of Dr. Thomas Constable - James 3:16

God is not the God of disorder but of order and peace (Genesis 1; 1 Corinthians 14:33). He opposes every evil thing (1 John 1:5). Therefore ungracious jealousy and personal ambition are not part of the wisdom He provides."There is a kind of person who is undoubtedly clever; he has an acute brain and a skilful tongue; but his effect in any committee, in any Church, in any group, is to cause trouble, to drive people apart, to foment strife, to make trouble, to disturb personal relationships. It... read more

E.W. Bullinger's Companion Bible Notes - James 3:16

Coffman Commentaries on the Bible - James 3:15

Coffman Commentaries on the Bible - James 3:16

Thomas Coke Commentary on the Holy Bible - James 3:15

Commentary Critical and Explanatory on the Whole Bible - James 3:15

Commentary Critical and Explanatory on the Whole Bible - James 3:16

Expository Notes of Dr. Thomas Constable - James 3:13-18

Expository Notes of Dr. Thomas Constable - James 3:14-16

Expository Notes of Dr. Thomas Constable - James 3:15

Expository Notes of Dr. Thomas Constable - James 3:16

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