1 Be not many of you teachers, my brethren, knowing that we shall receive heavier judgment.Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- My G1473 (ἐγώ)
- brethren G80 (ἀδελφός) — a brother
(literally or figuratively) near or remote (much like )
- be G1096 (γίνομαι) — to cause to be
("gen"-erate), i.e. (reflexively) to become (come into being), used
with great latitude (literal, figurative, intensive, etc.)
- not G3361 (μή) — (adverb) not, (conjunction) lest; also (as an
interrogative implying a negative answer (whereas expects an
affirmative one)) whether
- many G4183 (πολύς) — (singular) much (in any
respect) or (plural) many; neuter (singular) as adverbial, largely;
neuter (plural) as adverb or noun often, mostly, largely
- teachers G1320 (διδάσκαλος) — an instructor (genitive case or specially)
- knowing G1492 (εἴδω) — used only in certain past tenses, the others being
borrowed from the equivalent and ; properly, to see
(literally or figuratively); by implication, (in the p…
- that G3754 (ὅτι) — demonstrative, that (sometimes
redundant); causative, because
- we shall receive G2983 (λαμβάνω) — while
is more violent, to seize or remove))
- the greater G3173 (μέγας) — big (literally or
figuratively, in a very wide application)
- condemnation G2917 (κρίμα) — a decision (the function or the effect, for or against
("crime"))
2 For in many things we all stumble. If any stumbleth not in word, the same is a perfect man, able to bridle the whole body also.Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- For G1063 (γάρ) — properly, assigning a reason (used in argument,
explanation or intensification; often with other particles)
- in many things G4183 (πολύς) — (singular) much (in any
respect) or (plural) many; neuter (singular) as adverbial, largely;
neuter (plural) as adverb or noun often, mostly, largely
- we offend G4417 (πταίω) — to trip, i.e. (figuratively) to err, sin, fail (of
salvation)
- all G537 (ἅπας) — absolutely all or (singular)
every one
- If G1487 (εἰ) — if, whether, that,
etc.
- any man G5100 (τὶς) — some or any person or object
- offend G4417 (πταίω) — to trip, i.e. (figuratively) to err, sin, fail (of
salvation)
- not G3756 (οὐ) — the absolute negative (compare ) adverb; no or
not
- in G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
- word G3056 (λόγος) — something said (including the thought); by implication, a
topic (subject of discourse), also reasoning (the mental faculty) or
motive; by extension, a computa…
- the same G3778 (οὗτος) — the he (she or it), i.e. this or that
(often with article repeated)
- a perfect G5046 (τέλειος) — complete (in various applications of labor, growth, mental
and moral character, etc.); neuter (as noun, with )
completeness
- man G435 (ἀνήρ) — a man (properly as an individual
male)
- able G1415 (δυνατός) — powerful or capable (literally or figuratively); neuter
possible
- also G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in
connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
- to bridle G5468 (χαλιναγωγέω) — to be a
bit-leader, i.e. to curb (figuratively)
- the whole G3650 (ὅλος) — "whole" or "all", i.e. complete (in extent, amount,
time or degree), especially (neuter) as noun or adverb
- body G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- body G4983 (σῶμα) — the body (as a sound whole), used in a very wide
application, literally or figuratively
3 Now if we put the horses’ bridles into their mouths that they may obey us, we turn about their whole body also.Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- Behold G3708 (ὁράω) — by extension, to attend to; by
Hebraism, to experience; passively, to appear
- we put G906 (βάλλω) — to throw (in various applications, more or less
violent or intense)
- bits G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- bits G5469 (χαλινός) — a curb or head-stall (as curbing the spirit)
- in G1519 (εἰς) — to or into (indicating the point reached or
entered), of place, time, or (figuratively) purpose (result, etc.);
also in adverbial phrases
- the horses’ G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- the horses’ G2462 (ἵππος) — a horse
- mouths G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- mouths G4750 (στόμα) — the mouth (as if a gash in the face); by implication, language (and
its relations); figuratively, an opening (in the earth); specially,
the front or edge (of…
- that G4314 (πρός) — a preposition of direction; forward to,
i.e. toward (with the genitive case, the side of, i.e. pertaining to;
with the dative case, by the side of, i.e. near…
- they G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used
(alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the
proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
- may obey G3982 (πείθω) — to convince (by argument, true or false); by analogy,
to pacify or conciliate (by other fair means); reflexively or
passively, to assent (to evidence or autho…
- us G1473 (ἐγώ)
- and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in
connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
- we turn about G3329 (μετάγω) — to lead over, i.e. transfer (direct)
- their G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used
(alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the
proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
- whole G3650 (ὅλος) — "whole" or "all", i.e. complete (in extent, amount,
time or degree), especially (neuter) as noun or adverb
- body G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- body G4983 (σῶμα) — the body (as a sound whole), used in a very wide
application, literally or figuratively
4 Behold, the ships also, though they are so great and are driven by rough winds, are yet turned about by a very small rudder, whither the impulse of the steersman willeth.Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- Behold G3708 (ὁράω) — by extension, to attend to; by
Hebraism, to experience; passively, to appear
- also G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in
connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
- the ships G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- the ships G4143 (πλοῖον) — a sailer, i.e. vessel
- which though G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)
- so great G5082 (τηλικοῦτος) — such as this, i.e. (in
(figurative) magnitude) so vast
- and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in
connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
- driven G1643 (ἐλαύνω) — to push (as wind,
oars or dæmonical power)
- of G5259 (ὑπό) — under, i.e. (with the genitive case) of place
(beneath), or with verbs (the agency or means, through); (with the
accusative case) of place (whither (underneat…
- fierce G4642 (σκληρός) — dry, i.e. hard or tough (figuratively, harsh,
severe)
- winds G417 (ἄνεμος) — wind; (plural) by implication, (the four)
quarters (of the earth)
- yet are they turned about G3329 (μετάγω) — to lead over, i.e. transfer (direct)
- with G5259 (ὑπό) — under, i.e. (with the genitive case) of place
(beneath), or with verbs (the agency or means, through); (with the
accusative case) of place (whither (underneat…
- a very small G1646 (ἐλάχιστος) — used as equivalent to ; least (in
size, amount, dignity, etc.)
- helm G4079 (πηδάλιον) — a "pedal", i.e. helm
- whithersoever G3699 (ὅπου) — what(-ever) where, i.e. at whichever spot
- whithersoever G302 (ἄν)
- G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- G3730 (ὁρμή) — a violent impulse, i.e. onset
- the governor G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- the governor G2116 (εὐθύνω) — to straighten (level); technically, to steer
- listeth G1014 (βούλομαι) — to "will," i.e. (reflexively) be
willing
5 So the tongue also is a little member, and boasteth great things. Behold, how much wood is kindled by how small a fire!Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- Even G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in
connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
- so G3779 (οὕτω) — in this way (referring to what precedes or
follows)
- the tongue G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- the tongue G1100 (γλῶσσα) — the tongue; by implication, a language
(specially, one naturally unacquired)
- is G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)
- a little G3398 (μικρός) — small (in size, quantity, number or
(figuratively) dignity)
- member G3196 (μέλος) — a limb or part of the body
- and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in
connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
- boasteth great things G3166 (μεγαλαυχέω) — to talk big, i.e. be grandiloquent (arrogant, egotistic)
- Behold G3708 (ὁράω) — by extension, to attend to; by
Hebraism, to experience; passively, to appear
- how great G2245 (ἡλίκος) — as big as, i.e.
(interjectively) how much
- a matter G5208 (ὕλη) — a forest, i.e. (by implication) fuel
- a little G3641 (ὀλίγος) — puny (in extent, degree, number, duration or
value); especially neuter (adverbially) somewhat
- fire G4442 (πῦρ) — "fire" (literally or figuratively, specially,
lightning)
- kindleth G381 (ἀνάπτω) — to enkindle
6 And the tongue is a fire: the world of iniquity among our members is the tongue, which defileth the whole body, and setteth on fire the wheel of nature, and is set on fire by hell.Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- And G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in
connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
- the tongue G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- the tongue G1100 (γλῶσσα) — the tongue; by implication, a language
(specially, one naturally unacquired)
- a fire G4442 (πῦρ) — "fire" (literally or figuratively, specially,
lightning)
- a world G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- a world G2889 (κόσμος) — orderly arrangement, i.e. decoration;
by implication, the world (in a wide or narrow sense, including its
inhabitants, literally or figuratively (morally))
- of iniquity G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- of iniquity G93 (ἀδικία) — (legal) injustice (properly, the quality, by implication, the
act); morally, wrongfulness (of character, life or act)
- so G3779 (οὕτω) — in this way (referring to what precedes or
follows)
- is G2525 (καθίστημι) — to place down (permanently), i.e. (figuratively)
to designate, constitute, convoy
- among G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
- our G1473 (ἐγώ)
- members G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- members G3196 (μέλος) — a limb or part of the body
- that it defileth G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- that it defileth G4695 (σπιλόω) — to stain or soil (literally or figuratively)
- the whole G3650 (ὅλος) — "whole" or "all", i.e. complete (in extent, amount,
time or degree), especially (neuter) as noun or adverb
- body G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- body G4983 (σῶμα) — the body (as a sound whole), used in a very wide
application, literally or figuratively
- setteth on fire G5394 (φλογίζω) — to cause a blaze, i.e. ignite (figuratively, to inflame
with passion)
- the course G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- the course G5164 (τροχός) — a wheel (as a runner), i.e. (figuratively) a circuit of
physical effects
- of nature G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- of nature G1078 (γένεσις) — nativity; figuratively, nature
- it is set on fire G5394 (φλογίζω) — to cause a blaze, i.e. ignite (figuratively, to inflame
with passion)
- of G5259 (ὑπό) — under, i.e. (with the genitive case) of place
(beneath), or with verbs (the agency or means, through); (with the
accusative case) of place (whither (underneat…
- hell G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- hell G1067 (γέεννα) — valley of (the son of) Hinnom;
ge-henna (or Ge-Hinnom), a valley of Jerusalem, used (figuratively) as
a name for the place (or state) of everlasting punishmen…
7 For every kind of beasts and birds, of creeping things and things in the sea, is tamed, and hath been tamed by mankind:Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- For G1063 (γάρ) — properly, assigning a reason (used in argument,
explanation or intensification; often with other particles)
- every G3956 (πᾶς) — all,
any, every, the whole
- kind G5449 (φύσις) — growth (by germination or expansion), i.e. (by implication)
natural production (lineal descent); by extension, a genus or sort;
figuratively, native dispositi…
- of beasts G2342 (θηρίον) — a dangerous animal
- G5037 (τέ) — both or also
(properly, as correlation of )
- and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in
connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
- of birds G4071 (πετεινόν) — a flying animal, i.e. bird
- and G5037 (τέ) — both or also
(properly, as correlation of )
- of serpents G2062 (ἑρπετόν) — a reptile, i.e. (by
Hebraism (compare )) a small animal
- of things in the sea G1724 (ἐνάλιος) — in the sea, i.e. marine
- is tamed G1150 (δαμάζω) — to
tame
- hath been tamed G1150 (δαμάζω) — to
tame
- of mankind G442 (ἀνθρώπινος) — human
- G5449 (φύσις) — growth (by germination or expansion), i.e. (by implication)
natural production (lineal descent); by extension, a genus or sort;
figuratively, native dispositi…
8 but the tongue can no man tame; it is a restless evil, it is full of deadly poison.Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- But G1161 (δέ) — but, and,
etc.
- the tongue G1100 (γλῶσσα) — the tongue; by implication, a language
(specially, one naturally unacquired)
- can G1410 (δύναμαι) — to be able or possible
- no G3762 (οὐδείς) — not even one (man, woman or thing), i.e. none,
nobody, nothing
- man G444 (ἄνθρωπος) — man-faced, i.e. a human
being
- tame G1150 (δαμάζω) — to
tame
- an unruly G183 (ἀκατάσχετος) — unrestrainable
- evil G2556 (κακός) — worthless (intrinsically, such; whereas
properly refers to effects), i.e. (subjectively) depraved, or
(objectively) injurious
- full G3324 (μεστός) — replete (literally or figuratively)
- of deadly G2287 (θανατήφορος) — death-bearing, i.e.
fatal
- poison G2447 (ἰός) — rust (as if emitted by
metals); also venom (as emitted by serpents)
9 Therewith bless we the Lord and Father; and therewith curse we men, who are made after the likeness of God:Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
- Therewith G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used
(alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the
proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
- bless we G2127 (εὐλογέω) — to speak well of, i.e. (religiously)
to bless (thank or invoke a benediction upon, prosper)
- God G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- God G2316 (θεός) — a deity, especially (with ) the supreme
Divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; by Hebraism, very
- even G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in
connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
- the Father G3962 (πατήρ) — a "father" (literally or figuratively, near
or more remote)
- and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in
connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
- curse we G2672 (καταράομαι) — to execrate; by analogy, to doom
- men G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- men G444 (ἄνθρωπος) — man-faced, i.e. a human
being
- which G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- are made G1096 (γίνομαι) — to cause to be
("gen"-erate), i.e. (reflexively) to become (come into being), used
with great latitude (literal, figurative, intensive, etc.)
- after G2596 (κατά) — (prepositionally) down (in place or time), in
varied relations (according to the case (genitive, dative or
accusative) with which it is joined)
- the similitude G3669 (ὁμοίωσις) — assimilation, i.e. resemblance
- of God G2316 (θεός) — a deity, especially (with ) the supreme
Divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; by Hebraism, very
10 out of the same mouth cometh forth blessing and cursing. My brethren, these things ought not so to be.Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- Out of G1537 (ἐκ) — literal or
figurative; direct or remote)
- the same G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used
(alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the
proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
- mouth G4750 (στόμα) — the mouth (as if a gash in the face); by implication, language (and
its relations); figuratively, an opening (in the earth); specially,
the front or edge (of…
- proceedeth G1831 (ἐξέρχομαι) — to issue (literally or figuratively)
- blessing G2129 (εὐλογία) — fine speaking, i.e. elegance of language;
commendation ("eulogy"), i.e. (reverentially) adoration; religiously,
benediction; by implication, consecration; by…
- and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in
connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
- cursing G2671 (κατάρα) — imprecation, execration
- My G1473 (ἐγώ)
- brethren G80 (ἀδελφός) — a brother
(literally or figuratively) near or remote (much like )
- these things G3778 (οὗτος) — the he (she or it), i.e. this or that
(often with article repeated)
- ought G5534 (χρή) — it needs (must or should) be
- not G3756 (οὐ) — the absolute negative (compare ) adverb; no or
not
- so G3779 (οὕτω) — in this way (referring to what precedes or
follows)
- to be G1096 (γίνομαι) — to cause to be
("gen"-erate), i.e. (reflexively) to become (come into being), used
with great latitude (literal, figurative, intensive, etc.)
11 Doth the fountain send forth from the same opening sweet water and bitter?Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- Doth G3385 (μήτι) — whether at all
- a fountain G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- a fountain G4077 (πηγή) — a fount
(literally or figuratively), i.e. source or supply (of water, blood,
enjoyment) (not necessarily the original spring)
- send forth G1032 (βρύω) — to swell out, i.e. (by implication) to gush
- at G1537 (ἐκ) — literal or
figurative; direct or remote)
- the same G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used
(alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the
proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
- place G3692 (ὀπή) — a hole (as if for light), i.e. cavern; by analogy,
a spring (of water)
- sweet G1099 (γλυκύς) — sweet (i.e. not bitter nor salt)
- and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in
connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
- bitter G4089 (πικρός) — sharp (pungent),
i.e. acrid (literally or figuratively)
12 can a fig tree, my brethren, yield olives, or a vine figs? neither can salt water yield sweet.Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- G3361 (μή) — (adverb) not, (conjunction) lest; also (as an
interrogative implying a negative answer (whereas expects an
affirmative one)) whether
- Can G1410 (δύναμαι) — to be able or possible
- the fig tree G4808 (συκῆ) — a fig-tree
- my G1473 (ἐγώ)
- brethren G80 (ἀδελφός) — a brother
(literally or figuratively) near or remote (much like )
- bear G4160 (ποιέω) — to make or do (in
a very wide application, more or less direct)
- olive berries G1636 (ἐλαία) — an olive
(the tree or the fruit)
- either G2228 (ἤ) — disjunctive, or; comparative, than
- a vine G288 (ἄμπελος) — a vine (as coiling
about a support)
- figs G4810 (σῦκον) — a fig
- so G3779 (οὕτω) — in this way (referring to what precedes or
follows)
- no G3762 (οὐδείς) — not even one (man, woman or thing), i.e. none,
nobody, nothing
- fountain G4077 (πηγή) — a fount
(literally or figuratively), i.e. source or supply (of water, blood,
enjoyment) (not necessarily the original spring)
- both yield G4160 (ποιέω) — to make or do (in
a very wide application, more or less direct)
- salt G252 (ἁλυκός) — briny
- water G5204 (ὕδωρ) — water (as if rainy) literally or
figuratively
- and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in
connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
- fresh G1099 (γλυκύς) — sweet (i.e. not bitter nor salt)
13 Who is wise and understanding among you? let him show by his good life his works in meekness of wisdom.Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- Who G5101 (τίς) — an interrogative pronoun, who, which or
what (in direct or indirect questions)
- a wise man G4680 (σοφός) — wise (in a most general application)
- and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in
connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
- endued with knowledge G1990 (ἐπιστήμων) — intelligent
- among G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
- you G4771 (σύ) — thou
- let him shew G1166 (δεικνύω) — to show
(literally or figuratively)
- out of G1537 (ἐκ) — literal or
figurative; direct or remote)
- a good G2570 (καλός) — properly, beautiful, but chiefly (figuratively)
good (literally or morally), i.e. valuable or virtuous (for appearance
or use, and thus distinguished from , w…
- conversation G391 (ἀναστροφή) — behavior
- his G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used
(alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the
proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
- works G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- works G2041 (ἔργον) — toil (as an effort or
occupation); by implication, an act
- with G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
- meekness G4240 (πραΰτης) — mildness, i.e. (by implication) humility
- of wisdom G4678 (σοφία) — wisdom (higher or lower, worldly or spiritual)
14 But if ye have bitter jealousy and faction in your heart, glory not and lie not against the truth.Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- But G1161 (δέ) — but, and,
etc.
- if G1487 (εἰ) — if, whether, that,
etc.
- ye have G2192 (ἔχω) — to hold (used in very various applications, literally
or figuratively, direct or remote; such as possession; ability,
contiuity, relation, or condition)
- bitter G4089 (πικρός) — sharp (pungent),
i.e. acrid (literally or figuratively)
- envying G2205 (ζῆλος) — properly, heat, i.e. (figuratively) "zeal" (in a favorable
sense, ardor; in an unfavorable one, jealousy, as of a husband
(figuratively, of God), or an enemy,…
- and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in
connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
- strife G2052 (ἐριθεία) — properly, intrigue, i.e. (by implication)
faction
- in G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
- your G4771 (σύ) — thou
- hearts G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- hearts G2588 (καρδία) — the heart, i.e.
(figuratively) the thoughts or feelings (mind); also (by analogy) the
middle
- glory G2620 (κατακαυχάομαι) — to exult against (i.e. over)
- not G3361 (μή) — (adverb) not, (conjunction) lest; also (as an
interrogative implying a negative answer (whereas expects an
affirmative one)) whether
- lie G5574 (ψεύδομαι) — to utter an untruth or
attempt to deceive by falsehood
- not against G2596 (κατά) — (prepositionally) down (in place or time), in
varied relations (according to the case (genitive, dative or
accusative) with which it is joined)
- the truth G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- the truth G225 (ἀλήθεια) — truth
15 This wisdom is not a wisdom that cometh down from above, but is earthly, sensual, devilish.Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- This G3778 (οὗτος) — the he (she or it), i.e. this or that
(often with article repeated)
- wisdom G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- wisdom G4678 (σοφία) — wisdom (higher or lower, worldly or spiritual)
- G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)
- descendeth G2718 (κατέρχομαι) — to come (or go) down
(literally or figuratively)
- not G3756 (οὐ) — the absolute negative (compare ) adverb; no or
not
- from above G509 (ἄνωθεν) — from above; by analogy, from the first; by implication,
anew
- but G235 (ἀλλά) — properly, other things, i.e. (adverbially)
contrariwise (in many relations)
- earthly G1919 (ἐπίγειος) — worldly (physically or morally)
- sensual G5591 (ψυχικός) — sensitive, i.e. animate (in distinction on the one hand
from , which is the higher or renovated nature; and on the other
from , which is the lower or bestial…
- devilish G1141 (δαιμονιώδης) — dæmon-like
16 For where jealousy and faction are, there is confusion and every vile deed.Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- For G1063 (γάρ) — properly, assigning a reason (used in argument,
explanation or intensification; often with other particles)
- where G3699 (ὅπου) — what(-ever) where, i.e. at whichever spot
- envying G2205 (ζῆλος) — properly, heat, i.e. (figuratively) "zeal" (in a favorable
sense, ardor; in an unfavorable one, jealousy, as of a husband
(figuratively, of God), or an enemy,…
- and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in
connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
- strife G2052 (ἐριθεία) — properly, intrigue, i.e. (by implication)
faction
- there G1563 (ἐκεῖ) — there; by extension, thither
- confusion G181 (ἀκαταστασία) — instability, i.e. disorder
- every G3956 (πᾶς) — all,
any, every, the whole
- evil G5337 (φαῦλος) — "foul" or "flawy", i.e. (figuratively)
wicked
- work G4229 (πρᾶγμα) — a deed; by implication, an affair; by extension, an object
(material)
17 But the wisdom that is from above is first pure, then peaceable, gentle, easy to be entreated, full of mercy and good fruits, without variance, without hypocrisy.Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- But G1161 (δέ) — but, and,
etc.
- the wisdom G4678 (σοφία) — wisdom (higher or lower, worldly or spiritual)
- that is G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)
- from above G509 (ἄνωθεν) — from above; by analogy, from the first; by implication,
anew
- is first G4412 (πρῶτον) — firstly (in time,
place, order, or importance)
- G3303 (μέν) — properly, indicative of affirmation or concession
(in fact); usually followed by a contrasted clause with (this
one, the former, etc.)
- pure G53 (ἁγνός) — properly, clean, i.e. (figuratively) innocent,
modest, perfect
- then G1899 (ἔπειτα) — thereafter
- peaceable G1516 (εἰρηνικός) — pacific; by implication, salutary
- gentle G1933 (ἐπιεικής) — appropriate, i.e. (by implication) mild
- easy to be intreated G2138 (εὐπειθής) — good for persuasion, i.e. (intransitively)
complaint
- full G3324 (μεστός) — replete (literally or figuratively)
- of mercy G1656 (ἔλεος) — compassion (human or divine, especially
active)
- and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in
connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
- good G18 (ἀγαθός) — "good" (in any sense, often as noun)
- fruits G2590 (καρπός) — fruit (as plucked), literally or
figuratively
- without partiality G87 (ἀδιάκριτος) — properly,
undistinguished, i.e. (actively) impartial
- without hypocrisy G505 (ἀνυπόκριτος) — undissembled, i.e. sincere
18 And the fruit of righteousness is sown in peace for them that make peace.Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- And G1161 (δέ) — but, and,
etc.
- the fruit G2590 (καρπός) — fruit (as plucked), literally or
figuratively
- of righteousness G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- of righteousness G1343 (δικαιοσύνη) — equity (of character or act); specially (Christian)
justification
- is sown G4687 (σπείρω) — to
scatter, i.e. sow (literally or figuratively)
- in G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
- peace G1515 (εἰρήνη) — peace (literally or
figuratively); by implication, prosperity
- of them G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- that make G4160 (ποιέω) — to make or do (in
a very wide application, more or less direct)