James 2:13 meaning and explanation

For judgment without mercy will be shown to anyone who has not been merciful. Mercy triumphs over judgment.

James 2:13, Berean Standard Bible

Explanation preview

James is writing to scattered believers, urging them to stop favoring the rich and to keep the "royal law" of loving their neighbor. Verse 13 concludes that thought: those who show no mercy to the poor will face judgment without mercy, while mercy itself triumphs over judgment.

Read and study this verse. Three complete study layers are included with Premium.

Read this verse in the app