Whedon's Commentary on the Bible - James 1:19-21
II. WITHIN THE CHRISTIAN SYNAGOGUE: THE PROPER TEMPER, BEHAVIOUR, AND FAITH THERE, James 1:19 to James 3:18. 1. No loquacity nor irritation, but candid hearing, James 1:19-21. To understand the emphasis laid by St. James in the rest of this chapter on moderation of language and candid listening, we must conceive something of a picture of discussions in the Synagogues, (see note on James 2:2,) in which replies of cavillers could interrupt the Christian preacher, 1 Corinthians 14:27-33. The... read more
Whedon's Commentary on the Bible - James 1:19
19. Wherefore The true reading seems to be, Ye know; that is, of all this you are aware; but (Greek, δε ) let every man, etc. Same ye know in Ephesians 5:5, and Hebrews 12:17. In view of the fact that it is by the word of truth that we are regenerated into firstfruits, let us give careful heed to that word. And so our attention to that word with candour, (James 1:14-21,) practical obedience, (22-25,) and self-control, (26,) is discussed until we arrive at pure religion, James... read more