James 3:15

15 Such “wisdom” does not come down from heaven but is earthly, unspiritual, demonic.

James 3:15 in Other Translations

KJV
15 This wisdom descendeth not from above, but is earthly, sensual, devilish.
ESV
15 This is not the wisdom that comes down from above, but is earthly, unspiritual, demonic.
NLT
15 For jealousy and selfishness are not God’s kind of wisdom. Such things are earthly, unspiritual, and demonic.
MSG
15 It's the furthest thing from wisdom - it's animal cunning, devilish conniving.
CSB
15 Such wisdom does not come down from above, but is earthly, sensual, demonic.

James 3:15 In-Context

13 Who is wise and understanding among you? Let them show it by their good life, by deeds done in the humility that comes from wisdom.
14 But if you harbor bitter envy and selfish ambition in your hearts, do not boast about it or deny the truth.
15 Such “wisdom” does not come down from heaven but is earthly, unspiritual, demonic.
16 For where you have envy and selfish ambition, there you find disorder and every evil practice.
17 But the wisdom that comes from heaven is first of all pure; then peace-loving, considerate, submissive, full of mercy and good fruit, impartial and sincere.

Cross References 2

  • 1. ver 17; James 1:17
  • 2. 1 Timothy 4:1
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