James 3:13

New American Bible - revised edition

Who among you is wise and understanding? Let him show his works by a good life in the humility that comes from wisdom.

Cross References

Galatians 5:23

gentleness, self-control. Against such there is no law.

James 3:17

But the wisdom from above is first of all pure, then peaceable, gentle, compliant, full of mercy and good fruits, without inconstancy or insincerity.

Matthew 5:5

Blessed are the meek, for they will inherit the land.

Colossians 3:12

Put on then, as God’s chosen ones, holy and beloved, heartfelt compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness, and patience,

1 Peter 2:12

Maintain good conduct among the Gentiles, so that if they speak of you as evildoers, they may observe your good works and glorify God on the day of visitation. Christian Citizens.

Titus 3:2

They are to slander no one, to be peaceable, considerate, exercising all graciousness toward everyone.

2 Timothy 2:25

correcting opponents with kindness. It may be that God will grant them repentance that leads to knowledge of the truth,

Philippians 1:27

Only, conduct yourselves in a way worthy of the gospel of Christ, so that, whether I come and see you or am absent, I may hear news of you, that you are standing firm in one spirit, with one mind struggling together for the faith of the gospel,

1 Timothy 6:11

But you, man of God, avoid all this. Instead, pursue righteousness, devotion, faith, love, patience, and gentleness.

James 2:18

Indeed someone may say, “You have faith and I have works.” Demonstrate your faith to me without works, and I will demonstrate my faith to you from my works.

1 Peter 2:9

But you are “a chosen race, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, a people of his own, so that you may announce the praises” of him who called you out of darkness into his wonderful light.

James 1:21

Therefore, put away all filth and evil excess and humbly welcome the word that has been planted in you and is able to save your souls.

Ecclesiastes 8:1

Who is like the wise person, and who knows the explanation of things? Wisdom illumines the face and transforms a grim countenance.

Psalm 107:43

Whoever is wise will take note of these things, and ponder the merciful deeds of the Lord.

1 Timothy 4:12

Let no one have contempt for your youth, but set an example for those who believe, in speech, conduct, love, faith, and purity.

2 Corinthians 10:1

Now I myself, Paul, urge you through the gentleness and clemency of Christ, I who am humble when face to face with you, but brave toward you when absent,

Matthew 11:29

Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am meek and humble of heart; and you will find rest for yourselves.

James 3:1

Not many of you should become teachers, my brothers, for you realize that we will be judged more strictly,

Ephesians 4:2

with all humility and gentleness, with patience, bearing with one another through love,

Galatians 6:4

Each one must examine his own work, and then he will have reason to boast with regard to himself alone, and not with regard to someone else;

Galatians 6:1

Brothers, even if a person is caught in some transgression, you who are spiritual should correct that one in a gentle spirit, looking to yourself, so that you also may not be tempted.

2 Corinthians 8:24

So give proof before the churches of your love and of our boasting about you to them.

Daniel 2:21

He causes the changes of the times and seasons, establishes kings and deposes them. He gives wisdom to the wise and knowledge to those who understand.

Matthew 21:5

“Say to daughter Zion, ‘Behold, your king comes to you, meek and riding on an ass, and on a colt, the foal of a beast of burden.’”

Zephaniah 2:3

Seek the Lord, all you humble of the land, who have observed his law; Seek justice, seek humility; Perhaps you will be sheltered on the day of the Lord’s anger.

Jeremiah 9:12

The Lord said: Because they have abandoned my law, which I set before them, and did not listen to me or follow it,

Isaiah 61:1

The spirit of the Lord God is upon me, because the Lord has anointed me; He has sent me to bring good news to the afflicted, to bind up the brokenhearted, To proclaim liberty to the captives, release to the prisoners,

Psalm 149:4

For the Lord takes delight in his people, honors the poor with victory.

Job 28:28

And to mortals he said: See: the fear of the Lord is wisdom; and avoiding evil is understanding.

Numbers 12:3

Now the man Moses was very humble, more than anyone else on earth.

1 Peter 3:4

but rather the hidden character of the heart, expressed in the imperishable beauty of a gentle and calm disposition, which is precious in the sight of God.

1 Corinthians 6:5

I say this to shame you. Can it be that there is not one among you wise enough to be able to settle a case between brothers?

Matthew 7:24

“Everyone who listens to these words of mine and acts on them will be like a wise man who built his house on rock.

Jeremiah 9:23

But rather, let those who boast, boast of this, that in their prudence they know me, Know that I, the Lord, act with fidelity, justice, and integrity on earth. How I take delight in these—oracle of the Lord. False Circumcision.

Isaiah 60:6

Caravans of camels shall cover you, dromedaries of Midian and Ephah; All from Sheba shall come bearing gold and frankincense, and heralding the praises of the Lord.

Ecclesiastes 8:5

“Whoever observes a command knows no harm, and the wise heart knows times and judgments.”

Psalm 45:4

Gird your sword upon your hip, mighty warrior! In splendor and majesty ride on triumphant!

Psalm 25:9

He guides the humble in righteousness, and teaches the humble his way.

Hebrews 13:5

Let your life be free from love of money but be content with what you have, for he has said, “I will never forsake you or abandon you.”

Isaiah 29:19

The lowly shall again find joy in the Lord, the poorest rejoice in the Holy One of Israel.

1 Peter 1:15

but, as he who called you is holy, be holy yourselves in every aspect of your conduct,

Psalm 122:8

For the sake of my brothers and friends I say, “Peace be with you.”