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10 As an example, (A)brothers, of suffering and patience, take (B)the prophets who spoke in the name of the Lord. 11 Behold, we count those (C)blessed who persevere. You have heard of (D)the [a]perseverance of Job and have seen (E)the [b]outcome of the Lord’s dealings, that (F)the Lord is full of compassion and is merciful.

12 But above all, (G)my brothers, (H)do not swear, either by heaven or by earth or with any other oath. But let [c]your yes be yes, and your no, no, so that you may not fall under judgment.

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Footnotes

  1. James 5:11 Or steadfastness
  2. James 5:11 Lit end of the Lord
  3. James 5:12 Lit yours is to be yes, yes, and no, no