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class="clickchap" style="color:#001320" title="Click any translation name for full chapter">  (Click for Chapter)</a></div><div id="par"><a href="/niv/james/3.htm">New International Version</a> For where you have envy and selfish ambition, there you find disorder and every evil practice. <a href="/nlt/james/3.htm">New Living Translation</a> For wherever there is jealousy and selfish ambition, there you will find disorder and evil of every kind. <a href="/esv/james/3.htm">English Standard Version</a> For where jealousy and selfish ambition exist, there will be disorder and every vile practice. <a href="/bsb/james/3.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a> For where jealousy and selfish ambition exist, there will be disorder and every evil practice. <a href="/blb/james/3.htm">Berean Literal Bible</a> For where jealousy and self-interest exist, there will be disorder and every evil thing. <a href="/kjv/james/3.htm">King James Bible</a> For where envying and strife is, there is confusion and every evil work. <a href="/nkjv/james/3.htm">New King James Version</a> For where envy and self-seeking exist, confusion and every evil thing are there. <a href="/nasb_/james/3.htm">New American Standard Bible</a> For where jealousy and selfish ambition exist, there is disorder and every evil thing. <a href="/nasb/james/3.htm">NASB 1995</a> For where jealousy and selfish ambition exist, there is disorder and every evil thing. <a href="/nasb77/james/3.htm">NASB 1977 </a> For where jealousy and selfish ambition exist, there is disorder and every evil thing. <a href="/lsb/james/3.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a> For where jealousy and selfish ambition exist, there is disorder and every evil practice. <a href="/amp/james/3.htm">Amplified Bible</a> For where jealousy and selfish ambition exist, there is disorder [unrest, rebellion] and every evil thing and morally degrading practice. <a href="/csb/james/3.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a> For where there is envy and selfish ambition, there is disorder and every evil practice. <a href="/hcsb/james/3.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a> For where envy and selfish ambition exist, there is disorder and every kind of evil. <a href="/asv/james/3.htm">American Standard Version</a> For where jealousy and faction are, there is confusion and every vile deed. <a href="/cev/james/3.htm">Contemporary English Version</a> Whenever people are jealous or selfish, they cause trouble and do all sorts of cruel things. <a href="/erv/james/3.htm">English Revised Version</a> For where jealousy and faction are, there is confusion and every vile deed. <a href="/gwt/james/3.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a> Wherever there is jealousy and rivalry, there is disorder and every kind of evil. <a href="/gnt/james/3.htm">Good News Translation</a> Where there is jealousy and selfishness, there is also disorder and every kind of evil. <a href="/isv/james/3.htm">International Standard Version</a> For wherever jealousy and rivalry exist, there is disorder and every kind of evil. <a href="/msb/james/3.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a> For where jealousy and selfish ambition exist, there will be disorder and every evil practice. <a href="/net/james/3.htm">NET Bible</a> For where there is jealousy and selfishness, there is disorder and every evil practice. <a href="/nheb/james/3.htm">New Heart English Bible</a> For where jealousy and selfish ambition are, there is confusion and every evil deed. <a href="/wbt/james/3.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a> For where envying and strife is, there is confusion and every evil work. <a href="/wey/james/3.htm">Weymouth New Testament</a> For where envy and rivalry are, there also are unrest and every vile deed. <a href="/web/james/3.htm">World English Bible</a> For where jealousy and selfish ambition are, there is confusion and every evil deed. <div class="vheading2">Literal Translations</div><a href="/lsv/james/3.htm">Literal Standard Version</a> for where zeal and rivalry [are], there is insurrection and every evil matter; <a href="/blb/james/3.htm">Berean Literal Bible</a> For where jealousy and self-interest exist, there will be disorder and every evil thing. <a href="/ylt/james/3.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a> for where zeal and rivalry are, there is insurrection and every evil matter; <a href="/slt/james/3.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a> For where envy and intrigue, there confusion and every bad deed.<div class="vheading2">Catholic Translations</div><a href="/drb/james/3.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a> For where envying and contention is, there is inconstancy, and every evil work. <a href="/cpdv/james/3.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a> For wherever envy and contention is, there too is inconstancy and every depraved work. <a href="/nabre/james/3.htm">New American Bible</a> For where jealousy and selfish ambition exist, there is disorder and every foul practice. <a href="/nrsvce/james/3.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a> For where there is envy and selfish ambition, there will also be disorder and wickedness of every kind.<div class="vheading2">Translations from Aramaic</div><a href="/lamsa/james/3.htm">Lamsa Bible</a> For wherever envy and strife are, there is confusion and every sort of evil. <a href="/aramaic-plain-english/james/3.htm">Aramaic Bible in Plain English</a> For where there is envy and contention there is also chaos and every evil thing.<div class="vheading2">NT Translations</div><a href="/anderson/james/3.htm">Anderson New Testament</a> For where envy and strife are, there is commotion, and every evil work. <a href="/godbey/james/3.htm">Godbey New Testament</a> For where there are envy and strife, there are contention and every evil work. <a href="/haweis/james/3.htm">Haweis New Testament</a> For where envy and contention dwell, there is tumult and every vile deed. <a href="/mace/james/3.htm">Mace New Testament</a> where false zeal, and a spirit of contention reign, there confusion and every vice prevail. <a href="/wey/james/3.htm">Weymouth New Testament</a> For where envy and rivalry are, there also are unrest and every vile deed. <a href="/worrell/james/3.htm">Worrell New Testament</a> For where there are jealousy and contention, there is confusion and every vile deed. <a href="/worsley/james/3.htm">Worsley New Testament</a> for where envying and strife is, there is confusion and every evil work. <a href="/parallel/james/3-16.htm">Additional Translations ...</a></div></div></div><div id="centbox"><div class="padcent"><a name="audio" id="audio"></a><div class="vheadingv">Audio Bible</div><iframe width="100%" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/0xUBCzqsAGw?start=612" title="YouTube video player" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen></iframe> <div class="vheadingv">Context</div><a href="/bsb/james/3.htm">The Wisdom from Above</a> …15Such wisdom does not come from above, but is earthly, unspiritual, demonic. 16<a href="/greek/1063.htm" title="1063: gar (Conj) -- For. A primary particle; properly, assigning a reason.">For</a> <a href="/greek/3699.htm" title="3699: hopou (Adv) -- Where, whither, in what place. From hos and pou; what(-ever) where, i.e. At whichever spot.">where</a> <a href="/greek/2205.htm" title="2205: zēlos (N-NMS) -- From zeo; properly, heat, i.e. zeal (figuratively, of God), or an enemy, malice).">jealousy</a> <a href="/greek/2532.htm" title="2532: kai (Conj) -- And, even, also, namely. ">and</a> <a href="/greek/2052.htm" title="2052: eritheia (N-NFS) -- Perhaps as the same as erethizo; properly, intrigue, i.e. faction.">selfish ambition exist,</a> <a href="/greek/1563.htm" title="1563: ekei (Adv) -- (a) there, yonder, in that place, (b) thither, there. Of uncertain affinity; there; by extension, thither.">there will be</a> <a href="/greek/181.htm" title="181: akatastasia (N-NFS) -- From akatastatos; instability, i.e. Disorder.">disorder</a> <a href="/greek/2532.htm" title="2532: kai (Conj) -- And, even, also, namely. ">and</a> <a href="/greek/3956.htm" title="3956: pan (Adj-NNS) -- All, the whole, every kind of. Including all the forms of declension; apparently a primary word; all, any, every, the whole.">every</a> <a href="/greek/5337.htm" title="5337: phaulon (Adj-NNS) -- Worthless, wicked, base. Apparently a primary word; foul or flawy, i.e. wicked.">evil</a> <a href="/greek/4229.htm" title="4229: pragma (N-NNS) -- A thing done, a deed, action; a matter, an affair. From prasso; a deed; by implication, an affair; by extension, an object.">practice.</a> 17But the wisdom from above is first of all pure, then peace-loving, gentle, accommodating, full of mercy and good fruit, impartial, and sincere.…<div class="cred"><a href="//berean.bible">Berean Standard Bible</a> · <a href="//berean.bible/downloads.htm">Download</a></div> <a name="crossref" id="crossref"></a><div class="vheading">Cross References</div><div id="crf"><a href="/galatians/5-19.htm">Galatians 5:19-21</a> The acts of the flesh are obvious: sexual immorality, impurity, and debauchery; / idolatry and sorcery; hatred, discord, jealousy, and rage; rivalries, divisions, factions, / and envy; drunkenness, orgies, and the like. I warn you, as I did before, that those who practice such things will not inherit the kingdom of God. <a href="/1_corinthians/3-3.htm">1 Corinthians 3:3</a> for you are still worldly. For since there is jealousy and dissension among you, are you not worldly? Are you not walking in the way of man? <a href="/philippians/2-3.htm">Philippians 2:3</a> Do nothing out of selfish ambition or empty pride, but in humility consider others more important than yourselves. <a href="/romans/13-13.htm">Romans 13:13</a> Let us behave decently, as in the daytime, not in carousing and drunkenness, not in sexual immorality and debauchery, not in dissension and jealousy. <a href="/2_corinthians/12-20.htm">2 Corinthians 12:20</a> For I am afraid that when I come, I may not find you as I wish, and you may not find me as you wish. I fear that there may be quarreling, jealousy, rage, rivalry, slander, gossip, arrogance, and disorder. <a href="/proverbs/14-30.htm">Proverbs 14:30</a> A tranquil heart is life to the body, but envy rots the bones. <a href="/proverbs/6-16.htm">Proverbs 6:16-19</a> There are six things that the LORD hates, seven that are detestable to Him: / haughty eyes, a lying tongue, hands that shed innocent blood, / a heart that devises wicked schemes, feet that run swiftly to evil, ... <a href="/1_peter/2-1.htm">1 Peter 2:1</a> Rid yourselves, therefore, of all malice, deceit, hypocrisy, envy, and slander. <a href="/1_john/2-16.htm">1 John 2:16</a> For all that is in the world—the desires of the flesh, the desires of the eyes, and the pride of life—is not from the Father but from the world. <a href="/matthew/15-19.htm">Matthew 15:19</a> For out of the heart come evil thoughts, murder, adultery, sexual immorality, theft, false testimony, and slander. <a href="/mark/7-21.htm">Mark 7:21-22</a> For from within the hearts of men come evil thoughts, sexual immorality, theft, murder, adultery, / greed, wickedness, deceit, debauchery, envy, slander, arrogance, and foolishness. <a href="/genesis/4-5.htm">Genesis 4:5-8</a> but He had no regard for Cain and his offering. So Cain became very angry, and his countenance fell. / “Why are you angry,” said the LORD to Cain, “and why has your countenance fallen? / If you do what is right, will you not be accepted? But if you refuse to do what is right, sin is crouching at your door; it desires you, but you must master it.” ... <a href="/proverbs/27-4.htm">Proverbs 27:4</a> Wrath is cruel and anger is like a flood, but who can withstand jealousy? <a href="/ecclesiastes/4-4.htm">Ecclesiastes 4:4</a> I saw that all labor and success spring from a man’s envy of his neighbor. This too is futile and a pursuit of the wind. <a href="/isaiah/59-4.htm">Isaiah 59:4</a> No one calls for justice; no one pleads his case honestly. They rely on empty pleas; they tell lies; they conceive mischief and give birth to iniquity.</div> <a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div>For where envying and strife is, there is confusion and every evil work.where.<a href="/james/3-14.htm">James 3:14</a> But if ye have bitter envying and strife in your hearts, glory not, and lie not against the truth.<a href="/1_corinthians/3-3.htm">1 Corinthians 3:3</a> For ye are yet carnal: for whereas there is among you envying, and strife, and divisions, are ye not carnal, and walk as men?<a href="/galatians/5-20.htm">Galatians 5:20</a> Idolatry, witchcraft, hatred, variance, emulations, wrath, strife, seditions, heresies,there.<a href="/genesis/11-9.htm">Genesis 11:9</a> Therefore is the name of it called Babel; because the LORD did there confound the language of all the earth: and from thence did the LORD scatter them abroad upon the face of all the earth.<a href="/acts/19-29.htm">Acts 19:29</a> And the whole city was filled with confusion: and having caught Gaius and Aristarchus, men of Macedonia, Paul's companions in travel, they rushed with one accord into the theatre.<a href="/1_corinthians/14-33.htm">1 Corinthians 14:33</a> For God is not the author of confusion, but of peace, as in all churches of the saints.confusion.<a href="/1_john/3-12.htm">1 John 3:12</a> Not as Cain, who was of that wicked one, and slew his brother. And wherefore slew he him? Because his own works were evil, and his brother's righteous.<div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/james/3-14.htm">Ambition</a> <a href="/james/3-14.htm">Better</a> <a href="/galatians/5-12.htm">Confusion</a> <a href="/james/1-25.htm">Deed</a> <a href="/james/3-14.htm">Desire</a> <a href="/2_thessalonians/3-7.htm">Disorder</a> <a href="/james/3-14.htm">Envy</a> <a href="/james/3-14.htm">Envying</a> <a href="/james/3-15.htm">Evil</a> <a href="/hebrews/8-12.htm">Evil-Doing</a> <a href="/hebrews/11-3.htm">Exist</a> <a href="/philippians/1-17.htm">Faction</a> <a href="/james/1-2.htm">Find</a> <a href="/acts/19-40.htm">Insurrection</a> <a href="/james/3-14.htm">Jealousy</a> <a href="/james/3-5.htm">Matter</a> <a href="/hebrews/13-19.htm">Order</a> <a href="/james/3-14.htm">Others</a> <a href="/hebrews/5-14.htm">Practice</a> <a href="/james/3-14.htm">Rivalry</a> <a href="/james/3-14.htm">Selfish</a> <a href="/james/3-7.htm">Sort</a> <a href="/james/3-14.htm">Strife</a> <a href="/2_corinthians/12-20.htm">Unrest</a> <a href="/james/2-2.htm">Vile</a> <a href="/james/2-9.htm">Work</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/romans/15-20.htm">Ambition</a> <a href="/1_peter/3-17.htm">Better</a> <a href="/exodus/14-3.htm">Confusion</a> <a href="/1_john/2-5.htm">Deed</a> <a href="/james/4-2.htm">Desire</a> <a href="/job/10-22.htm">Disorder</a> <a href="/james/4-2.htm">Envy</a> <a href="/james/4-5.htm">Envying</a> <a href="/james/4-7.htm">Evil</a> <a href="/1_peter/3-17.htm">Evil-Doing</a> <a href="/2_peter/1-8.htm">Exist</a> <a href="/philippians/1-17.htm">Faction</a> <a href="/1_peter/1-11.htm">Find</a> <a href="/ezra/4-19.htm">Insurrection</a> <a href="/numbers/5-14.htm">Jealousy</a> <a href="/1_peter/4-16.htm">Matter</a> <a href="/1_peter/1-7.htm">Order</a> <a href="/1_peter/3-9.htm">Others</a> <a href="/1_peter/4-9.htm">Practice</a> <a href="/ecclesiastes/4-4.htm">Rivalry</a> <a href="/psalms/119-36.htm">Selfish</a> <a href="/1_peter/1-11.htm">Sort</a> <a href="/genesis/13-7.htm">Strife</a> <a href="/jeremiah/50-34.htm">Unrest</a> <a href="/revelation/21-8.htm">Vile</a> <a href="/1_peter/1-2.htm">Work</a><div class="vheading2">James 3</div>1. <a href="/james/3-1.htm">We are not rashly or arrogantly to reprove others;</a> 5. <a href="/james/3-5.htm">but rather to bridle the tongue, a little member, </a> 9. <a href="/james/3-9.htm">but a powerful instrument of much good, and great harm.</a> 13. <a href="/james/3-13.htm">The truly wise are mild and peaceable, without envy and strife.</a> </div></div><div id="mdd"><div align="center"><div class="bot2"><table align="center" width="100%"><tr><td><div align="center"> <script id="3d27ed63fc4348d5b062c4527ae09445"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=51ce25d5-1a8c-424a-8695-4bd48c750f35&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; </script> <script id="b817b7107f1d4a7997da1b3c33457e03"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=cb0edd8b-b416-47eb-8c6d-3cc96561f7e8&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; </script>  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-2'> </div>  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-0' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div>  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-3'> </div>  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-1' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div>  <div align="center" id='div-gpt-ad-1531425649696-0'> </div> <ins class="adsbygoogle" style="display:inline-block;width:200px;height:200px" data-ad-client="ca-pub-3753401421161123" data-ad-slot="3592799687"></ins> <script> (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); </script> </div> </td></tr></table></div></div></div><div id="combox"><div class="padcom"><a name="study" id="study"></a><div class="vheading"><table width="100%"><tr><td width="99%" valign="top"><a href="/study/james/3.htm">Study Bible</a></td><td width="1%" valign="top"><a href="/study/james/" title="Book Summary and Study">Book ◦</a> <a href="/study/chapters/james/3.htm" title="Chapter summary and Study">Chapter </a></tr></table></div>For where jealousy and selfish ambition exist Jealousy and selfish ambition are often linked in Scripture to the sinful nature of humanity. In the biblical context, jealousy is seen as a destructive force that can lead to division and strife, as seen in the story of Cain and Abel (<a href="/genesis/4-3.htm">Genesis 4:3-8</a>). Selfish ambition, similarly, is condemned as it prioritizes personal gain over communal well-being, contrary to the teachings of Christ who emphasized servanthood (<a href="/mark/10-43.htm">Mark 10:43-45</a>). Historically, these traits were prevalent in the Greco-Roman world, where social status and personal advancement were highly valued. The early church, as depicted in the New Testament, often struggled with these issues, as seen in the disputes among the disciples (<a href="/luke/22-24.htm">Luke 22:24</a>) and the divisions in the Corinthian church (<a href="/1_corinthians/1-10.htm">1 Corinthians 1:10-12</a>).there will be disorder Disorder is a state of chaos and confusion, which is contrary to the order and peace that God desires for His creation. In the biblical narrative, God is portrayed as a God of order, as seen in the creation account (Genesis 1). The presence of disorder is often a sign of rebellion against God's will, as seen in the Tower of Babel (<a href="/genesis/11.htm">Genesis 11:1-9</a>). In the New Testament, Paul emphasizes that God is not a God of disorder but of peace (<a href="/1_corinthians/14-33.htm">1 Corinthians 14:33</a>). The early church was encouraged to maintain order and unity, reflecting the harmonious nature of the body of Christ (<a href="/ephesians/4-3.htm">Ephesians 4:3-6</a>).and every evil practice The phrase "every evil practice" encompasses a wide range of sinful behaviors that stem from jealousy and selfish ambition. In biblical terms, evil practices are those actions that go against God's commandments and the teachings of Jesus. The Old Testament prophets frequently condemned the evil practices of Israel, calling them to repentance (<a href="/isaiah/1-16.htm">Isaiah 1:16-17</a>). In the New Testament, Paul lists the works of the flesh, which include enmity, strife, jealousy, and fits of anger (<a href="/galatians/5-19.htm">Galatians 5:19-21</a>). These practices are seen as contrary to the fruit of the Spirit and the life of holiness that believers are called to pursue. The presence of such practices indicates a departure from the path of righteousness and a need for repentance and transformation through Christ.<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <a href="/topical/j/james.htm">James</a> The author of the epistle, traditionally identified as James, the brother of Jesus and a leader in the early Jerusalem church. He writes with authority and pastoral concern for the moral and spiritual conduct of believers. 2. <a href="/topical/e/early_christian_communities.htm">Early Christian Communities</a> The recipients of the letter, likely Jewish Christians scattered outside of Palestine, facing trials and temptations that challenge their faith and unity. 3. <a href="/topical/t/the_church.htm">The Church</a> The broader context of the letter addresses the behavior and attitudes within the Christian community, emphasizing the importance of wisdom and righteous living.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><a href="/topical/t/the_root_of_disorder.htm">The Root of Disorder</a> Jealousy and selfish ambition are not just personal issues but community disruptors. They lead to disorder and open the door to various evil practices. <a href="/topical/t/the_call_to_humility.htm">The Call to Humility</a> Believers are called to reject selfish ambition and embrace humility, fostering peace and unity within the church. <a href="/topical/g/guarding_the_heart.htm">Guarding the Heart</a> Vigilance is necessary to guard against jealousy and ambition, which can subtly infiltrate our hearts and minds, leading us away from God's wisdom. <a href="/topical/p/pursuing_godly_wisdom.htm">Pursuing Godly Wisdom</a> True wisdom from above is pure, peace-loving, considerate, and full of mercy. This contrasts sharply with the earthly wisdom characterized by envy and selfishness. <a href="/topical/c/community_impact.htm">Community Impact</a> Our attitudes and actions have a profound impact on the church community. Striving for personal gain at the expense of others leads to division, while selflessness builds up the body of Christ.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_james_3.htm">Top 10 Lessons from James 3</a> <a href="/q/bible's_view_on_division,_unity.htm">What does the Bible say about division and unity?</a> <a href="/q/how_does_envy_impact_peace_and_ties.htm">How does envy affect your peace and relationships?</a> <a href="/q/what_distinguishes_envy_from_jealousy.htm">What distinguishes envy from jealousy?</a> <a href="/q/what_is_the_chabad-lubavitch_movement.htm">What distinguishes envy from jealousy?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/ellicott/james/3.htm">Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers</a></div>(16) For where envying and strife is, there is confusion.--Where emulation, zeal, and rivalry exist, there also are sedition, anarchy, restless disturbance, and every villainous act. The whole state is evil, and utterly contrary to the rule of the Gospel--"For words and names let angry zealots fight:Whose life is in the wrong can ne'er be right."<div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/james/3.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div>Verse 16 substantiates the assertion just made in ver. 15. Render, as in ver. 14, jealousy and faction. Ἀκαταστασία: confusion, of which God is not the author (<a href="/1_corinthians/14-33.htm">1 Corinthians 14:33</a>). <a href="/commentaries/james/3-16.htm">Parallel Commentaries ...</a> <a name="lexicon" id="lexicon"></a><div class="vheading">Greek</div>For γὰρ (gar) Conjunction <a href="/greek/strongs_1063.htm">Strong's 1063: </a> For. A primary particle; properly, assigning a reason. where ὅπου (hopou) Adverb <a href="/greek/strongs_3699.htm">Strong's 3699: </a> Where, whither, in what place. From hos and pou; what(-ever) where, i.e. At whichever spot. jealousy ζῆλος (zēlos) Noun - Nominative Masculine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_2205.htm">Strong's 2205: </a> From zeo; properly, heat, i.e. 'zeal' (figuratively, of God), or an enemy, malice). and καὶ (kai) Conjunction <a href="/greek/strongs_2532.htm">Strong's 2532: </a> And, even, also, namely. selfish ambition [exist], ἐριθεία (eritheia) Noun - Nominative Feminine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_2052.htm">Strong's 2052: </a> Perhaps as the same as erethizo; properly, intrigue, i.e. faction. there [ will be ] ἐκεῖ (ekei) Adverb <a href="/greek/strongs_1563.htm">Strong's 1563: </a> (a) there, yonder, in that place, (b) thither, there. Of uncertain affinity; there; by extension, thither. disorder ἀκαταστασία (akatastasia) Noun - Nominative Feminine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_181.htm">Strong's 181: </a> From akatastatos; instability, i.e. Disorder. and καὶ (kai) Conjunction <a href="/greek/strongs_2532.htm">Strong's 2532: </a> And, even, also, namely. every πᾶν (pan) Adjective - Nominative Neuter Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_3956.htm">Strong's 3956: </a> All, the whole, every kind of. Including all the forms of declension; apparently a primary word; all, any, every, the whole. evil φαῦλον (phaulon) Adjective - Nominative Neuter Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_5337.htm">Strong's 5337: </a> Worthless, wicked, base. Apparently a primary word; 'foul' or 'flawy', i.e. wicked. practice. πρᾶγμα (pragma) Noun - Nominative Neuter Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_4229.htm">Strong's 4229: </a> A thing done, a deed, action; a matter, an affair. From prasso; a deed; by implication, an affair; by extension, an object. <div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/james/3-16.htm">James 3:16 NIV</a> <a href="/nlt/james/3-16.htm">James 3:16 NLT</a> <a href="/esv/james/3-16.htm">James 3:16 ESV</a> <a href="/nasb/james/3-16.htm">James 3:16 NASB</a> <a href="/kjv/james/3-16.htm">James 3:16 KJV</a> <a href="//bibleapps.com/james/3-16.htm">James 3:16 BibleApps.com</a> <a href="//bibliaparalela.com/james/3-16.htm">James 3:16 Biblia Paralela</a> <a href="//holybible.com.cn/james/3-16.htm">James 3:16 Chinese Bible</a> <a href="//saintebible.com/james/3-16.htm">James 3:16 French Bible</a> <a href="/catholic/james/3-16.htm">James 3:16 Catholic Bible</a> <a href="/james/3-16.htm">NT Letters: James 3:16 For where jealousy and selfish ambition (Ja Jas. 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