• James 5:15
    The Kingdom Interlinear Translation of the Greek Scriptures

    • 15 καὶ and ἡ the εὐχὴ prayer τῆς of the πίστεως faith σώσει will save τὸν the (one) κάμνοντα, being tired, καὶ and ἐγερεῖ will raise up αὐτὸν him ὁ the κύριος. Lord. κἂν Also if ever ἁμαρτίας sins ᾖ he may be πεποιηκώς, having done, ἀφεθήσεται it will be let go off αὐτῷ. to him.

  • James 5:15
    King James Version

    • 15 And the prayer of faith shall save the sick, and the Lord shall raise him up; and if he have committed sins, they shall be forgiven him.

  • James Study Notes—Chapter 5
    New World Translation of the Holy Scriptures (Study Edition)

    • 5:15

      the prayer of faith: This phrase refers to a sincere, heartfelt prayer offered by congregation elders in behalf of a fellow worshipper who has requested their help. In such a prayer, the elders might ask Jehovah to raise the individual up by granting the emotional and spiritual strength needed to recover from a weakened condition. They pray with full confidence, trusting that Jehovah hears and answers such petitions. (Ps 65:2; Jas 1:5, 6; 1Jo 5:14) According to one reference work, the Greek word translated “prayer,” as used here, conveys the idea of “a fervent wish or strong petition,” much like a heartfelt supplication.

      the sick one: The Greek word used here (kaʹmno, which differs from the word rendered “is . . . sick” in the preceding verse) could also be translated “the tired one.” (Compare Heb 12:3, where a form of the word is rendered “get tired.”) A faithful Christian might become emotionally or spiritually exhausted because of distressing circumstances, oppression, or injustice. (Ec 7:7; Isa 32:2; 2Co 12:7-10) Whether a servant of God is suffering from physical or emotional exhaustion or from spiritual weakness, the prayers of caring elders will make him well, that is, will strengthen him and assist him in his recovery.

      Jehovah will raise him up: Jehovah is eager to offer loving support to a Christian who has become weakened, helping him regain emotional and spiritual strength. (Isa 41:10) God does so by reassuring the tired one of His love and gently helping him overcome discouraging thoughts​—such as the mistaken belief that God has abandoned him. (Heb 13:5) Jehovah promises that even those who feel completely exhausted can find renewed strength and hope by turning to him for help.​—Isa 40:30, 31; Php 4:13; Col 1:11; 1Pe 5:10; for the use of the divine name in this verse, see App. C3 introduction; Jas 5:15.

      Also, if he has committed sins, he will be forgiven: See study note on Jas 5:14.