Verse Comparison: James 1:9
American Standard Version
But let the brother of low degree glory in his high estate:
Amplified® Bible
Let the brother in humble circumstances glory in his elevation [as a Christian, called to the true riches and to be an heir of God],
Contemporary English Version
Any of God's people who are poor should be glad that he thinks so highly of them.
Darby English Version
But let the brother of low degree glory in his elevation,
Good News Bible
Those Christians who are poor must be glad when God lifts them up,
International Standard Version
A brother of low status should boast in his exalted status,
King James Version
Let the brother of low degree rejoice in that he is exalted:
New American Standard Bible
But the brother of humble circumstances is to glory in his high position;
New International Version
The brother in humble circumstances ought to take pride in his high position.
New King James Version
Let the lowly brother glory in his exaltation,
N.A.S.B. in E-Prime
But the brother of humble circumstances should glory in his high position;
Young's Literal Translation
And let the brother who is low rejoice in his exaltation,