James (20th Book of the New Testament).
Author.
James (Jesus' half-brother).
Main point.
The church must show its faith and its action, there is no place for hypocrisy in God's kingdom.
Main people.
None are mentioned by name.
Special features.
Is often considered a how-to book on Christian living. Includes a famous passage on faith versus works. Compares the tongue to fire in vivid language. Reveals God's opinions on swearing.
Date.
Probably A.D. 49.
How many chapters?
5 chapters.
How the Book got its name?
The letter is written by James to Jewish Christians specifically and to all Christians generally.
