The Epistle of James is one of the Epistles of the New Testament. The letter is sent by “James, servant of God and of Jesus Christ, to the twelve tribes of the Dispersion” (Jc 1,1). Tradition has attributed it to James the Minor, who is according to André Paul the “brother of Jesus”, at the head of the Church of Jerusalem.

The Epistle of James emphasizes the practical application of faith in daily life. One of its most pivotal points is the correlation between faith and action. James stresses that genuine faith should naturally produce righteous deeds and actions. He highlights the necessity of demonstrating faith through acts of kindness, compassion, and living in accordance with the teachings of Christ.