## translationWords

* [[en:tw:Lord]]
* [[en:tw:brother]]
* [[en:tw:harvest]]
* [[en:tw:heart]]

## translationNotes

* **Therefore be patient** - "Because of this wait and be calm"
* **until the coming of the Lord** - This phrase refers to the return of Jesus when he sets up his kingdom on the earth and judges all people. This can be translated as "until Christ's return." (See: [[en:ta:vol2:translate:figs_metonymy]])
* **like the farmer** - James compares believers to farmers to emphasize what it means to be patient. (See: [[en:ta:vol1:translate:figs_simile]])
* **fix your hearts** - This is an idiom that can be translated as "stay committed" or "keep your faith strong." (See: [[en:ta:vol1:translate:figs_idiom]])
* **the coming of the Lord is near** - "Christ will return soon"