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- 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"