en_tn/jas/05/07.md

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: rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metonymy)

like the farmer

James compares believers to farmers to emphasize what it means to be patient. (See: rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-simile)

fix your hearts

This is an idiom that can be translated as "stay committed" or "keep your faith strong." (See: rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-idiom)

the coming of the Lord is near

"Christ will return soon"