Matthew Poole and continuators on James 2:3

3 And ye have respect to him that weareth the gay clothing, and say to him, Sit thou here in a good place , and say to the poor, Stand thou there, or sit here under my footstool .

Gr. look upon, viz. with respect and veneration, or a care and concern to please him.

An honourable place, either contrary to the usual Orders of the Churches, according to which (as some say) the Elders sat in Chairs, the next to them on Benches; and the Novices on the Pavement at their Feet; the Apostle taxing their carnal partiality in disposing these places to the People as Rich, not as Christians; or, it may note their disposing Church-Offices to them that were rich, or favouring them in their Causes rather than the Poor.

The meanest places, and belonging to the youngest Disciples; both are expressions of contempt.

Marginal references: Or, well or seemly.