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James 3:5 Cross-References
Explore 20 cross-references for James 3:5 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting James chapter 3 verse 5 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“Even so the tongue is a little member, and boasteth great things. Behold, how great a matter a little fire kindleth! a matter: or, wood”
James 3:5 (KJV)
Commentary on James 3:5
Even so the tongue is a little member, and boasteth great things. Behold, how great a matter a little fire kindleth! The tongue, though small, boasts great things and can set a forest ablaze. James warns of its destructive potential. Words ignite conflicts, slander, and doctrinal splits.Reformed communities have seen revivals and divisions sparked by tongues. James calls for reverent handling of speech, aware of its explosive power.
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for James 3:5
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“Death and life are in the power of the tongue: and they that love it shall eat the fruit thereof.”
“[as it were] their bow”
“but the tongue of the wise heals.”
“but the mouth of fools gush out folly.”
“They are inclosed in their own fat: with their mouth they speak proudly.”
“they threaten oppression.”
“when Doeg the Edomite came and told Saul”
“and with a double heart.”
“Come”
“walking after their lusts (and their mouth speaks proud things)”