James 3:5

The Text-Critical English New Testament

In the same way, the tongue is a small member, yet it makes great boasts. Consider how great a forest a little fire kindles.

Cross References

James 3:4

Or take ships for example, though they are so large and driven by fierce winds, they are guided by a very small rudder wherever the inclination of the pilot directs.

2 Peter 2:18

For they speak bombastic words of nonsense, and with sensual desires of the flesh they entice people who have truly escaped from others who live in error.

Jude 1:16

These men are grumblers and complainers, walking according to their own lusts. They speak bombastic words with their mouths, admiring people for their own advantage.