Parallel Bible results for "James 3:5"

James 3:5

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5 Even so the tongue is a small part of the body, but it takes credit for great things. How much wood may be lighted by a very little fire!
5 Likewise, the tongue is a small part of the body, but it makes great boasts. Consider what a great forest is set on fire by a small spark.
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