James 3:9
Therewith bless we the Lord and Father, and therewith curse we men, who have been made after the likeness of God;
Noyes Bible
In The King James Version
In Context
8but the tongue can no man tame; it is a restless evil, full of deadly poison.
10out of the same mouth proceedeth blessing and cursing. My brethren, these things ought not so to be.
Cross References
Psalms 10:7His mouth is full of perjury, deceit, and oppression; Mischief and injustice are upon his tongue.
Psalms 30:12Therefore I will sing praise to thee, and not be silent. O Jehovah, my God! I will give thanks to thee for ever!
Matthew Henry on James 3:2-13
Government of the Tongue. ( a. d. 61.) 1 My brethren, be not many masters, knowing that we shall receive the greater condemnation. 2 For in many things we offend all. If any man offend not in word, the same is a perfect man, and able also to bridle the whole body. 3 Behold, we put bits in the horses' mouths, that they may obey us; and we turn about their whole body. 4 Behold also the ships, which though they be so great, and are driven of fierce winds, yet are they turned about with a very small helm,… Read the whole commentary →