James 1:26

If any one be ever so religious, and bridleth not his tongue, but deceiveth his own heart, this man's religion is vain.

James 3:2-13

For in many things we offend all. If any one offend not in word, the same is a perfect man, able also to bridle the whole body.

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Whoso keepeth his mouth and his tongue keepeth his soul from troubles.

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James 1:26
If any one be ever so religious, and bridleth not his tongue, but deceiveth his own heart, this man's religion is vain.
James 3:2
For in many things we offend all. If any one offend not in word, the same is a perfect man, able also to bridle the whole body.