James 3:2

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Translations sourced from the public-domain WEB, KJV, and ASV. See all sources.

“For in many things we all stumble. If anyone doesn’t stumble in word, the same is a perfect man, able to bridle the whole body also.”

— WEB

“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.”

— KJV

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

— ASV

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Commentary

all--The Greek implies "all without exception": even the apostles. offend not--literally "stumbleth not": is void of offence or "slip" in word: in which respect one is especially tried who sets up to be a "teacher."

— Jamieson-Fausset-Brown Commentary (public domain)

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