James 1:26
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King James Version (modern wording)
If any man among you seem to be religious, and bridles not his tongue, but deceives his own heart, this man's religion is vain.
James 1:26 (KJV)
American Standard Version
If any man thinketh himself to be religious, while he bridleth not his tongue but deceiveth his heart, this man’s religion is vain.
James 1:26 (ASV)
Berean Standard Bible
If anyone considers himself religious and yet does not bridle his tongue, he deceives his heart and his religion is worthless.
James 1:26 (BSB)
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What does James 1:26 say?
James 1:26 in modern King James wording reads: "If any man among you seem to be religious, and bridles not his tongue, but deceives his own heart, this man's religion is vain."
Where is James 1:26 found in the Bible?
James 1:26 is verse 26 of chapter 1 of the book of James, in the New Testament. James has 5 chapters.
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