James 3:4
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King James Version (modern wording)
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, anywhere the governor decides.
James 3:4 (KJV)
American Standard Version
Behold, the ships also, though they are so great and are driven by rough winds, are yet turned about by a very small rudder, whither the impulse of the steersman willeth.
James 3:4 (ASV)
Berean Standard Bible
Consider ships as well. Although they are so large and are driven by strong winds, they are steered by a very small rudder wherever the pilot is inclined.
James 3:4 (BSB)
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What does James 3:4 say?
James 3:4 in modern King James wording reads: "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, anywhere the governor decides."
Where is James 3:4 found in the Bible?
James 3:4 is verse 4 of chapter 3 of the book of James, in the New Testament. James has 5 chapters.
Which translations of James 3:4 can I read here?
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