James 3:5
Even so the tongue is a little member, and boasteth great things. Behold, how great a matter a little fire kindleth!
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English Standard Version
So also the tongue is a small member, yet it boasts of great things.How great a forest is set ablaze by such a small fire!
New International Version
Likewise the tongue is a small part of the body, but it makes great boasts. Consider what a great forest is set on fire by a small spark.
Catholic Public Domain Version
So also the tongue certainly is a small part, but it moves great things. Consider that a small fire can set ablaze a great forest