Cross-referencesExplore similar Bible verses on James 3:8 in English Standard Version "but no human being can tame the tongue. It is a restless evil, full of deadly poison." Ps 140:3 They make their tongue sharp as a serpent’s, and under their lips is the venom of asps. SelahEc 10:11 If the serpent bites before it is charmed, there is no advantage to the charmer.Ro 3:13 “Their throat is an open grave; they use their tongues to deceive.” “The venom of asps is under their lips.”