Cross-references Explore similar Bible verses on Romans 3:13 in English Standard Version "“Their throat is an open grave; they use their tongues to deceive.” “The venom of asps is under their lips.”" Ps 5:9 For there is no truth in their mouth; their inmost self is destruction; their throat is an open grave; they flatter with their tongue. Ps 140:3 They make their tongue sharp as a serpent’s, and under their lips is the venom of asps. Jer 5:16 Their quiver is like an open tomb; they are all mighty warriors.