James 3:9
“Therewith bless we God, even the Father; and therewith curse we men, which are made after the similitude of God.”
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Gill's ExpositionBaptist theologian, 1697–1771
Therewith bless we God, even, the Father,.... Of Jesus Christ, and of spirits, and of mercies: this is the instrument…
Barnes' NotesPresbyterian pastor, 1798–1870
Therewith bless we God - We men do this; that is, all this is done by the tongue. The apostle does not mean that the…
Adam ClarkeMethodist theologian, 1762–1832
Therewith bless we God - The tongue is capable of rehearsing the praises, and setting forth the glories, of the eternal…
Matthew HenryNonconformist minister, 1662–1714James 3:1-12
The foregoing chapter shows how unprofitable and dead faith is without works. It is plainly intimated by what this…
Cambridge BibleAcademic commentary, 1882–1921
Therewith bless we God, even the Father … Many of the better MSS. give "the Lord" instead of "God". The fact dwelt on…
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