> James 3:1. All of us. The very human weakness of Peter, and Paul, and James, endears them to us; for so we know assuredly that they were “men of like passions” with ourselves (Acts 14:15), and, where they succeeded, we, by the like grace of God, may also win the crown. The tongue is placed among our members as a world of iniquity; it stains the whole body, sets on fire the cycle of nature, and is itself set on fire by hell. 27; ἄνθρωπος οὐκ ἔστι δίκαιος ἐν τῇ γῇ ὄς ποιήσει ἀγαθὸν καὶ οὐχ ἁμαρτήσεται, Ecclesiastes 7:20. https:https://www.studylight.org/commentaries/cgt/james-3.html. Go to. No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system or transmitted in any form by any means, electronic, mechanical, photocopy, recording or otherwise without the prior permission of the author, except as provided by U.S.A. copyright laws. And the tongue is a fire, a world of iniquity. "Thus the person who knows how to keep his speech under control reveals that he has sufficient maturity to control his other activities also" (Kent p. 116). 1. James follows up his practical guidance about listening (see James 1:19–21) with similar advice about speaking. James 3:11, ESV: "Does a spring pour forth from the same opening both fresh and salt water?" BibliographyDunagan, Mark. Indeed, we put bits in horses’ mouths that they may obey us, and we turn their whole body. DRB: For in many things we all offend. See James 2:10. Chapter 1. ἄνδρα δʼ οὐδένʼ οἶδʼ ἐγὼ | δίκαιον ὅστις ἐξ ἃπαντος εὖ λέγει. Digging Deeper James 3:2-5 with commentary The tongue. Before we move on, let"s remember the advantages of being a teacher: Great personal growth, the teacher always learns more than the student. If anyone does not stumble in word, he is a perfect man, able also to bridle the whole body. 4). "Commentary on James 3:2". BibliographyConstable, Thomas. 1 a James, a servant 1 of God and b of the Lord Jesus Christ,. We can also apply this to everyday life, since the tongue demonstrates the inner man. Bibliography"Commentary on James 3:2". He is a kind of paragon. The Epistle Of James Introduction To The Epistle INTRODUCTION 1. And, therefore, our apostle cautions us to avoid setting up for too much. 2. The affairs of mankind are thrown into confusion by the tongues of men. This Sunday’s passage involves one of the more peculiar passages in the New Testament. If any man offend not in word, the same is a perfect man, and able also to bridle the whole body. And non-inspired teachers are clearly not infallible. 1905. Yet spiritual maturity requires a tamed tongue (cf. That is why the Bereans were commended for their searching of the Word daily to check up on the preaching they were getting. For we all stumble in many things. … "Commentary on James 3:2". E.M. Zerr's Commentary on Selected Books of the New Testament. Even inspired teachers could set the wrong example or fail to live up to what they were teaching (Galatians 2:11-13). If any man offend not in word, the same is a perfect man, and able also to bridle the whole body. James is thinking of the ranting and raving which certain Jews did in arguing matters of religion, as well as teaching false things. James Audio Bible With Music And Commentary. 5. James uses two analogies here to make the point that the tongue is small, but mighty: the bit and the rudder. James; Principle #8; James 3:1-12; Sinful Anger: To keep our words from becoming destructive, we must be able to control what we say. James 3:2. Commentary on First John. Confront them privately? If anyone does not stumble in word, he is a perfect man, able also to bridle the whole body. "Mark Dunagan Commentaries on the Bible". "Commentary on James 3:2". For the use of οὐ after εἰ, see note James 2:11. τέλειος, see note James 1:4. For. Draper notes, "If we err once a day, that amounts to 20,000 times in fifty years" (p. 97). in many things: to be taken generally—‘in many particulars:’ not to be restricted to the offences of the tongue; the restriction follows in the latter part of the verse. 2 e Count it all joy, my brothers, 2 when you meet trials f of various kinds, 3 for you know that g the testing of your faith h produces steadfastness. We offend— Literally, we stumble. Greetings.. Acknowledging the gifts of God "Commentary on James 3:2". And he can do this because he is able to control it with an iron grip and never let it get out of hand. But that shouldn’t distract preachers from the clear, strong, timely emphasis on the importance of considering the effects of what we say. They are exhorted not to be many masters, James 3:1.And to bridle the tongue, which is often an instrument of much evil, James 3:2-12.The character and fruits of true and false wisdom, James … Do feel free to make copies for friends that might be interested as long as you do not make profit from the copies. We can be careless in our examination of certain subjects and create more confusion than understanding. 3. https:https://www.studylight.org/commentaries/znt/james-3.html. Being silent isn't always the solution. Testing of Your Faith. 2 We all stumble in many ways. By ‘a perfect man,’ here and elsewhere in Scripture, is not meant a man who is absolutely free from sin, but one who is comparatively perfect. "Commentary on James 3:2". Table of Contents. The word perfect means, in a ethical and moral sense, mature, full grown, a well-rounded person (Matthew 5:48; James 1:4). Commentaries on the Catholic Epistles by John Calvin, 1509-1564. If any man offend not in word, the same is a perfect man. 1871-8. Control over the tongue implies perfect control over the whole body. Commentary on James. James 3:2. πταίομεν: see note above on this word James 2:10.— εἴ τις ἐν λογῳ οὐ πταίει: Cf. However, James's predominant emphasis in the passage is more negative: warning that judgment is real and that we all stumble, intending that we should humbly repent of … What he is pleading for is the control of the tongue….Abstention from anything is never a complete substitute for control in the use of it. James For Busy Professionals. ‘If any stumbles not in word, the same is a perfect man, able to bridle the whole body also.’. https:https://www.studylight.org/commentaries/pet/james-3.html. "There is not a righteous man on earth who does good and never sins," (Ecclesiastes 7:20). Tests And Triumphs Of Faith: James. Taking up the thought of stumbling he now points out that if any Teacher never stumbles in what he says, or how he says it, then he is indeed a perfect man, and able to bridle the whole body, exercising total self control. 3 When we put bits into the mouths of horses to make them obey us, we can turn the whole animal. We must ever remember to distinguish between what the inspired penmen wrote under the direction of the Holy Spirit and their own personal and individual activity as a Christian. If anyone is never at fault in what he says, he is a perfect man, able to keep his whole body in check. And James is not pleading for a cowardly silence, but for a wise use of speech", Commentary Critical and Explanatory on the Whole Bible - Unabridged, Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers, E.M. Zerr's Commentary on Selected Books of the New Testament, Commentary Critical and Explanatory - Unabridged, Kretzmann's Popular Commentary of the Bible, Lange's Commentary on the Holy Scriptures. The word suggests the illustration which follows. "Commentary Critical and Explanatory on the Whole Bible - Unabridged". https:https://www.studylight.org/commentaries/sdn/james-3.html. The American Standard Version translates "in many things we offend all" as "We all stumble" "For in many things we all stumble. Chapter 3. Commentary on James 3:1-12 View Bible Text . One way or another then James is declaring that the way a man speaks and the way that he behaves go hand in hand, and that one who would teach must first ensure that he has control of himself, with of course the help of God. Barnes's James 3:2 Bible Commentary For in many things we offend all - We all offend. And certainly a man, whose words are inoffensive, may have his imperfections, but, compared with those who have little command over their tongues, who give an unbridled licence to their speech, he is a perfect man. Control of his tongue results in control of the whole body. Woods makes a good point when he says: "The fact that James includes himself among those who trip in this manner is no reflection on the inspiration which guarded his writings from all error. The result is problems -- problems in personal lives, in homes, and in churches... a. "The Bible Study New Testament". The great task of saving others (1 Timothy 4:16) of continuing the work of spreading the gospel (2 Timothy 2:2). We often tend to downplay the seriousness of evil speech. ; Fausset, A. R.; Brown, David. No one has been able to master it yet except Jesus Christ. James 2 – A Living Faith in the Life of the Church A. Partiality and discrimination in the family of God. Go to the pastor and tell him? Being able to bridle the whole body may thus be saying: 1) That the Teacher who is true to the word ensures that his body does not interfere with his message. Nor is such learning an individual enterprise; the author’s “we” (James 3:1, 2) suggests it represents the collective sense of the broad community of tradition gained from examination of the world. "For we all stumble in many ways. Douglas J. Moo, in his commentary on James, writes about the background of the epistle: “The epistle of James has had a controversial history.Along with 1 and 2 Peter, 1, 2 and 3 John, and Jude, it belongs to that category of New Testament epistles called ‘general’ or ‘catholic’ (in the sense of ‘universal’) (See catholic epistles). Carefully note that God"s measuring stick for spiritual maturity INCLUDES the use of our tongues. 10 If we say that we have not sinned, we make Him a liar, and His word is not in us.”, Ecc 7:20, “For there is not a just man on earth who does good, Ga 3:22, “But the Scripture has confined all under sin, that the promise by faith in Jesus Christ might be given to those who believe.”, The reality that Jesus forgives Christians for their sins does not excuse justification for sin.  Some of us have the audacity to assume that sins of the tongue are not that important to God.Â, The more a teacher teaches, the more he will stumble.  The more we attempt for Christ, the more likely we will fail.  The more we say, the more we open ourselves to criticism.  It takes courage and independence from people to teach and lead.Â, Your email address will not be published. James 3:11 Parallel Verses [⇓ See commentary ⇓] James 3:11, NIV: "Can both fresh water and salt water flow from the same spring?" James 3:2, ESV: "For we all stumble in many ways. To “offend” means to stumble over something, and fall, and in this sense we get the exact meaning of “offending” by an unguarded allusion to a subject painful in the mind of another. "Peter Pett's Commentary on the Bible ". If anyone does not stumble in what he says, he is a perfect man, able to bridle the whole body as well. If any man offend not in word, the same is a perfect man, and able also to bridle the whole body. Calvin's Dedication. James 3:2. "If any one sins not in word" (ABUV). Our tongues are powerful within and without. Your email address will not be published. He can control his tongue because he can control himself. In word—In performance of his assumption to be a teacher in the synagogue. Might we also say that teachers will have a harder judgment because of our position? Not everybody who grows old, grows up; there is a vast difference between age and maturity 2. For in many things we offend all. "Whedon's Commentary on the Bible". ‘There is one that slippeth in his speech, but not from his heart; and who is he that hath not offended with his tongue?’ (Sir_19:16). The person who speaks much is going to err in his or her speech much because the tongue is the hardest member of the body to control. The same thing is true of a ship’s rudder. Each commentary is quite succinct so you don’t end up reading more information than necessary. Oed. Barclay notes, "James is not for a moment saying that silence is better than speech. Whereas once, commentators routinely dismissed James’s hortatory rhetoric as a miscellaneous hodgepodge of … If any stumbleth not in word, the same is a perfect man, able to bridle the whole body also.". The Argument. And because he has full control of his body and its emotions and desires, he will not, after preaching, be drawn into acting contrary to how he has preached, for his life is well controlled by the reins of God. What he is pleading for is the control of the tongue….Abstention from anything is never a complete substitute for control in the use of it. Commentaires Bibliques et La Bible Louis Segond (Bible Commentary in French) Aussi je vous recommande "Concordance Biblique" - vous trouver dans mes applications. Perfect man—He has become in mind and spirit what he doubtless has in body—a completely grown, filled out, and proportioned man. Read Introduction to James For we all stumble in many things. If any man offend not in word, the same [is] a perfect man, [and] able also to bridle the whole body. "Stanley Derickson - Notes on Selected Books". BibliographyWhedon, Daniel. He is not pleading for a Trappist life, where speech is forbidden. College Press, Joplin, MO. "If anyone does not stumble in what he says"-Note, James isn"t saying, "If anyone does not stumble", rather, he is talking about a specific area, i.e., "in what he says". So, these Christians no longer had the day-to-day contact with theirleaders. BibliographyEllicott, Charles John. The importance of our language is the subject in several verses. There are many areas in which teachers can sin. Even the meekness of Moses was violated by a rash word: ‘he spake unadvisedly with his lips’ (Psalms 106:33). . James goes on to state that if one does not stumble by his use of words, then he is a perfect man. Or he may be indicating that such ‘perfect’ and mature teachers, who are mature in the faith, are rare, and it is they who should be sought for and appointed, for they will have control of both their tongues and their lives. If a man does not offend (or stumble) with the improper use of his tongue he will prove to be a perfect or complete Prayer of Manasseh , controlling even his body. About This Book. Chapter 5. The respect in which he is τέλειος is defined by the following clause δυνατὸς—σῶμα. Otherwise being a teacher will bring him into grater condemnation. BibliographyPett, Peter. For—In explanation of the greater condemnation. Schaff's Popular Commentary on the New Testament. What we say, unless we are being hypocrites, is what we do. https:https://www.studylight.org/commentaries/dun/james-3.html. To report dead links, typos, or html errors or suggestions about making these resources more useful use our convenient, Offend not in word, the same is a perfect man -, 3. 3) That this teacher never lets his tongue run away with him, or becomes unnecessarily angry or sarcastic or hurtful when he is preaching (compare James 1:19) because he has a tight control on himself. Used by Permission. But the *apostles and leaders of the church did notgo. Look also at ships: although they are so large and are driven by fierce winds, they are turned by a very small rudder wherever the pilot desires. . Condemn them publicly as a heretic? … If anyone does not stumble in what he says, he is a perfect man, able to bridle the whole body as well.". | Powered by WordPress, James turns from the significance of works in chapter two to the magnitude of, The significance of the word “for” shows that, James includes himself in the word “all.”  The idea is, James not only admits to tripping in a few things but in “many things.”  The word “many” modifies “stumble.”  We stumble over many things.  This shows the, 1 Jn 1:7-10, “But if we walk in the light as He is in the light, we have fellowship with one another, and the blood of Jesus Christ His Son, Ga 3:22, “But the Scripture has confined. Mouth and behaviour tend to go in tandem. Nevertheless, Scripture does speak of a level of maturity that is attainable and is expected of each believer (Philippians 3:15; Hebrews 5:12; 2 Peter 1:5-11)" (p. 116). Chapter 4. See what John says in 1 John 1:8-10. I rather think that this is exactly the point James was making to his readers. Since all can make mistakes, all should be suspect. "In many ways"-"in a number of things" (Bas). BibliographyHaydock, George Leo. See how great a forest a little fire kindles! If any man offend not in word, the same is a perfect man.—If any man: much more one who fain would teach his fellows. He is not pleading for a Trappist life, where speech is forbidden. BibliographyNicol, W. Robertson, M.A., L.L.D. No man can go through life without making a mistake in word, and no man is perfect. "Commentary on James 3:2". "Commentary on James 3:2". He wrote to encourage them to live asChristians should, i… 1896. We all make mistakes and a teacher is not above one now and then as well. This failure James describes with the verb stumble (ptaio, used before in 2:10). This included James himself. Fulfilling a great responsibility (Hebrews 5:12); using your talents (Matthew 25:1-46), following in the footsteps of Jesus (Luke 19:10; 1 Corinthians 11:1). To be able to bridle the tongue is an argument of some growth and happy progress in grace (, John Gill's Exposition of the Whole Bible, Commentary Critical and Explanatory on the Whole Bible, William Godbey's Commentary on the New Testament, Robertson's Word Pictures in the New Testament, Greek Testament Critical Exegetical Commentary, “considering thyself, lest thou also be tempted.”, Expository Notes with Practical Observations on the New Testament, Heinrich Meyer's Critical and Exegetical Commentary on the New Testament, Johann Albrecht Bengel's Gnomon of the New Testament, Matthew Poole's English Annotations on the Holy Bible, Justin Edwards' Family Bible New Testament, Cambridge Greek Testament for Schools and Colleges, ἄνθρωπος οὐκ ἔστι δίκαιος ἐν τῇ γῇ ὄς ποιήσει ἀγαθὸν καὶ οὐχ ἁμαρτήσεται, "Although not all sins laid to the account of one person are necessarily the same as those shared by others, all persons have at least one sin in common, namely, the sin of the tongue. No Christian is completely without sin! Even so the tongue is a little member and boasts great things. Copyright StatementCopyright 2008. https:https://www.studylight.org/commentaries/hcc/james-3.html. Biblical Commentary (Bible Study) James 3:1-12 EXEGESIS: THE CONTEXT: James seems to be moving in a very different direction after his discourse on works, which concluded, "faith apart from works is dead" (2:14-26). A man’s character is known by his words: ‘Out of the abundance of the heart the mouth speaketh’ (Matthew 12:34): even as the nature of a fountain is known by the quality of the stream which issues from it. KJV: For in many things we offend all. Suggest the proper answer as a possibility? In addition, since all Christians sin, those who become teachers (a task which has its own pitfalls and temptations), must be individuals who take upon themselves that task from the noblest of motives. Forerunner Commentary Jamieson, Fausset, and Brown John Wesley's Notes Matthew Henry People's Commentary (NT) Robertson's Word Pictures (NT) Scofield: Definitions: Interlinear: Library: Topical Studies: X-References : Commentaries: Forerunner Commentary What is the Forerunner Commentary? My brethren, do not hold the faith of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Lord of glory, with partiality. all: a strong expression in the Greek; ‘we, all without exception.’. Understanding The Book Of James. Chapter 3 The apostle here reproves ambition, and an arrogant magisterial tongue; and shows the duty and advantage of bridling it because of its power to do mischief. 2 We all stumble in many ways. Kent notes, "Anyone who can master the use of his tongue, so as not to fall into sin through angry words, misrepresentation, or falsehood, shows himself to be a mature man….In the spiritual life there is always room for further growth, and no one in this life reaches a state of sinlessness. in many things: to be taken generally—‘in many particulars:’ not to be restricted to the offences of the tongue; the restriction follows in the latter part of the verse. 1952. Here he employs some of the fiercest language in the book. James 3 - Anyone for Teaching? James turns from the significance of works in chapter two to the magnitude of words in chapter three. 2012. "Commentary on James 3:2". He never panders to people’s tastes because ‘his body’ (he himself) wants popularity or praise. In what he says. As the Scriptures remind us, "None is righteous, no not one -- for all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God" (Romans 3:10; Romans 3:23). BibliographySchaff, Philip. Compare Matthew 5:22 and note. https:https://www.studylight.org/commentaries/egt/james-3.html. A large number of the Christians had left *Jerusalem and had goneto live in other countries. Guiding others to God (Acts 8:31). I have used this week's verse many times in counseling and to remind myself the tongue can … 1879-90. by Grant Richison | Oct 4, 2000 | James | 0 comments. a. If we do have too many of such professed teachers we will ofiend all or all (of us) will offend or stumble. (2) For in many things we offend all.—Better thus, For in many things we all offend: not, what might be inferred, “we are an offence to all,” as Matthew 24:9; 1 Corinthians 4:13, et al. James 3:11, KJV: "Doth a fountain send forth at the same place sweet water and bitter?" 1859. Bullinger's Companion bible Notes". Sirach 19:16, τίς οὐχ ἥμαρτεν ἐν τῇ γλώσσῃ αὐτοῦ;— τέλειος: see note on James 1:4.— ἀνήρ: see note on James 1:12.— χαλιναγωγῆσαι: see note on James 1:26.— καὶ ὅλον τὸ σῶμα: it is quite possible that these words are meant literally; the exaggerated gesticulation of an Oriental in the excitement of debate is proverbial; that the reference here is to even more than this is also quite within the bounds of possibility, cf. My Big Fat Mouth. The Argument. 1897-1910. Anyone who is never at fault in what they say is perfect, able to keep their whole body in check." The fact is that men’s tongues reveal their sinfulness and that is why none can teach without stumbling, for all men are sinful. James 3:2. by Grant Richison | Oct 4, 2000 | James | 0 comments. 3. https:https://www.studylight.org/commentaries/ice/james-3.html. To c the twelve tribes in d the Dispersion:. Able also to bridle the whole body.—Not that if the tongue be stilled all the members of the body are consequently in peace; but, because the work of ruling the one rebel is so great, that a much less corresponding effort will keep the others in subjection. This is a good text to show that we should beware of any man"s teaching. https:https://www.studylight.org/commentaries/ebc/james-3.html. We can set the wrong example, our motivation can we selfish (1 Corinthians 13:1-4), we can exaggerate, needlessly offend, gossip and so on. BibliographyTorrey, R. A. I discovered that I could keep my mouth shut but my heart was whining and complaining. The true meaning is, that in many things we all stumble; that is, make intellectual and moral mistakes and blunders; which is true enough of the wisest and holiest of us. God's judgment is perfectly fair. For χαλιναγωγῆσαι, see James 1:26. 2) That this Teacher always practises what he preaches. Anyone who is never at fault in what they say is perfect, able to keep their whole body in check. Offendimus, Greek: ptaiomen, we stumble, rather than fall. The Expositor's Greek Testament. Every age of the world, and every condition of life, private or public, affords examples of this. We can needlessly turn people off from the truth by an arrogant presentation. Chapter 3. "Expository Notes of Dr. Thomas Constable". Condemn them in your mind - behind their back? "Commentary on James 3:2". Titus 1:11). "George Haydock's Catholic Bible Commentary". Taming the Tongue. Required fields are marked *, Notify me of followup comments via e-mail, Designed by Elegant Themes James wrote to help them. James 3:2 For in many things we offend all. Practical Instructions For Your Daily Life Journey. 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The very human weakness of Peter, and Paul, and James, endears them to us; for so we know assuredly that they were “men of like passions” with ourselves (Acts 14:15), and, where they succeeded, we, by the like grace of God, may also win the crown. The tongue is placed among our members as a world of iniquity; it stains the whole body, sets on fire the cycle of nature, and is itself set on fire by hell. 27; ἄνθρωπος οὐκ ἔστι δίκαιος ἐν τῇ γῇ ὄς ποιήσει ἀγαθὸν καὶ οὐχ ἁμαρτήσεται, Ecclesiastes 7:20. https:https://www.studylight.org/commentaries/cgt/james-3.html. Go to. No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system or transmitted in any form by any means, electronic, mechanical, photocopy, recording or otherwise without the prior permission of the author, except as provided by U.S.A. copyright laws. And the tongue is a fire, a world of iniquity. "Thus the person who knows how to keep his speech under control reveals that he has sufficient maturity to control his other activities also" (Kent p. 116). 1. James follows up his practical guidance about listening (see James 1:19–21) with similar advice about speaking. James 3:11, ESV: "Does a spring pour forth from the same opening both fresh and salt water?" BibliographyDunagan, Mark. Indeed, we put bits in horses’ mouths that they may obey us, and we turn their whole body. DRB: For in many things we all offend. See James 2:10. Chapter 1. ἄνδρα δʼ οὐδένʼ οἶδʼ ἐγὼ | δίκαιον ὅστις ἐξ ἃπαντος εὖ λέγει. Digging Deeper James 3:2-5 with commentary The tongue. Before we move on, let"s remember the advantages of being a teacher: Great personal growth, the teacher always learns more than the student. If anyone does not stumble in word, he is a perfect man, able also to bridle the whole body. 4). "Commentary on James 3:2". BibliographyConstable, Thomas. 1 a James, a servant 1 of God and b of the Lord Jesus Christ,. We can also apply this to everyday life, since the tongue demonstrates the inner man. Bibliography"Commentary on James 3:2". He is a kind of paragon. The Epistle Of James Introduction To The Epistle INTRODUCTION 1. And, therefore, our apostle cautions us to avoid setting up for too much. 2. The affairs of mankind are thrown into confusion by the tongues of men. This Sunday’s passage involves one of the more peculiar passages in the New Testament. If any man offend not in word, the same is a perfect man, and able also to bridle the whole body. And non-inspired teachers are clearly not infallible. 1905. Yet spiritual maturity requires a tamed tongue (cf. That is why the Bereans were commended for their searching of the Word daily to check up on the preaching they were getting. For we all stumble in many things. … "Commentary on James 3:2". E.M. Zerr's Commentary on Selected Books of the New Testament. Even inspired teachers could set the wrong example or fail to live up to what they were teaching (Galatians 2:11-13). If any man offend not in word, the same is a perfect man, and able also to bridle the whole body. James is thinking of the ranting and raving which certain Jews did in arguing matters of religion, as well as teaching false things. James Audio Bible With Music And Commentary. 5. James uses two analogies here to make the point that the tongue is small, but mighty: the bit and the rudder. James; Principle #8; James 3:1-12; Sinful Anger: To keep our words from becoming destructive, we must be able to control what we say. James 3:2. Commentary on First John. Confront them privately? If anyone does not stumble in word, he is a perfect man, able also to bridle the whole body. "Mark Dunagan Commentaries on the Bible". "Commentary on James 3:2". For the use of οὐ after εἰ, see note James 2:11. τέλειος, see note James 1:4. For. Draper notes, "If we err once a day, that amounts to 20,000 times in fifty years" (p. 97). in many things: to be taken generally—‘in many particulars:’ not to be restricted to the offences of the tongue; the restriction follows in the latter part of the verse. 2 e Count it all joy, my brothers, 2 when you meet trials f of various kinds, 3 for you know that g the testing of your faith h produces steadfastness. We offend— Literally, we stumble. Greetings.. Acknowledging the gifts of God "Commentary on James 3:2". And he can do this because he is able to control it with an iron grip and never let it get out of hand. But that shouldn’t distract preachers from the clear, strong, timely emphasis on the importance of considering the effects of what we say. They are exhorted not to be many masters, James 3:1.And to bridle the tongue, which is often an instrument of much evil, James 3:2-12.The character and fruits of true and false wisdom, James … Do feel free to make copies for friends that might be interested as long as you do not make profit from the copies. We can be careless in our examination of certain subjects and create more confusion than understanding. 3. https:https://www.studylight.org/commentaries/znt/james-3.html. Being silent isn't always the solution. Testing of Your Faith. 2 We all stumble in many ways. By ‘a perfect man,’ here and elsewhere in Scripture, is not meant a man who is absolutely free from sin, but one who is comparatively perfect. "Commentary on James 3:2". Table of Contents. The word perfect means, in a ethical and moral sense, mature, full grown, a well-rounded person (Matthew 5:48; James 1:4). Commentaries on the Catholic Epistles by John Calvin, 1509-1564. If any man offend not in word, the same is a perfect man. 1871-8. Control over the tongue implies perfect control over the whole body. Commentary on James. James 3:2. πταίομεν: see note above on this word James 2:10.— εἴ τις ἐν λογῳ οὐ πταίει: Cf. However, James's predominant emphasis in the passage is more negative: warning that judgment is real and that we all stumble, intending that we should humbly repent of … What he is pleading for is the control of the tongue….Abstention from anything is never a complete substitute for control in the use of it. James For Busy Professionals. ‘If any stumbles not in word, the same is a perfect man, able to bridle the whole body also.’. https:https://www.studylight.org/commentaries/pet/james-3.html. "There is not a righteous man on earth who does good and never sins," (Ecclesiastes 7:20). Tests And Triumphs Of Faith: James. Taking up the thought of stumbling he now points out that if any Teacher never stumbles in what he says, or how he says it, then he is indeed a perfect man, and able to bridle the whole body, exercising total self control. 3 When we put bits into the mouths of horses to make them obey us, we can turn the whole animal. We must ever remember to distinguish between what the inspired penmen wrote under the direction of the Holy Spirit and their own personal and individual activity as a Christian. If anyone is never at fault in what he says, he is a perfect man, able to keep his whole body in check. And James is not pleading for a cowardly silence, but for a wise use of speech", Commentary Critical and Explanatory on the Whole Bible - Unabridged, Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers, E.M. Zerr's Commentary on Selected Books of the New Testament, Commentary Critical and Explanatory - Unabridged, Kretzmann's Popular Commentary of the Bible, Lange's Commentary on the Holy Scriptures. The word suggests the illustration which follows. "Commentary Critical and Explanatory on the Whole Bible - Unabridged". https:https://www.studylight.org/commentaries/sdn/james-3.html. The American Standard Version translates "in many things we offend all" as "We all stumble" "For in many things we all stumble. Chapter 3. Commentary on James 3:1-12 View Bible Text . One way or another then James is declaring that the way a man speaks and the way that he behaves go hand in hand, and that one who would teach must first ensure that he has control of himself, with of course the help of God. Barnes's James 3:2 Bible Commentary For in many things we offend all - We all offend. And certainly a man, whose words are inoffensive, may have his imperfections, but, compared with those who have little command over their tongues, who give an unbridled licence to their speech, he is a perfect man. Control of his tongue results in control of the whole body. Woods makes a good point when he says: "The fact that James includes himself among those who trip in this manner is no reflection on the inspiration which guarded his writings from all error. The result is problems -- problems in personal lives, in homes, and in churches... a. "The Bible Study New Testament". The great task of saving others (1 Timothy 4:16) of continuing the work of spreading the gospel (2 Timothy 2:2). We often tend to downplay the seriousness of evil speech. ; Fausset, A. R.; Brown, David. No one has been able to master it yet except Jesus Christ. James 2 – A Living Faith in the Life of the Church A. Partiality and discrimination in the family of God. Go to the pastor and tell him? Being able to bridle the whole body may thus be saying: 1) That the Teacher who is true to the word ensures that his body does not interfere with his message. Nor is such learning an individual enterprise; the author’s “we” (James 3:1, 2) suggests it represents the collective sense of the broad community of tradition gained from examination of the world. "For we all stumble in many ways. Douglas J. Moo, in his commentary on James, writes about the background of the epistle: “The epistle of James has had a controversial history.Along with 1 and 2 Peter, 1, 2 and 3 John, and Jude, it belongs to that category of New Testament epistles called ‘general’ or ‘catholic’ (in the sense of ‘universal’) (See catholic epistles). Carefully note that God"s measuring stick for spiritual maturity INCLUDES the use of our tongues. 10 If we say that we have not sinned, we make Him a liar, and His word is not in us.”, Ecc 7:20, “For there is not a just man on earth who does good, Ga 3:22, “But the Scripture has confined all under sin, that the promise by faith in Jesus Christ might be given to those who believe.”, The reality that Jesus forgives Christians for their sins does not excuse justification for sin.  Some of us have the audacity to assume that sins of the tongue are not that important to God.Â, The more a teacher teaches, the more he will stumble.  The more we attempt for Christ, the more likely we will fail.  The more we say, the more we open ourselves to criticism.  It takes courage and independence from people to teach and lead.Â, Your email address will not be published. James 3:11 Parallel Verses [⇓ See commentary ⇓] James 3:11, NIV: "Can both fresh water and salt water flow from the same spring?" James 3:2, ESV: "For we all stumble in many ways. To “offend” means to stumble over something, and fall, and in this sense we get the exact meaning of “offending” by an unguarded allusion to a subject painful in the mind of another. "Peter Pett's Commentary on the Bible ". If anyone does not stumble in what he says, he is a perfect man, able to bridle the whole body as well. If any man offend not in word, the same is a perfect man, and able also to bridle the whole body. Calvin's Dedication. James 3:2. "If any one sins not in word" (ABUV). Our tongues are powerful within and without. Your email address will not be published. He can control his tongue because he can control himself. In word—In performance of his assumption to be a teacher in the synagogue. Might we also say that teachers will have a harder judgment because of our position? Not everybody who grows old, grows up; there is a vast difference between age and maturity 2. For in many things we offend all. "Whedon's Commentary on the Bible". ‘There is one that slippeth in his speech, but not from his heart; and who is he that hath not offended with his tongue?’ (Sir_19:16). The person who speaks much is going to err in his or her speech much because the tongue is the hardest member of the body to control. The same thing is true of a ship’s rudder. Each commentary is quite succinct so you don’t end up reading more information than necessary. Oed. Barclay notes, "James is not for a moment saying that silence is better than speech. Whereas once, commentators routinely dismissed James’s hortatory rhetoric as a miscellaneous hodgepodge of … If any stumbleth not in word, the same is a perfect man, able to bridle the whole body also.". The Argument. And because he has full control of his body and its emotions and desires, he will not, after preaching, be drawn into acting contrary to how he has preached, for his life is well controlled by the reins of God. What he is pleading for is the control of the tongue….Abstention from anything is never a complete substitute for control in the use of it. Commentaires Bibliques et La Bible Louis Segond (Bible Commentary in French) Aussi je vous recommande "Concordance Biblique" - vous trouver dans mes applications. Perfect man—He has become in mind and spirit what he doubtless has in body—a completely grown, filled out, and proportioned man. Read Introduction to James For we all stumble in many things. If any man offend not in word, the same [is] a perfect man, [and] able also to bridle the whole body. "Stanley Derickson - Notes on Selected Books". BibliographyWhedon, Daniel. He is not pleading for a Trappist life, where speech is forbidden. College Press, Joplin, MO. "If anyone does not stumble in what he says"-Note, James isn"t saying, "If anyone does not stumble", rather, he is talking about a specific area, i.e., "in what he says". So, these Christians no longer had the day-to-day contact with theirleaders. BibliographyEllicott, Charles John. The importance of our language is the subject in several verses. There are many areas in which teachers can sin. Even the meekness of Moses was violated by a rash word: ‘he spake unadvisedly with his lips’ (Psalms 106:33). . James goes on to state that if one does not stumble by his use of words, then he is a perfect man. Or he may be indicating that such ‘perfect’ and mature teachers, who are mature in the faith, are rare, and it is they who should be sought for and appointed, for they will have control of both their tongues and their lives. If a man does not offend (or stumble) with the improper use of his tongue he will prove to be a perfect or complete Prayer of Manasseh , controlling even his body. About This Book. Chapter 5. The respect in which he is τέλειος is defined by the following clause δυνατὸς—σῶμα. Otherwise being a teacher will bring him into grater condemnation. BibliographyPett, Peter. For—In explanation of the greater condemnation. Schaff's Popular Commentary on the New Testament. What we say, unless we are being hypocrites, is what we do. https:https://www.studylight.org/commentaries/dun/james-3.html. To report dead links, typos, or html errors or suggestions about making these resources more useful use our convenient, Offend not in word, the same is a perfect man -, 3. 3) That this teacher never lets his tongue run away with him, or becomes unnecessarily angry or sarcastic or hurtful when he is preaching (compare James 1:19) because he has a tight control on himself. Used by Permission. But the *apostles and leaders of the church did notgo. Look also at ships: although they are so large and are driven by fierce winds, they are turned by a very small rudder wherever the pilot desires. . Condemn them publicly as a heretic? … If anyone does not stumble in what he says, he is a perfect man, able to bridle the whole body as well.". | Powered by WordPress, James turns from the significance of works in chapter two to the magnitude of, The significance of the word “for” shows that, James includes himself in the word “all.”  The idea is, James not only admits to tripping in a few things but in “many things.”  The word “many” modifies “stumble.”  We stumble over many things.  This shows the, 1 Jn 1:7-10, “But if we walk in the light as He is in the light, we have fellowship with one another, and the blood of Jesus Christ His Son, Ga 3:22, “But the Scripture has confined. Mouth and behaviour tend to go in tandem. Nevertheless, Scripture does speak of a level of maturity that is attainable and is expected of each believer (Philippians 3:15; Hebrews 5:12; 2 Peter 1:5-11)" (p. 116). Chapter 4. See what John says in 1 John 1:8-10. I rather think that this is exactly the point James was making to his readers. Since all can make mistakes, all should be suspect. "In many ways"-"in a number of things" (Bas). BibliographyHaydock, George Leo. See how great a forest a little fire kindles! If any man offend not in word, the same is a perfect man.—If any man: much more one who fain would teach his fellows. He is not pleading for a Trappist life, where speech is forbidden. BibliographyNicol, W. Robertson, M.A., L.L.D. No man can go through life without making a mistake in word, and no man is perfect. "Commentary on James 3:2". "Commentary on James 3:2". He wrote to encourage them to live asChristians should, i… 1896. We all make mistakes and a teacher is not above one now and then as well. This failure James describes with the verb stumble (ptaio, used before in 2:10). This included James himself. Fulfilling a great responsibility (Hebrews 5:12); using your talents (Matthew 25:1-46), following in the footsteps of Jesus (Luke 19:10; 1 Corinthians 11:1). To be able to bridle the tongue is an argument of some growth and happy progress in grace (, John Gill's Exposition of the Whole Bible, Commentary Critical and Explanatory on the Whole Bible, William Godbey's Commentary on the New Testament, Robertson's Word Pictures in the New Testament, Greek Testament Critical Exegetical Commentary, “considering thyself, lest thou also be tempted.”, Expository Notes with Practical Observations on the New Testament, Heinrich Meyer's Critical and Exegetical Commentary on the New Testament, Johann Albrecht Bengel's Gnomon of the New Testament, Matthew Poole's English Annotations on the Holy Bible, Justin Edwards' Family Bible New Testament, Cambridge Greek Testament for Schools and Colleges, ἄνθρωπος οὐκ ἔστι δίκαιος ἐν τῇ γῇ ὄς ποιήσει ἀγαθὸν καὶ οὐχ ἁμαρτήσεται, "Although not all sins laid to the account of one person are necessarily the same as those shared by others, all persons have at least one sin in common, namely, the sin of the tongue. No Christian is completely without sin! Even so the tongue is a little member and boasts great things. Copyright StatementCopyright 2008. https:https://www.studylight.org/commentaries/hcc/james-3.html. Biblical Commentary (Bible Study) James 3:1-12 EXEGESIS: THE CONTEXT: James seems to be moving in a very different direction after his discourse on works, which concluded, "faith apart from works is dead" (2:14-26). A man’s character is known by his words: ‘Out of the abundance of the heart the mouth speaketh’ (Matthew 12:34): even as the nature of a fountain is known by the quality of the stream which issues from it. KJV: For in many things we offend all. Suggest the proper answer as a possibility? In addition, since all Christians sin, those who become teachers (a task which has its own pitfalls and temptations), must be individuals who take upon themselves that task from the noblest of motives. Forerunner Commentary Jamieson, Fausset, and Brown John Wesley's Notes Matthew Henry People's Commentary (NT) Robertson's Word Pictures (NT) Scofield: Definitions: Interlinear: Library: Topical Studies: X-References : Commentaries: Forerunner Commentary What is the Forerunner Commentary? My brethren, do not hold the faith of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Lord of glory, with partiality. all: a strong expression in the Greek; ‘we, all without exception.’. Understanding The Book Of James. Chapter 3 The apostle here reproves ambition, and an arrogant magisterial tongue; and shows the duty and advantage of bridling it because of its power to do mischief. 2 We all stumble in many ways. Kent notes, "Anyone who can master the use of his tongue, so as not to fall into sin through angry words, misrepresentation, or falsehood, shows himself to be a mature man….In the spiritual life there is always room for further growth, and no one in this life reaches a state of sinlessness. in many things: to be taken generally—‘in many particulars:’ not to be restricted to the offences of the tongue; the restriction follows in the latter part of the verse. 1952. Here he employs some of the fiercest language in the book. James 3 - Anyone for Teaching? James turns from the significance of works in chapter two to the magnitude of words in chapter three. 2012. "Commentary on James 3:2". He never panders to people’s tastes because ‘his body’ (he himself) wants popularity or praise. In what he says. As the Scriptures remind us, "None is righteous, no not one -- for all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God" (Romans 3:10; Romans 3:23). BibliographySchaff, Philip. Compare Matthew 5:22 and note. https:https://www.studylight.org/commentaries/egt/james-3.html. A large number of the Christians had left *Jerusalem and had goneto live in other countries. Guiding others to God (Acts 8:31). I have used this week's verse many times in counseling and to remind myself the tongue can … 1879-90. by Grant Richison | Oct 4, 2000 | James | 0 comments. a. If we do have too many of such professed teachers we will ofiend all or all (of us) will offend or stumble. (2) For in many things we offend all.—Better thus, For in many things we all offend: not, what might be inferred, “we are an offence to all,” as Matthew 24:9; 1 Corinthians 4:13, et al. James 3:11, KJV: "Doth a fountain send forth at the same place sweet water and bitter?" 1859. Bullinger's Companion bible Notes". Sirach 19:16, τίς οὐχ ἥμαρτεν ἐν τῇ γλώσσῃ αὐτοῦ;— τέλειος: see note on James 1:4.— ἀνήρ: see note on James 1:12.— χαλιναγωγῆσαι: see note on James 1:26.— καὶ ὅλον τὸ σῶμα: it is quite possible that these words are meant literally; the exaggerated gesticulation of an Oriental in the excitement of debate is proverbial; that the reference here is to even more than this is also quite within the bounds of possibility, cf. My Big Fat Mouth. The Argument. 1897-1910. Anyone who is never at fault in what they say is perfect, able to keep their whole body in check." The fact is that men’s tongues reveal their sinfulness and that is why none can teach without stumbling, for all men are sinful. James 3:2. by Grant Richison | Oct 4, 2000 | James | 0 comments. 3. https:https://www.studylight.org/commentaries/ice/james-3.html. To c the twelve tribes in d the Dispersion:. Able also to bridle the whole body.—Not that if the tongue be stilled all the members of the body are consequently in peace; but, because the work of ruling the one rebel is so great, that a much less corresponding effort will keep the others in subjection. This is a good text to show that we should beware of any man"s teaching. https:https://www.studylight.org/commentaries/ebc/james-3.html. We can set the wrong example, our motivation can we selfish (1 Corinthians 13:1-4), we can exaggerate, needlessly offend, gossip and so on. BibliographyTorrey, R. A. I discovered that I could keep my mouth shut but my heart was whining and complaining. The true meaning is, that in many things we all stumble; that is, make intellectual and moral mistakes and blunders; which is true enough of the wisest and holiest of us. God's judgment is perfectly fair. For χαλιναγωγῆσαι, see James 1:26. 2) That this Teacher always practises what he preaches. Anyone who is never at fault in what they say is perfect, able to keep their whole body in check. Offendimus, Greek: ptaiomen, we stumble, rather than fall. The Expositor's Greek Testament. Every age of the world, and every condition of life, private or public, affords examples of this. We can needlessly turn people off from the truth by an arrogant presentation. Chapter 3. "Expository Notes of Dr. Thomas Constable". Condemn them in your mind - behind their back? "Commentary on James 3:2". Titus 1:11). "George Haydock's Catholic Bible Commentary". Taming the Tongue. Required fields are marked *, Notify me of followup comments via e-mail, Designed by Elegant Themes James wrote to help them. James 3:2 For in many things we offend all. Practical Instructions For Your Daily Life Journey. ", Schaff's Popular Commentary on the New Testament, George Haydock's Catholic Bible Commentary, "If anyone does not stumble in what he says", "James is not for a moment saying that silence is better than speech. Depending on the situation, I would suggest that you bring up a possible correct interpretation, if that is rejected soundly, go to the pastor and discuss it and let him make the next move. Humble, indeed, was the holy mind of James, but this confession of error uplifts him in all right appreciation, and in no way casts him down. Offend not , [ ptaiei (Greek #4417)] - stumbleth not: slips not in word: in which one especially tried who sets up as a 'teacher.'. Ideally, the older we are, the more mature we should be; but too often the ideal does not become the real! ► we all offend not make profit from the same is a perfect man able! Of such professed teachers we will ofiend all or all ( of us will! Taught to dread an unruly tongue, as one who could stumble his results. 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The very human weakness of Peter, and Paul, and James, endears them to us; for so we know assuredly that they were “men of like passions” with ourselves (Acts 14:15), and, where they succeeded, we, by the like grace of God, may also win the crown. The tongue is placed among our members as a world of iniquity; it stains the whole body, sets on fire the cycle of nature, and is itself set on fire by hell. 27; ἄνθρωπος οὐκ ἔστι δίκαιος ἐν τῇ γῇ ὄς ποιήσει ἀγαθὸν καὶ οὐχ ἁμαρτήσεται, Ecclesiastes 7:20. https:https://www.studylight.org/commentaries/cgt/james-3.html. Go to. No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system or transmitted in any form by any means, electronic, mechanical, photocopy, recording or otherwise without the prior permission of the author, except as provided by U.S.A. copyright laws. And the tongue is a fire, a world of iniquity. "Thus the person who knows how to keep his speech under control reveals that he has sufficient maturity to control his other activities also" (Kent p. 116). 1. James follows up his practical guidance about listening (see James 1:19–21) with similar advice about speaking. James 3:11, ESV: "Does a spring pour forth from the same opening both fresh and salt water?" BibliographyDunagan, Mark. Indeed, we put bits in horses’ mouths that they may obey us, and we turn their whole body. DRB: For in many things we all offend. See James 2:10. Chapter 1. ἄνδρα δʼ οὐδένʼ οἶδʼ ἐγὼ | δίκαιον ὅστις ἐξ ἃπαντος εὖ λέγει. Digging Deeper James 3:2-5 with commentary The tongue. Before we move on, let"s remember the advantages of being a teacher: Great personal growth, the teacher always learns more than the student. If anyone does not stumble in word, he is a perfect man, able also to bridle the whole body. 4). "Commentary on James 3:2". BibliographyConstable, Thomas. 1 a James, a servant 1 of God and b of the Lord Jesus Christ,. We can also apply this to everyday life, since the tongue demonstrates the inner man. Bibliography"Commentary on James 3:2". He is a kind of paragon. The Epistle Of James Introduction To The Epistle INTRODUCTION 1. And, therefore, our apostle cautions us to avoid setting up for too much. 2. The affairs of mankind are thrown into confusion by the tongues of men. This Sunday’s passage involves one of the more peculiar passages in the New Testament. If any man offend not in word, the same is a perfect man, and able also to bridle the whole body. And non-inspired teachers are clearly not infallible. 1905. Yet spiritual maturity requires a tamed tongue (cf. That is why the Bereans were commended for their searching of the Word daily to check up on the preaching they were getting. For we all stumble in many things. … "Commentary on James 3:2". E.M. Zerr's Commentary on Selected Books of the New Testament. Even inspired teachers could set the wrong example or fail to live up to what they were teaching (Galatians 2:11-13). If any man offend not in word, the same is a perfect man, and able also to bridle the whole body. James is thinking of the ranting and raving which certain Jews did in arguing matters of religion, as well as teaching false things. James Audio Bible With Music And Commentary. 5. James uses two analogies here to make the point that the tongue is small, but mighty: the bit and the rudder. James; Principle #8; James 3:1-12; Sinful Anger: To keep our words from becoming destructive, we must be able to control what we say. James 3:2. Commentary on First John. Confront them privately? If anyone does not stumble in word, he is a perfect man, able also to bridle the whole body. "Mark Dunagan Commentaries on the Bible". "Commentary on James 3:2". For the use of οὐ after εἰ, see note James 2:11. τέλειος, see note James 1:4. For. Draper notes, "If we err once a day, that amounts to 20,000 times in fifty years" (p. 97). in many things: to be taken generally—‘in many particulars:’ not to be restricted to the offences of the tongue; the restriction follows in the latter part of the verse. 2 e Count it all joy, my brothers, 2 when you meet trials f of various kinds, 3 for you know that g the testing of your faith h produces steadfastness. We offend— Literally, we stumble. Greetings.. Acknowledging the gifts of God "Commentary on James 3:2". And he can do this because he is able to control it with an iron grip and never let it get out of hand. But that shouldn’t distract preachers from the clear, strong, timely emphasis on the importance of considering the effects of what we say. They are exhorted not to be many masters, James 3:1.And to bridle the tongue, which is often an instrument of much evil, James 3:2-12.The character and fruits of true and false wisdom, James … Do feel free to make copies for friends that might be interested as long as you do not make profit from the copies. We can be careless in our examination of certain subjects and create more confusion than understanding. 3. https:https://www.studylight.org/commentaries/znt/james-3.html. Being silent isn't always the solution. Testing of Your Faith. 2 We all stumble in many ways. By ‘a perfect man,’ here and elsewhere in Scripture, is not meant a man who is absolutely free from sin, but one who is comparatively perfect. "Commentary on James 3:2". Table of Contents. The word perfect means, in a ethical and moral sense, mature, full grown, a well-rounded person (Matthew 5:48; James 1:4). Commentaries on the Catholic Epistles by John Calvin, 1509-1564. If any man offend not in word, the same is a perfect man. 1871-8. Control over the tongue implies perfect control over the whole body. Commentary on James. James 3:2. πταίομεν: see note above on this word James 2:10.— εἴ τις ἐν λογῳ οὐ πταίει: Cf. However, James's predominant emphasis in the passage is more negative: warning that judgment is real and that we all stumble, intending that we should humbly repent of … What he is pleading for is the control of the tongue….Abstention from anything is never a complete substitute for control in the use of it. James For Busy Professionals. ‘If any stumbles not in word, the same is a perfect man, able to bridle the whole body also.’. https:https://www.studylight.org/commentaries/pet/james-3.html. "There is not a righteous man on earth who does good and never sins," (Ecclesiastes 7:20). Tests And Triumphs Of Faith: James. Taking up the thought of stumbling he now points out that if any Teacher never stumbles in what he says, or how he says it, then he is indeed a perfect man, and able to bridle the whole body, exercising total self control. 3 When we put bits into the mouths of horses to make them obey us, we can turn the whole animal. We must ever remember to distinguish between what the inspired penmen wrote under the direction of the Holy Spirit and their own personal and individual activity as a Christian. If anyone is never at fault in what he says, he is a perfect man, able to keep his whole body in check. And James is not pleading for a cowardly silence, but for a wise use of speech", Commentary Critical and Explanatory on the Whole Bible - Unabridged, Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers, E.M. Zerr's Commentary on Selected Books of the New Testament, Commentary Critical and Explanatory - Unabridged, Kretzmann's Popular Commentary of the Bible, Lange's Commentary on the Holy Scriptures. The word suggests the illustration which follows. "Commentary Critical and Explanatory on the Whole Bible - Unabridged". https:https://www.studylight.org/commentaries/sdn/james-3.html. The American Standard Version translates "in many things we offend all" as "We all stumble" "For in many things we all stumble. Chapter 3. Commentary on James 3:1-12 View Bible Text . One way or another then James is declaring that the way a man speaks and the way that he behaves go hand in hand, and that one who would teach must first ensure that he has control of himself, with of course the help of God. Barnes's James 3:2 Bible Commentary For in many things we offend all - We all offend. And certainly a man, whose words are inoffensive, may have his imperfections, but, compared with those who have little command over their tongues, who give an unbridled licence to their speech, he is a perfect man. Control of his tongue results in control of the whole body. Woods makes a good point when he says: "The fact that James includes himself among those who trip in this manner is no reflection on the inspiration which guarded his writings from all error. The result is problems -- problems in personal lives, in homes, and in churches... a. "The Bible Study New Testament". The great task of saving others (1 Timothy 4:16) of continuing the work of spreading the gospel (2 Timothy 2:2). We often tend to downplay the seriousness of evil speech. ; Fausset, A. R.; Brown, David. No one has been able to master it yet except Jesus Christ. James 2 – A Living Faith in the Life of the Church A. Partiality and discrimination in the family of God. Go to the pastor and tell him? Being able to bridle the whole body may thus be saying: 1) That the Teacher who is true to the word ensures that his body does not interfere with his message. Nor is such learning an individual enterprise; the author’s “we” (James 3:1, 2) suggests it represents the collective sense of the broad community of tradition gained from examination of the world. "For we all stumble in many ways. Douglas J. Moo, in his commentary on James, writes about the background of the epistle: “The epistle of James has had a controversial history.Along with 1 and 2 Peter, 1, 2 and 3 John, and Jude, it belongs to that category of New Testament epistles called ‘general’ or ‘catholic’ (in the sense of ‘universal’) (See catholic epistles). Carefully note that God"s measuring stick for spiritual maturity INCLUDES the use of our tongues. 10 If we say that we have not sinned, we make Him a liar, and His word is not in us.”, Ecc 7:20, “For there is not a just man on earth who does good, Ga 3:22, “But the Scripture has confined all under sin, that the promise by faith in Jesus Christ might be given to those who believe.”, The reality that Jesus forgives Christians for their sins does not excuse justification for sin.  Some of us have the audacity to assume that sins of the tongue are not that important to God.Â, The more a teacher teaches, the more he will stumble.  The more we attempt for Christ, the more likely we will fail.  The more we say, the more we open ourselves to criticism.  It takes courage and independence from people to teach and lead.Â, Your email address will not be published. James 3:11 Parallel Verses [⇓ See commentary ⇓] James 3:11, NIV: "Can both fresh water and salt water flow from the same spring?" James 3:2, ESV: "For we all stumble in many ways. To “offend” means to stumble over something, and fall, and in this sense we get the exact meaning of “offending” by an unguarded allusion to a subject painful in the mind of another. "Peter Pett's Commentary on the Bible ". If anyone does not stumble in what he says, he is a perfect man, able to bridle the whole body as well. If any man offend not in word, the same is a perfect man, and able also to bridle the whole body. Calvin's Dedication. James 3:2. "If any one sins not in word" (ABUV). Our tongues are powerful within and without. Your email address will not be published. He can control his tongue because he can control himself. In word—In performance of his assumption to be a teacher in the synagogue. Might we also say that teachers will have a harder judgment because of our position? Not everybody who grows old, grows up; there is a vast difference between age and maturity 2. For in many things we offend all. "Whedon's Commentary on the Bible". ‘There is one that slippeth in his speech, but not from his heart; and who is he that hath not offended with his tongue?’ (Sir_19:16). The person who speaks much is going to err in his or her speech much because the tongue is the hardest member of the body to control. The same thing is true of a ship’s rudder. Each commentary is quite succinct so you don’t end up reading more information than necessary. Oed. Barclay notes, "James is not for a moment saying that silence is better than speech. Whereas once, commentators routinely dismissed James’s hortatory rhetoric as a miscellaneous hodgepodge of … If any stumbleth not in word, the same is a perfect man, able to bridle the whole body also.". The Argument. And because he has full control of his body and its emotions and desires, he will not, after preaching, be drawn into acting contrary to how he has preached, for his life is well controlled by the reins of God. What he is pleading for is the control of the tongue….Abstention from anything is never a complete substitute for control in the use of it. Commentaires Bibliques et La Bible Louis Segond (Bible Commentary in French) Aussi je vous recommande "Concordance Biblique" - vous trouver dans mes applications. Perfect man—He has become in mind and spirit what he doubtless has in body—a completely grown, filled out, and proportioned man. Read Introduction to James For we all stumble in many things. If any man offend not in word, the same [is] a perfect man, [and] able also to bridle the whole body. "Stanley Derickson - Notes on Selected Books". BibliographyWhedon, Daniel. He is not pleading for a Trappist life, where speech is forbidden. College Press, Joplin, MO. "If anyone does not stumble in what he says"-Note, James isn"t saying, "If anyone does not stumble", rather, he is talking about a specific area, i.e., "in what he says". So, these Christians no longer had the day-to-day contact with theirleaders. BibliographyEllicott, Charles John. The importance of our language is the subject in several verses. There are many areas in which teachers can sin. Even the meekness of Moses was violated by a rash word: ‘he spake unadvisedly with his lips’ (Psalms 106:33). . James goes on to state that if one does not stumble by his use of words, then he is a perfect man. Or he may be indicating that such ‘perfect’ and mature teachers, who are mature in the faith, are rare, and it is they who should be sought for and appointed, for they will have control of both their tongues and their lives. If a man does not offend (or stumble) with the improper use of his tongue he will prove to be a perfect or complete Prayer of Manasseh , controlling even his body. About This Book. Chapter 5. The respect in which he is τέλειος is defined by the following clause δυνατὸς—σῶμα. Otherwise being a teacher will bring him into grater condemnation. BibliographyPett, Peter. For—In explanation of the greater condemnation. Schaff's Popular Commentary on the New Testament. What we say, unless we are being hypocrites, is what we do. https:https://www.studylight.org/commentaries/dun/james-3.html. To report dead links, typos, or html errors or suggestions about making these resources more useful use our convenient, Offend not in word, the same is a perfect man -, 3. 3) That this teacher never lets his tongue run away with him, or becomes unnecessarily angry or sarcastic or hurtful when he is preaching (compare James 1:19) because he has a tight control on himself. Used by Permission. But the *apostles and leaders of the church did notgo. Look also at ships: although they are so large and are driven by fierce winds, they are turned by a very small rudder wherever the pilot desires. . Condemn them publicly as a heretic? … If anyone does not stumble in what he says, he is a perfect man, able to bridle the whole body as well.". | Powered by WordPress, James turns from the significance of works in chapter two to the magnitude of, The significance of the word “for” shows that, James includes himself in the word “all.”  The idea is, James not only admits to tripping in a few things but in “many things.”  The word “many” modifies “stumble.”  We stumble over many things.  This shows the, 1 Jn 1:7-10, “But if we walk in the light as He is in the light, we have fellowship with one another, and the blood of Jesus Christ His Son, Ga 3:22, “But the Scripture has confined. Mouth and behaviour tend to go in tandem. Nevertheless, Scripture does speak of a level of maturity that is attainable and is expected of each believer (Philippians 3:15; Hebrews 5:12; 2 Peter 1:5-11)" (p. 116). Chapter 4. See what John says in 1 John 1:8-10. I rather think that this is exactly the point James was making to his readers. Since all can make mistakes, all should be suspect. "In many ways"-"in a number of things" (Bas). BibliographyHaydock, George Leo. See how great a forest a little fire kindles! If any man offend not in word, the same is a perfect man.—If any man: much more one who fain would teach his fellows. He is not pleading for a Trappist life, where speech is forbidden. BibliographyNicol, W. Robertson, M.A., L.L.D. No man can go through life without making a mistake in word, and no man is perfect. "Commentary on James 3:2". "Commentary on James 3:2". He wrote to encourage them to live asChristians should, i… 1896. We all make mistakes and a teacher is not above one now and then as well. This failure James describes with the verb stumble (ptaio, used before in 2:10). This included James himself. Fulfilling a great responsibility (Hebrews 5:12); using your talents (Matthew 25:1-46), following in the footsteps of Jesus (Luke 19:10; 1 Corinthians 11:1). To be able to bridle the tongue is an argument of some growth and happy progress in grace (, John Gill's Exposition of the Whole Bible, Commentary Critical and Explanatory on the Whole Bible, William Godbey's Commentary on the New Testament, Robertson's Word Pictures in the New Testament, Greek Testament Critical Exegetical Commentary, “considering thyself, lest thou also be tempted.”, Expository Notes with Practical Observations on the New Testament, Heinrich Meyer's Critical and Exegetical Commentary on the New Testament, Johann Albrecht Bengel's Gnomon of the New Testament, Matthew Poole's English Annotations on the Holy Bible, Justin Edwards' Family Bible New Testament, Cambridge Greek Testament for Schools and Colleges, ἄνθρωπος οὐκ ἔστι δίκαιος ἐν τῇ γῇ ὄς ποιήσει ἀγαθὸν καὶ οὐχ ἁμαρτήσεται, "Although not all sins laid to the account of one person are necessarily the same as those shared by others, all persons have at least one sin in common, namely, the sin of the tongue. No Christian is completely without sin! Even so the tongue is a little member and boasts great things. Copyright StatementCopyright 2008. https:https://www.studylight.org/commentaries/hcc/james-3.html. Biblical Commentary (Bible Study) James 3:1-12 EXEGESIS: THE CONTEXT: James seems to be moving in a very different direction after his discourse on works, which concluded, "faith apart from works is dead" (2:14-26). A man’s character is known by his words: ‘Out of the abundance of the heart the mouth speaketh’ (Matthew 12:34): even as the nature of a fountain is known by the quality of the stream which issues from it. KJV: For in many things we offend all. Suggest the proper answer as a possibility? In addition, since all Christians sin, those who become teachers (a task which has its own pitfalls and temptations), must be individuals who take upon themselves that task from the noblest of motives. Forerunner Commentary Jamieson, Fausset, and Brown John Wesley's Notes Matthew Henry People's Commentary (NT) Robertson's Word Pictures (NT) Scofield: Definitions: Interlinear: Library: Topical Studies: X-References : Commentaries: Forerunner Commentary What is the Forerunner Commentary? My brethren, do not hold the faith of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Lord of glory, with partiality. all: a strong expression in the Greek; ‘we, all without exception.’. Understanding The Book Of James. Chapter 3 The apostle here reproves ambition, and an arrogant magisterial tongue; and shows the duty and advantage of bridling it because of its power to do mischief. 2 We all stumble in many ways. Kent notes, "Anyone who can master the use of his tongue, so as not to fall into sin through angry words, misrepresentation, or falsehood, shows himself to be a mature man….In the spiritual life there is always room for further growth, and no one in this life reaches a state of sinlessness. in many things: to be taken generally—‘in many particulars:’ not to be restricted to the offences of the tongue; the restriction follows in the latter part of the verse. 1952. Here he employs some of the fiercest language in the book. James 3 - Anyone for Teaching? James turns from the significance of works in chapter two to the magnitude of words in chapter three. 2012. "Commentary on James 3:2". He never panders to people’s tastes because ‘his body’ (he himself) wants popularity or praise. In what he says. As the Scriptures remind us, "None is righteous, no not one -- for all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God" (Romans 3:10; Romans 3:23). BibliographySchaff, Philip. Compare Matthew 5:22 and note. https:https://www.studylight.org/commentaries/egt/james-3.html. A large number of the Christians had left *Jerusalem and had goneto live in other countries. Guiding others to God (Acts 8:31). I have used this week's verse many times in counseling and to remind myself the tongue can … 1879-90. by Grant Richison | Oct 4, 2000 | James | 0 comments. a. If we do have too many of such professed teachers we will ofiend all or all (of us) will offend or stumble. (2) For in many things we offend all.—Better thus, For in many things we all offend: not, what might be inferred, “we are an offence to all,” as Matthew 24:9; 1 Corinthians 4:13, et al. James 3:11, KJV: "Doth a fountain send forth at the same place sweet water and bitter?" 1859. Bullinger's Companion bible Notes". Sirach 19:16, τίς οὐχ ἥμαρτεν ἐν τῇ γλώσσῃ αὐτοῦ;— τέλειος: see note on James 1:4.— ἀνήρ: see note on James 1:12.— χαλιναγωγῆσαι: see note on James 1:26.— καὶ ὅλον τὸ σῶμα: it is quite possible that these words are meant literally; the exaggerated gesticulation of an Oriental in the excitement of debate is proverbial; that the reference here is to even more than this is also quite within the bounds of possibility, cf. My Big Fat Mouth. The Argument. 1897-1910. Anyone who is never at fault in what they say is perfect, able to keep their whole body in check." The fact is that men’s tongues reveal their sinfulness and that is why none can teach without stumbling, for all men are sinful. James 3:2. by Grant Richison | Oct 4, 2000 | James | 0 comments. 3. https:https://www.studylight.org/commentaries/ice/james-3.html. To c the twelve tribes in d the Dispersion:. Able also to bridle the whole body.—Not that if the tongue be stilled all the members of the body are consequently in peace; but, because the work of ruling the one rebel is so great, that a much less corresponding effort will keep the others in subjection. This is a good text to show that we should beware of any man"s teaching. https:https://www.studylight.org/commentaries/ebc/james-3.html. We can set the wrong example, our motivation can we selfish (1 Corinthians 13:1-4), we can exaggerate, needlessly offend, gossip and so on. BibliographyTorrey, R. A. I discovered that I could keep my mouth shut but my heart was whining and complaining. The true meaning is, that in many things we all stumble; that is, make intellectual and moral mistakes and blunders; which is true enough of the wisest and holiest of us. God's judgment is perfectly fair. For χαλιναγωγῆσαι, see James 1:26. 2) That this Teacher always practises what he preaches. Anyone who is never at fault in what they say is perfect, able to keep their whole body in check. Offendimus, Greek: ptaiomen, we stumble, rather than fall. The Expositor's Greek Testament. Every age of the world, and every condition of life, private or public, affords examples of this. We can needlessly turn people off from the truth by an arrogant presentation. Chapter 3. "Expository Notes of Dr. Thomas Constable". Condemn them in your mind - behind their back? "Commentary on James 3:2". Titus 1:11). "George Haydock's Catholic Bible Commentary". Taming the Tongue. Required fields are marked *, Notify me of followup comments via e-mail, Designed by Elegant Themes James wrote to help them. James 3:2 For in many things we offend all. Practical Instructions For Your Daily Life Journey. 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The Leader in You. A person's words reflect his character and thus are a key to his whole being. We desperately need Christians who are dedicated to a wise and controlled use of the tongue. "we all stumble in many ways"-"We" includes all teachers, but also probably meant to include all Christians. James 3:2 For in many things we offend all. All rights reserved. For: the reason assigned for the second clause of the last verse. "able to bridle the whole body as well"-"bridle"-"hold in check, restrain" (Thayer p. 664). Chapter 5. "Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers". James's call for good works, therefore, must not be seen as expecting perfection. The Greek word is cognate with the Greek word to fall, and they are finely distinguished by St. Paul, Romans 11:11, where he says that Israel has not stumbled that they should fall. We can make a large horse turn around and go wherever we want by means of a small bit in its mouth. James 3:2 Parallel Verses [⇓ See commentary ⇓] James 3:2, NIV: "We all stumble in many ways. That the tongue is such a clear manifestation of how the person will behave as a whole, that the ability to control the tongue indicates that such a person will be able to control their whole body. 3 When we put bits into the mouths of horses to make them obey us, we can turn the whole animal. For: the reason assigned for the second clause of the last verse. James 2:26 : James 3:2 >> James 3:1. All of us. The very human weakness of Peter, and Paul, and James, endears them to us; for so we know assuredly that they were “men of like passions” with ourselves (Acts 14:15), and, where they succeeded, we, by the like grace of God, may also win the crown. The tongue is placed among our members as a world of iniquity; it stains the whole body, sets on fire the cycle of nature, and is itself set on fire by hell. 27; ἄνθρωπος οὐκ ἔστι δίκαιος ἐν τῇ γῇ ὄς ποιήσει ἀγαθὸν καὶ οὐχ ἁμαρτήσεται, Ecclesiastes 7:20. https:https://www.studylight.org/commentaries/cgt/james-3.html. Go to. No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system or transmitted in any form by any means, electronic, mechanical, photocopy, recording or otherwise without the prior permission of the author, except as provided by U.S.A. copyright laws. And the tongue is a fire, a world of iniquity. "Thus the person who knows how to keep his speech under control reveals that he has sufficient maturity to control his other activities also" (Kent p. 116). 1. James follows up his practical guidance about listening (see James 1:19–21) with similar advice about speaking. James 3:11, ESV: "Does a spring pour forth from the same opening both fresh and salt water?" BibliographyDunagan, Mark. Indeed, we put bits in horses’ mouths that they may obey us, and we turn their whole body. DRB: For in many things we all offend. See James 2:10. Chapter 1. ἄνδρα δʼ οὐδένʼ οἶδʼ ἐγὼ | δίκαιον ὅστις ἐξ ἃπαντος εὖ λέγει. Digging Deeper James 3:2-5 with commentary The tongue. Before we move on, let"s remember the advantages of being a teacher: Great personal growth, the teacher always learns more than the student. If anyone does not stumble in word, he is a perfect man, able also to bridle the whole body. 4). "Commentary on James 3:2". BibliographyConstable, Thomas. 1 a James, a servant 1 of God and b of the Lord Jesus Christ,. We can also apply this to everyday life, since the tongue demonstrates the inner man. Bibliography"Commentary on James 3:2". He is a kind of paragon. The Epistle Of James Introduction To The Epistle INTRODUCTION 1. And, therefore, our apostle cautions us to avoid setting up for too much. 2. The affairs of mankind are thrown into confusion by the tongues of men. This Sunday’s passage involves one of the more peculiar passages in the New Testament. If any man offend not in word, the same is a perfect man, and able also to bridle the whole body. And non-inspired teachers are clearly not infallible. 1905. Yet spiritual maturity requires a tamed tongue (cf. That is why the Bereans were commended for their searching of the Word daily to check up on the preaching they were getting. For we all stumble in many things. … "Commentary on James 3:2". E.M. Zerr's Commentary on Selected Books of the New Testament. Even inspired teachers could set the wrong example or fail to live up to what they were teaching (Galatians 2:11-13). If any man offend not in word, the same is a perfect man, and able also to bridle the whole body. James is thinking of the ranting and raving which certain Jews did in arguing matters of religion, as well as teaching false things. James Audio Bible With Music And Commentary. 5. James uses two analogies here to make the point that the tongue is small, but mighty: the bit and the rudder. James; Principle #8; James 3:1-12; Sinful Anger: To keep our words from becoming destructive, we must be able to control what we say. James 3:2. Commentary on First John. Confront them privately? If anyone does not stumble in word, he is a perfect man, able also to bridle the whole body. "Mark Dunagan Commentaries on the Bible". "Commentary on James 3:2". For the use of οὐ after εἰ, see note James 2:11. τέλειος, see note James 1:4. For. Draper notes, "If we err once a day, that amounts to 20,000 times in fifty years" (p. 97). in many things: to be taken generally—‘in many particulars:’ not to be restricted to the offences of the tongue; the restriction follows in the latter part of the verse. 2 e Count it all joy, my brothers, 2 when you meet trials f of various kinds, 3 for you know that g the testing of your faith h produces steadfastness. We offend— Literally, we stumble. Greetings.. Acknowledging the gifts of God "Commentary on James 3:2". And he can do this because he is able to control it with an iron grip and never let it get out of hand. But that shouldn’t distract preachers from the clear, strong, timely emphasis on the importance of considering the effects of what we say. They are exhorted not to be many masters, James 3:1.And to bridle the tongue, which is often an instrument of much evil, James 3:2-12.The character and fruits of true and false wisdom, James … Do feel free to make copies for friends that might be interested as long as you do not make profit from the copies. We can be careless in our examination of certain subjects and create more confusion than understanding. 3. https:https://www.studylight.org/commentaries/znt/james-3.html. Being silent isn't always the solution. Testing of Your Faith. 2 We all stumble in many ways. By ‘a perfect man,’ here and elsewhere in Scripture, is not meant a man who is absolutely free from sin, but one who is comparatively perfect. "Commentary on James 3:2". Table of Contents. The word perfect means, in a ethical and moral sense, mature, full grown, a well-rounded person (Matthew 5:48; James 1:4). Commentaries on the Catholic Epistles by John Calvin, 1509-1564. If any man offend not in word, the same is a perfect man. 1871-8. Control over the tongue implies perfect control over the whole body. Commentary on James. James 3:2. πταίομεν: see note above on this word James 2:10.— εἴ τις ἐν λογῳ οὐ πταίει: Cf. However, James's predominant emphasis in the passage is more negative: warning that judgment is real and that we all stumble, intending that we should humbly repent of … What he is pleading for is the control of the tongue….Abstention from anything is never a complete substitute for control in the use of it. James For Busy Professionals. ‘If any stumbles not in word, the same is a perfect man, able to bridle the whole body also.’. https:https://www.studylight.org/commentaries/pet/james-3.html. "There is not a righteous man on earth who does good and never sins," (Ecclesiastes 7:20). Tests And Triumphs Of Faith: James. Taking up the thought of stumbling he now points out that if any Teacher never stumbles in what he says, or how he says it, then he is indeed a perfect man, and able to bridle the whole body, exercising total self control. 3 When we put bits into the mouths of horses to make them obey us, we can turn the whole animal. We must ever remember to distinguish between what the inspired penmen wrote under the direction of the Holy Spirit and their own personal and individual activity as a Christian. If anyone is never at fault in what he says, he is a perfect man, able to keep his whole body in check. And James is not pleading for a cowardly silence, but for a wise use of speech", Commentary Critical and Explanatory on the Whole Bible - Unabridged, Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers, E.M. Zerr's Commentary on Selected Books of the New Testament, Commentary Critical and Explanatory - Unabridged, Kretzmann's Popular Commentary of the Bible, Lange's Commentary on the Holy Scriptures. The word suggests the illustration which follows. "Commentary Critical and Explanatory on the Whole Bible - Unabridged". https:https://www.studylight.org/commentaries/sdn/james-3.html. The American Standard Version translates "in many things we offend all" as "We all stumble" "For in many things we all stumble. Chapter 3. Commentary on James 3:1-12 View Bible Text . One way or another then James is declaring that the way a man speaks and the way that he behaves go hand in hand, and that one who would teach must first ensure that he has control of himself, with of course the help of God. Barnes's James 3:2 Bible Commentary For in many things we offend all - We all offend. And certainly a man, whose words are inoffensive, may have his imperfections, but, compared with those who have little command over their tongues, who give an unbridled licence to their speech, he is a perfect man. Control of his tongue results in control of the whole body. Woods makes a good point when he says: "The fact that James includes himself among those who trip in this manner is no reflection on the inspiration which guarded his writings from all error. The result is problems -- problems in personal lives, in homes, and in churches... a. "The Bible Study New Testament". The great task of saving others (1 Timothy 4:16) of continuing the work of spreading the gospel (2 Timothy 2:2). We often tend to downplay the seriousness of evil speech. ; Fausset, A. R.; Brown, David. No one has been able to master it yet except Jesus Christ. James 2 – A Living Faith in the Life of the Church A. Partiality and discrimination in the family of God. Go to the pastor and tell him? Being able to bridle the whole body may thus be saying: 1) That the Teacher who is true to the word ensures that his body does not interfere with his message. Nor is such learning an individual enterprise; the author’s “we” (James 3:1, 2) suggests it represents the collective sense of the broad community of tradition gained from examination of the world. "For we all stumble in many ways. Douglas J. Moo, in his commentary on James, writes about the background of the epistle: “The epistle of James has had a controversial history.Along with 1 and 2 Peter, 1, 2 and 3 John, and Jude, it belongs to that category of New Testament epistles called ‘general’ or ‘catholic’ (in the sense of ‘universal’) (See catholic epistles). Carefully note that God"s measuring stick for spiritual maturity INCLUDES the use of our tongues. 10 If we say that we have not sinned, we make Him a liar, and His word is not in us.”, Ecc 7:20, “For there is not a just man on earth who does good, Ga 3:22, “But the Scripture has confined all under sin, that the promise by faith in Jesus Christ might be given to those who believe.”, The reality that Jesus forgives Christians for their sins does not excuse justification for sin.  Some of us have the audacity to assume that sins of the tongue are not that important to God.Â, The more a teacher teaches, the more he will stumble.  The more we attempt for Christ, the more likely we will fail.  The more we say, the more we open ourselves to criticism.  It takes courage and independence from people to teach and lead.Â, Your email address will not be published. James 3:11 Parallel Verses [⇓ See commentary ⇓] James 3:11, NIV: "Can both fresh water and salt water flow from the same spring?" James 3:2, ESV: "For we all stumble in many ways. To “offend” means to stumble over something, and fall, and in this sense we get the exact meaning of “offending” by an unguarded allusion to a subject painful in the mind of another. "Peter Pett's Commentary on the Bible ". If anyone does not stumble in what he says, he is a perfect man, able to bridle the whole body as well. If any man offend not in word, the same is a perfect man, and able also to bridle the whole body. Calvin's Dedication. James 3:2. "If any one sins not in word" (ABUV). Our tongues are powerful within and without. Your email address will not be published. He can control his tongue because he can control himself. In word—In performance of his assumption to be a teacher in the synagogue. Might we also say that teachers will have a harder judgment because of our position? Not everybody who grows old, grows up; there is a vast difference between age and maturity 2. For in many things we offend all. "Whedon's Commentary on the Bible". ‘There is one that slippeth in his speech, but not from his heart; and who is he that hath not offended with his tongue?’ (Sir_19:16). The person who speaks much is going to err in his or her speech much because the tongue is the hardest member of the body to control. The same thing is true of a ship’s rudder. Each commentary is quite succinct so you don’t end up reading more information than necessary. Oed. Barclay notes, "James is not for a moment saying that silence is better than speech. Whereas once, commentators routinely dismissed James’s hortatory rhetoric as a miscellaneous hodgepodge of … If any stumbleth not in word, the same is a perfect man, able to bridle the whole body also.". The Argument. And because he has full control of his body and its emotions and desires, he will not, after preaching, be drawn into acting contrary to how he has preached, for his life is well controlled by the reins of God. What he is pleading for is the control of the tongue….Abstention from anything is never a complete substitute for control in the use of it. Commentaires Bibliques et La Bible Louis Segond (Bible Commentary in French) Aussi je vous recommande "Concordance Biblique" - vous trouver dans mes applications. Perfect man—He has become in mind and spirit what he doubtless has in body—a completely grown, filled out, and proportioned man. Read Introduction to James For we all stumble in many things. If any man offend not in word, the same [is] a perfect man, [and] able also to bridle the whole body. "Stanley Derickson - Notes on Selected Books". BibliographyWhedon, Daniel. He is not pleading for a Trappist life, where speech is forbidden. College Press, Joplin, MO. "If anyone does not stumble in what he says"-Note, James isn"t saying, "If anyone does not stumble", rather, he is talking about a specific area, i.e., "in what he says". So, these Christians no longer had the day-to-day contact with theirleaders. BibliographyEllicott, Charles John. The importance of our language is the subject in several verses. There are many areas in which teachers can sin. Even the meekness of Moses was violated by a rash word: ‘he spake unadvisedly with his lips’ (Psalms 106:33). . James goes on to state that if one does not stumble by his use of words, then he is a perfect man. Or he may be indicating that such ‘perfect’ and mature teachers, who are mature in the faith, are rare, and it is they who should be sought for and appointed, for they will have control of both their tongues and their lives. If a man does not offend (or stumble) with the improper use of his tongue he will prove to be a perfect or complete Prayer of Manasseh , controlling even his body. About This Book. Chapter 5. The respect in which he is τέλειος is defined by the following clause δυνατὸς—σῶμα. Otherwise being a teacher will bring him into grater condemnation. BibliographyPett, Peter. For—In explanation of the greater condemnation. Schaff's Popular Commentary on the New Testament. What we say, unless we are being hypocrites, is what we do. https:https://www.studylight.org/commentaries/dun/james-3.html. To report dead links, typos, or html errors or suggestions about making these resources more useful use our convenient, Offend not in word, the same is a perfect man -, 3. 3) That this teacher never lets his tongue run away with him, or becomes unnecessarily angry or sarcastic or hurtful when he is preaching (compare James 1:19) because he has a tight control on himself. Used by Permission. But the *apostles and leaders of the church did notgo. Look also at ships: although they are so large and are driven by fierce winds, they are turned by a very small rudder wherever the pilot desires. . Condemn them publicly as a heretic? … If anyone does not stumble in what he says, he is a perfect man, able to bridle the whole body as well.". | Powered by WordPress, James turns from the significance of works in chapter two to the magnitude of, The significance of the word “for” shows that, James includes himself in the word “all.”  The idea is, James not only admits to tripping in a few things but in “many things.”  The word “many” modifies “stumble.”  We stumble over many things.  This shows the, 1 Jn 1:7-10, “But if we walk in the light as He is in the light, we have fellowship with one another, and the blood of Jesus Christ His Son, Ga 3:22, “But the Scripture has confined. Mouth and behaviour tend to go in tandem. Nevertheless, Scripture does speak of a level of maturity that is attainable and is expected of each believer (Philippians 3:15; Hebrews 5:12; 2 Peter 1:5-11)" (p. 116). Chapter 4. See what John says in 1 John 1:8-10. I rather think that this is exactly the point James was making to his readers. Since all can make mistakes, all should be suspect. "In many ways"-"in a number of things" (Bas). BibliographyHaydock, George Leo. See how great a forest a little fire kindles! If any man offend not in word, the same is a perfect man.—If any man: much more one who fain would teach his fellows. He is not pleading for a Trappist life, where speech is forbidden. BibliographyNicol, W. Robertson, M.A., L.L.D. No man can go through life without making a mistake in word, and no man is perfect. "Commentary on James 3:2". "Commentary on James 3:2". He wrote to encourage them to live asChristians should, i… 1896. We all make mistakes and a teacher is not above one now and then as well. This failure James describes with the verb stumble (ptaio, used before in 2:10). This included James himself. Fulfilling a great responsibility (Hebrews 5:12); using your talents (Matthew 25:1-46), following in the footsteps of Jesus (Luke 19:10; 1 Corinthians 11:1). To be able to bridle the tongue is an argument of some growth and happy progress in grace (, John Gill's Exposition of the Whole Bible, Commentary Critical and Explanatory on the Whole Bible, William Godbey's Commentary on the New Testament, Robertson's Word Pictures in the New Testament, Greek Testament Critical Exegetical Commentary, “considering thyself, lest thou also be tempted.”, Expository Notes with Practical Observations on the New Testament, Heinrich Meyer's Critical and Exegetical Commentary on the New Testament, Johann Albrecht Bengel's Gnomon of the New Testament, Matthew Poole's English Annotations on the Holy Bible, Justin Edwards' Family Bible New Testament, Cambridge Greek Testament for Schools and Colleges, ἄνθρωπος οὐκ ἔστι δίκαιος ἐν τῇ γῇ ὄς ποιήσει ἀγαθὸν καὶ οὐχ ἁμαρτήσεται, "Although not all sins laid to the account of one person are necessarily the same as those shared by others, all persons have at least one sin in common, namely, the sin of the tongue. No Christian is completely without sin! Even so the tongue is a little member and boasts great things. Copyright StatementCopyright 2008. https:https://www.studylight.org/commentaries/hcc/james-3.html. Biblical Commentary (Bible Study) James 3:1-12 EXEGESIS: THE CONTEXT: James seems to be moving in a very different direction after his discourse on works, which concluded, "faith apart from works is dead" (2:14-26). A man’s character is known by his words: ‘Out of the abundance of the heart the mouth speaketh’ (Matthew 12:34): even as the nature of a fountain is known by the quality of the stream which issues from it. KJV: For in many things we offend all. Suggest the proper answer as a possibility? In addition, since all Christians sin, those who become teachers (a task which has its own pitfalls and temptations), must be individuals who take upon themselves that task from the noblest of motives. Forerunner Commentary Jamieson, Fausset, and Brown John Wesley's Notes Matthew Henry People's Commentary (NT) Robertson's Word Pictures (NT) Scofield: Definitions: Interlinear: Library: Topical Studies: X-References : Commentaries: Forerunner Commentary What is the Forerunner Commentary? My brethren, do not hold the faith of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Lord of glory, with partiality. all: a strong expression in the Greek; ‘we, all without exception.’. Understanding The Book Of James. Chapter 3 The apostle here reproves ambition, and an arrogant magisterial tongue; and shows the duty and advantage of bridling it because of its power to do mischief. 2 We all stumble in many ways. Kent notes, "Anyone who can master the use of his tongue, so as not to fall into sin through angry words, misrepresentation, or falsehood, shows himself to be a mature man….In the spiritual life there is always room for further growth, and no one in this life reaches a state of sinlessness. in many things: to be taken generally—‘in many particulars:’ not to be restricted to the offences of the tongue; the restriction follows in the latter part of the verse. 1952. Here he employs some of the fiercest language in the book. James 3 - Anyone for Teaching? James turns from the significance of works in chapter two to the magnitude of words in chapter three. 2012. "Commentary on James 3:2". He never panders to people’s tastes because ‘his body’ (he himself) wants popularity or praise. In what he says. As the Scriptures remind us, "None is righteous, no not one -- for all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God" (Romans 3:10; Romans 3:23). BibliographySchaff, Philip. Compare Matthew 5:22 and note. https:https://www.studylight.org/commentaries/egt/james-3.html. A large number of the Christians had left *Jerusalem and had goneto live in other countries. Guiding others to God (Acts 8:31). I have used this week's verse many times in counseling and to remind myself the tongue can … 1879-90. by Grant Richison | Oct 4, 2000 | James | 0 comments. a. If we do have too many of such professed teachers we will ofiend all or all (of us) will offend or stumble. (2) For in many things we offend all.—Better thus, For in many things we all offend: not, what might be inferred, “we are an offence to all,” as Matthew 24:9; 1 Corinthians 4:13, et al. James 3:11, KJV: "Doth a fountain send forth at the same place sweet water and bitter?" 1859. Bullinger's Companion bible Notes". Sirach 19:16, τίς οὐχ ἥμαρτεν ἐν τῇ γλώσσῃ αὐτοῦ;— τέλειος: see note on James 1:4.— ἀνήρ: see note on James 1:12.— χαλιναγωγῆσαι: see note on James 1:26.— καὶ ὅλον τὸ σῶμα: it is quite possible that these words are meant literally; the exaggerated gesticulation of an Oriental in the excitement of debate is proverbial; that the reference here is to even more than this is also quite within the bounds of possibility, cf. My Big Fat Mouth. The Argument. 1897-1910. Anyone who is never at fault in what they say is perfect, able to keep their whole body in check." The fact is that men’s tongues reveal their sinfulness and that is why none can teach without stumbling, for all men are sinful. James 3:2. by Grant Richison | Oct 4, 2000 | James | 0 comments. 3. https:https://www.studylight.org/commentaries/ice/james-3.html. To c the twelve tribes in d the Dispersion:. Able also to bridle the whole body.—Not that if the tongue be stilled all the members of the body are consequently in peace; but, because the work of ruling the one rebel is so great, that a much less corresponding effort will keep the others in subjection. This is a good text to show that we should beware of any man"s teaching. https:https://www.studylight.org/commentaries/ebc/james-3.html. We can set the wrong example, our motivation can we selfish (1 Corinthians 13:1-4), we can exaggerate, needlessly offend, gossip and so on. BibliographyTorrey, R. A. I discovered that I could keep my mouth shut but my heart was whining and complaining. The true meaning is, that in many things we all stumble; that is, make intellectual and moral mistakes and blunders; which is true enough of the wisest and holiest of us. God's judgment is perfectly fair. For χαλιναγωγῆσαι, see James 1:26. 2) That this Teacher always practises what he preaches. Anyone who is never at fault in what they say is perfect, able to keep their whole body in check. Offendimus, Greek: ptaiomen, we stumble, rather than fall. The Expositor's Greek Testament. Every age of the world, and every condition of life, private or public, affords examples of this. We can needlessly turn people off from the truth by an arrogant presentation. Chapter 3. "Expository Notes of Dr. Thomas Constable". Condemn them in your mind - behind their back? "Commentary on James 3:2". Titus 1:11). "George Haydock's Catholic Bible Commentary". Taming the Tongue. Required fields are marked *, Notify me of followup comments via e-mail, Designed by Elegant Themes James wrote to help them. James 3:2 For in many things we offend all. Practical Instructions For Your Daily Life Journey. 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