James 1:26 uses the same 'bridle the tongue' metaphor, connecting religious practice to speech control.

Psalm 32:9 uses the same horse‑and‑bridle analogy to illustrate the need for restraint, reinforcing James's point.

Psalm 39:1 pictures muzzling the mouth — same imagery as a bit in a horse's mouth to control speech.

2 Kings 19:28 uses a bridle in the lips to describe God's control over Sennacherib, similar to the bit controlling a horse.

Isaiah 37:29 uses the same 'bit in the mouth' image for God controlling a king — parallel to James' horse bit metaphor.