1 Follow after love; yet desire earnestly spiritual gifts, but rather that ye may prophesy.Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- Follow after G1377 (διώκω) — compare the base of and ); to pursue (literally or
figuratively); by implication, to persecute
- charity G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- charity G26 (ἀγάπη) — love, i.e. affection or benevolence; specially (plural) a
love-feast
- and G1161 (δέ) — but, and,
etc.
- desire G2206 (ζηλόω) — to have warmth of feeling for or against
- spiritual G4152 (πνευματικός) — non-carnal, i.e. (humanly) ethereal (as opposed to gross),
or (dæmoniacally) a spirit (concretely), or (divinely) supernatural,
regenerate, religious
- but G1161 (δέ) — but, and,
etc.
- rather G3123 (μᾶλλον) — (adverbially) more (in
a greater degree) or rather
- that G2443 (ἵνα) — in order that (denoting the purpose
or the result)
- ye may prophesy G4395 (προφητεύω) — to foretell events, divine, speak under inspiration,
exercise the prophetic office
2 For he that speaketh in a tongue speaketh not unto men, but unto God; for no man understandeth; but in the spirit he speaketh mysteries.Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- For G1063 (γάρ) — properly, assigning a reason (used in argument,
explanation or intensification; often with other particles)
- he that G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- speaketh G2980 (λαλέω) — to talk, i.e. utter
words
- in an G1100 (γλῶσσα) — the tongue; by implication, a language
(specially, one naturally unacquired)
- tongue G1100 (γλῶσσα) — the tongue; by implication, a language
(specially, one naturally unacquired)
- not G3756 (οὐ) — the absolute negative (compare ) adverb; no or
not
- unto men G444 (ἄνθρωπος) — man-faced, i.e. a human
being
- but G235 (ἀλλά) — properly, other things, i.e. (adverbially)
contrariwise (in many relations)
- unto God G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- unto God G2316 (θεός) — a deity, especially (with ) the supreme
Divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; by Hebraism, very
- no G3762 (οὐδείς) — not even one (man, woman or thing), i.e. none,
nobody, nothing
- man understandeth G191 (ἀκούω) — to hear (in various senses)
- howbeit G1161 (δέ) — but, and,
etc.
- in the spirit G4151 (πνεῦμα) — a current of air, i.e. breath (blast) or a breeze; by
analogy or figuratively, a spirit, i.e. (human) the rational soul, (by
implication) vital principle, men…
- he speaketh G2980 (λαλέω) — to talk, i.e. utter
words
- mysteries G3466 (μυστήριον) — a secret or "mystery"
(through the idea of silence imposed by initiation into religious
rites)
3 But he that prophesieth speaketh unto men edification, and exhortation, and consolation.Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- But G1161 (δέ) — but, and,
etc.
- he that G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- prophesieth G4395 (προφητεύω) — to foretell events, divine, speak under inspiration,
exercise the prophetic office
- speaketh G2980 (λαλέω) — to talk, i.e. utter
words
- unto men G444 (ἄνθρωπος) — man-faced, i.e. a human
being
- edification G3619 (οἰκοδομή) — architecture, i.e. (concretely) a structure; figuratively,
confirmation
- and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in
connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
- exhortation G3874 (παράκλησις) — imploration, hortation, solace
- comfort G3889 (παραμυθία) — consolation (properly, abstract)
4 He that speaketh in a tongue edifieth himself; but he that prophesieth edifieth the church.Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- He that G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- speaketh G2980 (λαλέω) — to talk, i.e. utter
words
- in an G1100 (γλῶσσα) — the tongue; by implication, a language
(specially, one naturally unacquired)
- tongue G1100 (γλῶσσα) — the tongue; by implication, a language
(specially, one naturally unacquired)
- edifieth G3618 (οἰκοδομέω) — to be a house-builder, i.e. construct or
(figuratively) confirm
- himself G1438 (ἑαυτοῦ) — him- (her-, it-, them-, also
(in conjunction with the personal pronoun of the other persons) my-,
thy-, our-, your-) self (selves), etc.
- but G1161 (δέ) — but, and,
etc.
- prophesieth G4395 (προφητεύω) — to foretell events, divine, speak under inspiration,
exercise the prophetic office
- the Assembly G1577 (ἐκκλησία) — a calling out, i.e.
(concretely) a popular meeting, especially a religious congregation
(Jewish synagogue, or Christian community of members on earth or
sain…
5 Now I would have you all speak with tongues, but rather that ye should prophesy: and greater is he that prophesieth than he that speaketh with tongues, except he interpret, that the church may receive edifying.Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- G1161 (δέ) — but, and,
etc.
- I would G2309 (θέλω) — to determine
(as an active option from subjective impulse; whereas properly
denotes rather a passive acquiescence in objective considerations),
i.e. choose…
- that ye G4771 (σύ) — thou
- all G3956 (πᾶς) — all,
any, every, the whole
- spake G2980 (λαλέω) — to talk, i.e. utter
words
- with tongues G1100 (γλῶσσα) — the tongue; by implication, a language
(specially, one naturally unacquired)
- but G1161 (δέ) — but, and,
etc.
- even more G3123 (μᾶλλον) — (adverbially) more (in
a greater degree) or rather
- that G2443 (ἵνα) — in order that (denoting the purpose
or the result)
- ye prophesied G4395 (προφητεύω) — to foretell events, divine, speak under inspiration,
exercise the prophetic office
- for G1063 (γάρ) — properly, assigning a reason (used in argument,
explanation or intensification; often with other particles)
- greater G3173 (μέγας) — big (literally or
figuratively, in a very wide application)
- he that G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- prophesieth G4395 (προφητεύω) — to foretell events, divine, speak under inspiration,
exercise the prophetic office
- than G2228 (ἤ) — disjunctive, or; comparative, than
- speaketh G2980 (λαλέω) — to talk, i.e. utter
words
- except G1622 (ἐκτός) — the exterior; figuratively (as a preposition) aside from,
besides
- G1487 (εἰ) — if, whether, that,
etc.
- G3361 (μή) — (adverb) not, (conjunction) lest; also (as an
interrogative implying a negative answer (whereas expects an
affirmative one)) whether
- he interpret G1329 (διερμηνεύω) — to explain thoroughly, by implication, to
translate
- the Assembly G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- the Assembly G1577 (ἐκκλησία) — a calling out, i.e.
(concretely) a popular meeting, especially a religious congregation
(Jewish synagogue, or Christian community of members on earth or
sain…
- may receive G2983 (λαμβάνω) — while
is more violent, to seize or remove))
- edifying G3619 (οἰκοδομή) — architecture, i.e. (concretely) a structure; figuratively,
confirmation
6 But now, brethren, if I come unto you speaking with tongues, what shall I profit you, unless I speak to you either by way of revelation, or of knowledge, or of prophesying, or of teaching?Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- G1161 (δέ) — but, and,
etc.
- Now G3570 (νυνί) — just now
- brethren G80 (ἀδελφός) — a brother
(literally or figuratively) near or remote (much like )
- if G1437 (ἐάν) — a conditional particle; in case that, provided,
etc.; often used in connection with other particles to denote
indefiniteness or uncertainty
- I come G2064 (ἔρχομαι) — to come or go (in a great variety of applications, literally and
figuratively)
- unto G4314 (πρός) — a preposition of direction; forward to,
i.e. toward (with the genitive case, the side of, i.e. pertaining to;
with the dative case, by the side of, i.e. near…
- you G4771 (σύ) — thou
- speaking G2980 (λαλέω) — to talk, i.e. utter
words
- with tongues G1100 (γλῶσσα) — the tongue; by implication, a language
(specially, one naturally unacquired)
- what G5101 (τίς) — an interrogative pronoun, who, which or
what (in direct or indirect questions)
- shall I profit G5623 (ὠφελέω) — to be useful, i.e. to benefit
- except G1437 (ἐάν) — a conditional particle; in case that, provided,
etc.; often used in connection with other particles to denote
indefiniteness or uncertainty
- G3361 (μή) — (adverb) not, (conjunction) lest; also (as an
interrogative implying a negative answer (whereas expects an
affirmative one)) whether
- I shall speak G2980 (λαλέω) — to talk, i.e. utter
words
- to you G4771 (σύ) — thou
- either G2228 (ἤ) — disjunctive, or; comparative, than
- by G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
- revelation G602 (ἀποκάλυψις) — disclosure
- or G2228 (ἤ) — disjunctive, or; comparative, than
- knowledge G1108 (γνῶσις) — knowing (the act), i.e. (by implication)
knowledge
- prophesying G4394 (προφητεία) — prediction (scriptural or other)
- doctrine G1322 (διδαχή) — instruction (the act or the matter)
7 Even things without life, giving a voice, whether pipe or harp, if they give not a distinction in the sounds, how shall it be known what is piped or harped?Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- And even G3676 (ὅμως) — at the same time, i.e. (conjunctionally)
notwithstanding, yet still
- things G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- without life G895 (ἄψυχος) — lifeless, i.e. inanimate
(mechanical)
- giving G1325 (δίδωμι) — to give (used in a very wide application,
properly, or by implication, literally or figuratively; greatly
modified by the connection)
- sound G5456 (φωνή) — a tone
(articulate, bestial or artificial); by implication, an address (for
any purpose), saying or language
- whether G1535 (εἴτε) — if too
- pipe G836 (αὐλός) — a flute (as blown)
- or G1535 (εἴτε) — if too
- harp G2788 (κιθάρα) — a lyre
- except G1437 (ἐάν) — a conditional particle; in case that, provided,
etc.; often used in connection with other particles to denote
indefiniteness or uncertainty
- they give G1325 (δίδωμι) — to give (used in a very wide application,
properly, or by implication, literally or figuratively; greatly
modified by the connection)
- G3361 (μή) — (adverb) not, (conjunction) lest; also (as an
interrogative implying a negative answer (whereas expects an
affirmative one)) whether
- a distinction G1293 (διαστολή) — a variation
- in the sounds G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- in the sounds G5353 (φθόγγος) — utterance, i.e. a musical note (vocal or
instrumental)
- how G4459 (πῶς) — an interrogative particle of manner; in
what way? (sometimes the question is indirect, how?); also as
exclamation, how much!
- shall it be known G1097 (γινώσκω) — to "know" (absolutely) in a great
variety of applications and with many implications (as follow, with
others not thus clearly expressed)
- what G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- is piped G832 (αὐλέω) — to play the flute
- or G2228 (ἤ) — disjunctive, or; comparative, than
- harped G2789 (κιθαρίζω) — to play on a lyre
8 For if the trumpet give an uncertain voice, who shall prepare himself for war?Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- For G1063 (γάρ) — properly, assigning a reason (used in argument,
explanation or intensification; often with other particles)
- G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in
connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
- if G1437 (ἐάν) — a conditional particle; in case that, provided,
etc.; often used in connection with other particles to denote
indefiniteness or uncertainty
- the trumpet G4536 (σάλπιγξ) — a
trumpet
- give G1325 (δίδωμι) — to give (used in a very wide application,
properly, or by implication, literally or figuratively; greatly
modified by the connection)
- an uncertain G82 (ἄδηλος) — hidden, figuratively,
indistinct
- sound G5456 (φωνή) — a tone
(articulate, bestial or artificial); by implication, an address (for
any purpose), saying or language
- who G5101 (τίς) — an interrogative pronoun, who, which or
what (in direct or indirect questions)
- shall prepare himself G3903 (παρασκευάζω) — to furnish aside, i.e. get
ready
- to G1519 (εἰς) — to or into (indicating the point reached or
entered), of place, time, or (figuratively) purpose (result, etc.);
also in adverbial phrases
- the battle G4171 (πόλεμος) — warfare (literally or figuratively; a single
encounter or a series)
9 So also ye, unless ye utter by the tongue speech easy to be understood, how shall it be known what is spoken? for ye will be speaking into the air.Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- So G3779 (οὕτω) — in this way (referring to what precedes or
follows)
- likewise G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in
connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
- ye G4771 (σύ) — thou
- except G1437 (ἐάν) — a conditional particle; in case that, provided,
etc.; often used in connection with other particles to denote
indefiniteness or uncertainty
- G3361 (μή) — (adverb) not, (conjunction) lest; also (as an
interrogative implying a negative answer (whereas expects an
affirmative one)) whether
- ye utter G1325 (δίδωμι) — to give (used in a very wide application,
properly, or by implication, literally or figuratively; greatly
modified by the connection)
- by G1223 (διά) — through (in very
wide applications, local, causal, or occasional)
- the tongue G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- the tongue G1100 (γλῶσσα) — the tongue; by implication, a language
(specially, one naturally unacquired)
- words G3056 (λόγος) — something said (including the thought); by implication, a
topic (subject of discourse), also reasoning (the mental faculty) or
motive; by extension, a computa…
- easy G2154 (εὔσημος) — well indicated, i.e. (figuratively)
significant
- to be G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)
- understood G2154 (εὔσημος) — well indicated, i.e. (figuratively)
significant
- how G4459 (πῶς) — an interrogative particle of manner; in
what way? (sometimes the question is indirect, how?); also as
exclamation, how much!
- shall it be known G1097 (γινώσκω) — to "know" (absolutely) in a great
variety of applications and with many implications (as follow, with
others not thus clearly expressed)
- what G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- is spoken G2980 (λαλέω) — to talk, i.e. utter
words
- for G1063 (γάρ) — properly, assigning a reason (used in argument,
explanation or intensification; often with other particles)
- ye shall speak G2980 (λαλέω) — to talk, i.e. utter
words
- into G1519 (εἰς) — to or into (indicating the point reached or
entered), of place, time, or (figuratively) purpose (result, etc.);
also in adverbial phrases
- the air G109 (ἀήρ) — "air" (as naturally circumambient)
10 There are, it may be, so many kinds of voices in the world, and no kind is without signification.Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- There are G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)
- it may G1487 (εἰ) — if, whether, that,
etc.
- be G5177 (τυγχάνω) — akin to the base of through the idea of effecting;
properly, to affect; or (specially), to hit or light upon (as a mark
to be reached), i.e. (transitively) t…
- so many G5118 (τοσοῦτος) — apparently from and ) and
(including its variations); so vast as this, i.e. such (in quantity,
amount, number of space)
- kinds G1085 (γένος) — "kin" (abstract or concrete, literal or figurative,
individual or collective)
- of voices G5456 (φωνή) — a tone
(articulate, bestial or artificial); by implication, an address (for
any purpose), saying or language
- in G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
- the world G2889 (κόσμος) — orderly arrangement, i.e. decoration;
by implication, the world (in a wide or narrow sense, including its
inhabitants, literally or figuratively (morally))
- and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in
connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
- none G3762 (οὐδείς) — not even one (man, woman or thing), i.e. none,
nobody, nothing
- of them G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used
(alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the
proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
- without signification G880 (ἄφωνος) — voiceless, i.e. mute (by
nature or choice); figuratively, unmeaning
11 If then I know not the meaning of the voice, I shall be to him that speaketh a barbarian, and he that speaketh will be a barbarian unto me.Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- Therefore G3767 (οὖν) — (adverbially) certainly, or
(conjunctionally) accordingly
- if G1437 (ἐάν) — a conditional particle; in case that, provided,
etc.; often used in connection with other particles to denote
indefiniteness or uncertainty
- I know G1492 (εἴδω) — used only in certain past tenses, the others being
borrowed from the equivalent and ; properly, to see
(literally or figuratively); by implication, (in the p…
- not G3361 (μή) — (adverb) not, (conjunction) lest; also (as an
interrogative implying a negative answer (whereas expects an
affirmative one)) whether
- the meaning G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- the meaning G1411 (δύναμις) — force (literally or figuratively); specially, miraculous
power (usually by implication, a miracle itself)
- of the voice G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- of the voice G5456 (φωνή) — a tone
(articulate, bestial or artificial); by implication, an address (for
any purpose), saying or language
- I shall be G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)
- unto him G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- that speaketh G2980 (λαλέω) — to talk, i.e. utter
words
- a barbarian G915 (βάρβαρος) — a foreigner (i.e.
non-Greek)
- and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in
connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
- he G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- unto G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
- me G1473 (ἐγώ)
12 So also ye, since ye are zealous of spiritual gifts, seek that ye may abound unto the edifying of the church.Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- Even G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in
connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
- so G3779 (οὕτω) — in this way (referring to what precedes or
follows)
- ye G4771 (σύ) — thou
- forasmuch as G1893 (ἐπεί) — thereupon, i.e. since (of time or
cause)
- ye are G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)
- zealous G2207 (ζηλωτής) — a "zealot"
- of spiritual G4151 (πνεῦμα) — a current of air, i.e. breath (blast) or a breeze; by
analogy or figuratively, a spirit, i.e. (human) the rational soul, (by
implication) vital principle, men…
- seek G2212 (ζητέω) — to seek (literally or figuratively); specially,
(by Hebraism) to worship (God), or (in a bad sense) to plot (against
life)
- that G2443 (ἵνα) — in order that (denoting the purpose
or the result)
- ye may excel G4052 (περισσεύω) — to superabound (in quantity or quality), be in excess, be
superfluous; also (transitively) to cause to superabound or
excel
- to G4314 (πρός) — a preposition of direction; forward to,
i.e. toward (with the genitive case, the side of, i.e. pertaining to;
with the dative case, by the side of, i.e. near…
- the edifying G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- the edifying G3619 (οἰκοδομή) — architecture, i.e. (concretely) a structure; figuratively,
confirmation
- of the Assembly G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- of the Assembly G1577 (ἐκκλησία) — a calling out, i.e.
(concretely) a popular meeting, especially a religious congregation
(Jewish synagogue, or Christian community of members on earth or
sain…
13 Wherefore let him that speaketh in a tongue pray that he may interpret.Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- Wherefore G1355 (διόπερ) — on which very account
- let him G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- that speaketh G2980 (λαλέω) — to talk, i.e. utter
words
- in an G1100 (γλῶσσα) — the tongue; by implication, a language
(specially, one naturally unacquired)
- tongue G1100 (γλῶσσα) — the tongue; by implication, a language
(specially, one naturally unacquired)
- pray G4336 (προσεύχομαι) — to pray to God, i.e. supplicate, worship
- that G2443 (ἵνα) — in order that (denoting the purpose
or the result)
- he may interpret G1329 (διερμηνεύω) — to explain thoroughly, by implication, to
translate
14 For if I pray in a tongue, my spirit prayeth, but my understanding is unfruitful.Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- For G1063 (γάρ) — properly, assigning a reason (used in argument,
explanation or intensification; often with other particles)
- if G1437 (ἐάν) — a conditional particle; in case that, provided,
etc.; often used in connection with other particles to denote
indefiniteness or uncertainty
- I pray G4336 (προσεύχομαι) — to pray to God, i.e. supplicate, worship
- in an G1100 (γλῶσσα) — the tongue; by implication, a language
(specially, one naturally unacquired)
- tongue G1100 (γλῶσσα) — the tongue; by implication, a language
(specially, one naturally unacquired)
- my G1473 (ἐγώ)
- spirit G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- spirit G4151 (πνεῦμα) — a current of air, i.e. breath (blast) or a breeze; by
analogy or figuratively, a spirit, i.e. (human) the rational soul, (by
implication) vital principle, men…
- prayeth G4336 (προσεύχομαι) — to pray to God, i.e. supplicate, worship
- but G1161 (δέ) — but, and,
etc.
- understanding G3563 (νοῦς) — the intellect, i.e. mind (divine or
human; in thought, feeling, or will); by implication, meaning
- is G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)
- unfruitful G175 (ἄκαρπος) — barren (literally or
figuratively)
15 What is it then? I will pray with the spirit, and I will pray with the understanding also: I will sing with the spirit, and I will sing with the understanding also.Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- What G5101 (τίς) — an interrogative pronoun, who, which or
what (in direct or indirect questions)
- is it G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)
- then G3767 (οὖν) — (adverbially) certainly, or
(conjunctionally) accordingly
- I will pray G4336 (προσεύχομαι) — to pray to God, i.e. supplicate, worship
- with the spirit G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- with the spirit G4151 (πνεῦμα) — a current of air, i.e. breath (blast) or a breeze; by
analogy or figuratively, a spirit, i.e. (human) the rational soul, (by
implication) vital principle, men…
- and G1161 (δέ) — but, and,
etc.
- with the understanding G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- with the understanding G3563 (νοῦς) — the intellect, i.e. mind (divine or
human; in thought, feeling, or will); by implication, meaning
- also G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in
connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
- I will sing G5567 (ψάλλω) — to twitch or twang, i.e. to play on a stringed instrument
(celebrate the divine worship with music and accompanying odes)
16 Else if thou bless with the spirit, how shall he that filleth the place of the unlearned say the Amen at thy giving of thanks, seeing he knoweth not what thou sayest?Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- Else G1893 (ἐπεί) — thereupon, i.e. since (of time or
cause)
- when G1437 (ἐάν) — a conditional particle; in case that, provided,
etc.; often used in connection with other particles to denote
indefiniteness or uncertainty
- thou shalt bless G2127 (εὐλογέω) — to speak well of, i.e. (religiously)
to bless (thank or invoke a benediction upon, prosper)
- with the spirit G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- with the spirit G4151 (πνεῦμα) — a current of air, i.e. breath (blast) or a breeze; by
analogy or figuratively, a spirit, i.e. (human) the rational soul, (by
implication) vital principle, men…
- how G4459 (πῶς) — an interrogative particle of manner; in
what way? (sometimes the question is indirect, how?); also as
exclamation, how much!
- shall G378 (ἀναπληρόω) — to complete; by implication, to occupy, supply;
figuratively, to accomplish (by coincidence ot obedience)
- he that G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- occupieth G378 (ἀναπληρόω) — to complete; by implication, to occupy, supply;
figuratively, to accomplish (by coincidence ot obedience)
- the room G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- the room G5117 (τόπος) — a spot (generally in space, but limited by
occupancy; whereas is a large but particular locality), i.e.
location (as a position, home, tract, etc.); figurati…
- of the unlearned G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- of the unlearned G2399 (ἰδιώτης) — a private person, i.e. (by implication) an ignoramus
(compare "idiot")
- say G2046 (ἐρέω) — an alternate for in certain
tenses; to utter, i.e. speak or say
- Amen G281 (ἀμήν) — properly, firm, i.e. (figuratively)
trustworthy; adverbially, surely (often as interjection, so be
it)
- at G1909 (ἐπί) — properly, meaning superimposition (of time,
place, order, etc.), as a relation of distribution (with the genitive
case), i.e. over, upon, etc.; of rest (with…
- thy G4674 (σός) — thine
- giving of thanks G2169 (εὐχαριστία) — gratitude; actively, grateful language (to God, as an act
of worship)
- seeing G1894 (ἐπειδή) — since now, i.e. (of time) when, or (of cause)
whereas
- he understandeth G1492 (εἴδω) — used only in certain past tenses, the others being
borrowed from the equivalent and ; properly, to see
(literally or figuratively); by implication, (in the p…
- not G3756 (οὐ) — the absolute negative (compare ) adverb; no or
not
- what G5101 (τίς) — an interrogative pronoun, who, which or
what (in direct or indirect questions)
- thou sayest G3004 (λέγω) — properly, to "lay" forth, i.e. (figuratively) relate
(in words (usually of systematic or set discourse; whereas and
generally refer to an individual express…
17 For thou verily givest thanks well, but the other is not edified.Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- For G1063 (γάρ) — properly, assigning a reason (used in argument,
explanation or intensification; often with other particles)
- thou G4771 (σύ) — thou
- verily G3303 (μέν) — properly, indicative of affirmation or concession
(in fact); usually followed by a contrasted clause with (this
one, the former, etc.)
- givest thanks G2168 (εὐχαριστέω) — to be grateful, i.e. (actively) to express gratitude
(towards); specially, to say grace at a meal
- well G2573 (καλῶς) — well (usually morally)
- but G235 (ἀλλά) — properly, other things, i.e. (adverbially)
contrariwise (in many relations)
- the other G2087 (ἕτερος) — (an-, the) other or different
- is G3618 (οἰκοδομέω) — to be a house-builder, i.e. construct or
(figuratively) confirm
- not G3756 (οὐ) — the absolute negative (compare ) adverb; no or
not
- edified G3618 (οἰκοδομέω) — to be a house-builder, i.e. construct or
(figuratively) confirm
18 I thank God, I speak with tongues more than you all:Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- I thank G2168 (εὐχαριστέω) — to be grateful, i.e. (actively) to express gratitude
(towards); specially, to say grace at a meal
- my G1473 (ἐγώ)
- God G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- God G2316 (θεός) — a deity, especially (with ) the supreme
Divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; by Hebraism, very
- I speak G2980 (λαλέω) — to talk, i.e. utter
words
- with tongues G1100 (γλῶσσα) — the tongue; by implication, a language
(specially, one naturally unacquired)
- more than G3123 (μᾶλλον) — (adverbially) more (in
a greater degree) or rather
- ye G4771 (σύ) — thou
- all G3956 (πᾶς) — all,
any, every, the whole
19 howbeit in the church I had rather speak five words with my understanding, that I might instruct others also, than ten thousand words in a tongue.Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- Yet G235 (ἀλλά) — properly, other things, i.e. (adverbially)
contrariwise (in many relations)
- in G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
- the Assembly G1577 (ἐκκλησία) — a calling out, i.e.
(concretely) a popular meeting, especially a religious congregation
(Jewish synagogue, or Christian community of members on earth or
sain…
- I had rather G2309 (θέλω) — to determine
(as an active option from subjective impulse; whereas properly
denotes rather a passive acquiescence in objective considerations),
i.e. choose…
- speak G2980 (λαλέω) — to talk, i.e. utter
words
- five G4002 (πέντε) — "five"
- words G3056 (λόγος) — something said (including the thought); by implication, a
topic (subject of discourse), also reasoning (the mental faculty) or
motive; by extension, a computa…
- with G1223 (διά) — through (in very
wide applications, local, causal, or occasional)
- my G1473 (ἐγώ)
- understanding G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- understanding G3563 (νοῦς) — the intellect, i.e. mind (divine or
human; in thought, feeling, or will); by implication, meaning
- that G2443 (ἵνα) — in order that (denoting the purpose
or the result)
- I might teach G2727 (κατηχέω) — to sound down into the ears, i.e. (by implication)
to indoctrinate ("catechize") or (genitive case) to apprise
of
- others G243 (ἄλλος) — "else," i.e. different (in many applications)
- also G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in
connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
- than G2228 (ἤ) — disjunctive, or; comparative, than
- ten thousand G3463 (μύριοι) — ten thousand; by extension, innumerably many
- an G1100 (γλῶσσα) — the tongue; by implication, a language
(specially, one naturally unacquired)
- tongue G1100 (γλῶσσα) — the tongue; by implication, a language
(specially, one naturally unacquired)
20 Brethren, be not children in mind: yet in malice be ye babes, but in mind be men.Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- Brethren G80 (ἀδελφός) — a brother
(literally or figuratively) near or remote (much like )
- be G1096 (γίνομαι) — to cause to be
("gen"-erate), i.e. (reflexively) to become (come into being), used
with great latitude (literal, figurative, intensive, etc.)
- not G3361 (μή) — (adverb) not, (conjunction) lest; also (as an
interrogative implying a negative answer (whereas expects an
affirmative one)) whether
- children G3813 (παιδίον) — a childling (of either sex), i.e.
(properly), an infant, or (by extension) a half-grown boy or girl;
figuratively, an immature Christian
- in understanding G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- in understanding G5424 (φρήν) — the midrif (as a partition of the body), i.e. (figuratively and by
implication, of sympathy) the feelings (or sensitive nature; by
extension (also in the plur…
- howbeit G235 (ἀλλά) — properly, other things, i.e. (adverbially)
contrariwise (in many relations)
- in malice G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- in malice G2549 (κακία) — badness, i.e. (subjectively) depravity, or (actively)
malignity, or (passively) trouble
- be ye children G3515 (νηπιάζω) — to act as a babe, i.e. (figuratively) innocently
- but G1161 (δέ) — but, and,
etc.
- men G5046 (τέλειος) — complete (in various applications of labor, growth, mental
and moral character, etc.); neuter (as noun, with )
completeness
21 In the law it is written, By men of strange tongues and by the lips of strangers will I speak unto this people; and not even thus will they hear me, saith the Lord.Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- In G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
- the law G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- the law G3551 (νόμος) — law (through the idea of prescriptive usage), genitive case
(regulation), specially, (of Moses (including the volume); also of the
Gospel), or figuratively (a…
- it is written G1125 (γράφω) — to "grave", especially to write; figuratively, to
describe
- G3754 (ὅτι) — demonstrative, that (sometimes
redundant); causative, because
- With G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
- other tongues G2084 (ἑτερόγλωσσος) — other- tongued, i.e. a foreigner
- and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in
connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
- G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
- other G2087 (ἕτερος) — (an-, the) other or different
- lips G5491 (χεῖλος) — a lip (as a pouring place);
figuratively, a margin (of water)
- will I speak G2980 (λαλέω) — to talk, i.e. utter
words
- unto this G3778 (οὗτος) — the he (she or it), i.e. this or that
(often with article repeated)
- people G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- people G2992 (λαός) — a people (in general; thus differing from
, which denotes one's own populace)
- yet for all that G3779 (οὕτω) — in this way (referring to what precedes or
follows)
- will they G1522 (εἰσακούω) — to listen to
- not G3761 (οὐδέ) — not however, i.e. neither, nor, not even
- hear G1522 (εἰσακούω) — to listen to
- me G1473 (ἐγώ)
- saith G3004 (λέγω) — properly, to "lay" forth, i.e. (figuratively) relate
(in words (usually of systematic or set discourse; whereas and
generally refer to an individual express…
- the Lord G2962 (κύριος) — supreme in authority, i.e. (as noun)
controller; by implication, Master (as a respectful title)
22 Wherefore tongues are for a sign, not to them that believe, but to the unbelieving: but prophesying is for a sign, not to the unbelieving, but to them that believe.Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- Wherefore G5620 (ὥστε) — so too, i.e. thus therefore (in various relations
of consecution, as follow)
- tongues G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- tongues G1100 (γλῶσσα) — the tongue; by implication, a language
(specially, one naturally unacquired)
- are G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)
- for G1519 (εἰς) — to or into (indicating the point reached or
entered), of place, time, or (figuratively) purpose (result, etc.);
also in adverbial phrases
- a sign G4592 (σημεῖον) — an indication,
especially ceremonially or supernaturally
- not G3756 (οὐ) — the absolute negative (compare ) adverb; no or
not
- to them G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- that believe G4100 (πιστεύω) — to have faith (in, upon, or with respect to, a person or
thing), i.e. credit; by implication, to entrust (especially one's
spiritual well-being to Christ)
- but G235 (ἀλλά) — properly, other things, i.e. (adverbially)
contrariwise (in many relations)
- that believe not G571 (ἄπιστος) — (actively) disbelieving,
i.e. without Christian faith (specially, a heathen); (passively)
untrustworthy (person), or incredible (thing)
- but G1161 (δέ) — but, and,
etc.
- prophesying G4394 (προφητεία) — prediction (scriptural or other)
- for them G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- which believe G4100 (πιστεύω) — to have faith (in, upon, or with respect to, a person or
thing), i.e. credit; by implication, to entrust (especially one's
spiritual well-being to Christ)
23 If therefore the whole church be assembled together and all speak with tongues, and there come in men unlearned or unbelieving, will they not say that ye are mad?Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- If G1437 (ἐάν) — a conditional particle; in case that, provided,
etc.; often used in connection with other particles to denote
indefiniteness or uncertainty
- therefore G3767 (οὖν) — (adverbially) certainly, or
(conjunctionally) accordingly
- the whole G3650 (ὅλος) — "whole" or "all", i.e. complete (in extent, amount,
time or degree), especially (neuter) as noun or adverb
- Assembly G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- Assembly G1577 (ἐκκλησία) — a calling out, i.e.
(concretely) a popular meeting, especially a religious congregation
(Jewish synagogue, or Christian community of members on earth or
sain…
- be come together G4905 (συνέρχομαι) — to convene, depart in company with, associate
with, or (specially), cohabit (conjugally)
- into G1909 (ἐπί) — properly, meaning superimposition (of time,
place, order, etc.), as a relation of distribution (with the genitive
case), i.e. over, upon, etc.; of rest (with…
- one place G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used
(alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the
proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
- and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in
connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
- all G3956 (πᾶς) — all,
any, every, the whole
- speak G2980 (λαλέω) — to talk, i.e. utter
words
- with tongues G1100 (γλῶσσα) — the tongue; by implication, a language
(specially, one naturally unacquired)
- and G1161 (δέ) — but, and,
etc.
- there come in G1525 (εἰσέρχομαι) — to enter (literally or figuratively)
- unlearned G2399 (ἰδιώτης) — a private person, i.e. (by implication) an ignoramus
(compare "idiot")
- or G2228 (ἤ) — disjunctive, or; comparative, than
- unbelievers G571 (ἄπιστος) — (actively) disbelieving,
i.e. without Christian faith (specially, a heathen); (passively)
untrustworthy (person), or incredible (thing)
- will they G2046 (ἐρέω) — an alternate for in certain
tenses; to utter, i.e. speak or say
- not G3756 (οὐ) — the absolute negative (compare ) adverb; no or
not
- say G2046 (ἐρέω) — an alternate for in certain
tenses; to utter, i.e. speak or say
- that G3754 (ὅτι) — demonstrative, that (sometimes
redundant); causative, because
- ye are mad G3105 (μαίνομαι) — through the idea of
insensate craving); to rave as a "maniac"
24 But if all prophesy, and there come in one unbelieving or unlearned, he is reproved by all, he is judged by all;Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- But G1161 (δέ) — but, and,
etc.
- if G1437 (ἐάν) — a conditional particle; in case that, provided,
etc.; often used in connection with other particles to denote
indefiniteness or uncertainty
- all G3956 (πᾶς) — all,
any, every, the whole
- prophesy G4395 (προφητεύω) — to foretell events, divine, speak under inspiration,
exercise the prophetic office
- and G1161 (δέ) — but, and,
etc.
- there come in G1525 (εἰσέρχομαι) — to enter (literally or figuratively)
- one G5100 (τὶς) — some or any person or object
- that believeth not G571 (ἄπιστος) — (actively) disbelieving,
i.e. without Christian faith (specially, a heathen); (passively)
untrustworthy (person), or incredible (thing)
- or G2228 (ἤ) — disjunctive, or; comparative, than
- unlearned G2399 (ἰδιώτης) — a private person, i.e. (by implication) an ignoramus
(compare "idiot")
- he is convinced G1651 (ἐλέγχω) — to confute, admonish
- of G5259 (ὑπό) — under, i.e. (with the genitive case) of place
(beneath), or with verbs (the agency or means, through); (with the
accusative case) of place (whither (underneat…
- he is judged G350 (ἀνακρίνω) — properly, to scrutinize, i.e. (by implication)
investigate, interrogate, determine
25 the secrets of his heart are made manifest; and so he will fall down on his face and worship God, declaring that God is among you indeed.Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- And G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in
connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
- thus G3779 (οὕτω) — in this way (referring to what precedes or
follows)
- are G1096 (γίνομαι) — to cause to be
("gen"-erate), i.e. (reflexively) to become (come into being), used
with great latitude (literal, figurative, intensive, etc.)
- the secrets G2927 (κρυπτός) — concealed, i.e. private
- of his G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used
(alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the
proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
- heart G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- heart G2588 (καρδία) — the heart, i.e.
(figuratively) the thoughts or feelings (mind); also (by analogy) the
middle
- made G1096 (γίνομαι) — to cause to be
("gen"-erate), i.e. (reflexively) to become (come into being), used
with great latitude (literal, figurative, intensive, etc.)
- manifest G5318 (φανερός) — shining, i.e. apparent (literally or figuratively); neuter
(as adverb) publicly, externally
- so G3779 (οὕτω) — in this way (referring to what precedes or
follows)
- falling down G4098 (πίπτω) — to fall
(literally or figuratively)
- on G1909 (ἐπί) — properly, meaning superimposition (of time,
place, order, etc.), as a relation of distribution (with the genitive
case), i.e. over, upon, etc.; of rest (with…
- face G4383 (πρόσωπον) — the front (as being towards
view), i.e. the countenance, aspect, appearance, surface; by
implication, presence, person
- he will worship G4352 (προσκυνέω) — to fawn or crouch to, i.e. (literally
or figuratively) prostrate oneself in homage (do reverence to,
adore)
- God G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- God G2316 (θεός) — a deity, especially (with ) the supreme
Divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; by Hebraism, very
- and report G518 (ἀπαγγέλλω) — to announce
- that G3754 (ὅτι) — demonstrative, that (sometimes
redundant); causative, because
- is G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)
- in G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
- you G4771 (σύ) — thou
- of a truth G3689 (ὄντως) — really
26 What is it then, brethren? When ye come together, each one hath a psalm, hath a teaching, hath a revelation, hath a tongue, hath an interpretation. Let all things be done unto edifying.Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- How G5101 (τίς) — an interrogative pronoun, who, which or
what (in direct or indirect questions)
- is it G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)
- then G3767 (οὖν) — (adverbially) certainly, or
(conjunctionally) accordingly
- brethren G80 (ἀδελφός) — a brother
(literally or figuratively) near or remote (much like )
- when G3752 (ὅταν) — whenever (implying hypothesis or more or less
uncertainty); also causatively (conjunctionally) inasmuch as
- ye come together G4905 (συνέρχομαι) — to convene, depart in company with, associate
with, or (specially), cohabit (conjugally)
- every one G1538 (ἕκαστος) — each or every
- of you G4771 (σύ) — thou
- hath G2192 (ἔχω) — to hold (used in very various applications, literally
or figuratively, direct or remote; such as possession; ability,
contiuity, relation, or condition)
- a psalm G5568 (ψαλμός) — a set piece of music, i.e. a sacred ode (accompanied with
the voice, harp or other instrument; a "psalm"); collectively, the
book of the Psalms
- a doctrine G1322 (διδαχή) — instruction (the act or the matter)
- a tongue G1100 (γλῶσσα) — the tongue; by implication, a language
(specially, one naturally unacquired)
- a revelation G602 (ἀποκάλυψις) — disclosure
- an interpretation G2058 (ἑρμηνεία) — translation
- Let G1096 (γίνομαι) — to cause to be
("gen"-erate), i.e. (reflexively) to become (come into being), used
with great latitude (literal, figurative, intensive, etc.)
- all things G3956 (πᾶς) — all,
any, every, the whole
- be done G1096 (γίνομαι) — to cause to be
("gen"-erate), i.e. (reflexively) to become (come into being), used
with great latitude (literal, figurative, intensive, etc.)
- unto G4314 (πρός) — a preposition of direction; forward to,
i.e. toward (with the genitive case, the side of, i.e. pertaining to;
with the dative case, by the side of, i.e. near…
- edifying G3619 (οἰκοδομή) — architecture, i.e. (concretely) a structure; figuratively,
confirmation
27 If any man speaketh in a tongue, let it be by two, or at the most three, and that in turn; and let one interpret:Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- If G1535 (εἴτε) — if too
- any man G5100 (τὶς) — some or any person or object
- speak G2980 (λαλέω) — to talk, i.e. utter
words
- in G2596 (κατά) — (prepositionally) down (in place or time), in
varied relations (according to the case (genitive, dative or
accusative) with which it is joined)
- an G1100 (γλῶσσα) — the tongue; by implication, a language
(specially, one naturally unacquired)
- tongue G1100 (γλῶσσα) — the tongue; by implication, a language
(specially, one naturally unacquired)
- by G303 (ἀνά) — properly, up; but (by extension)
used (distributively) severally, or (locally) at (etc.)
- two G1417 (δύο) — "two"
- or G2228 (ἤ) — disjunctive, or; comparative, than
- at the most G4118 (πλεῖστος) — the largest number or very large
- three G5140 (τρεῖς) — "three"
- and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in
connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
- by course G3313 (μέρος) — a division or share (literally or figuratively,
in a wide application)
- let G1329 (διερμηνεύω) — to explain thoroughly, by implication, to
translate
- one G1520 (εἷς) — one
- interpret G1329 (διερμηνεύω) — to explain thoroughly, by implication, to
translate
28 but if there be no interpreter, let him keep silence in the church; and let him speak to himself, and to God.Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- But G1161 (δέ) — but, and,
etc.
- if G1437 (ἐάν) — a conditional particle; in case that, provided,
etc.; often used in connection with other particles to denote
indefiniteness or uncertainty
- there be G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)
- no G3361 (μή) — (adverb) not, (conjunction) lest; also (as an
interrogative implying a negative answer (whereas expects an
affirmative one)) whether
- interpreter G1328 (διερμηνευτής) — an explainer
- let him keep silence G4601 (σιγάω) — to keep silent (transitively or intransitively)
- in G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
- the Assembly G1577 (ἐκκλησία) — a calling out, i.e.
(concretely) a popular meeting, especially a religious congregation
(Jewish synagogue, or Christian community of members on earth or
sain…
- and G1161 (δέ) — but, and,
etc.
- speak G2980 (λαλέω) — to talk, i.e. utter
words
- to himself G1438 (ἑαυτοῦ) — him- (her-, it-, them-, also
(in conjunction with the personal pronoun of the other persons) my-,
thy-, our-, your-) self (selves), etc.
- and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in
connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
- to God G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- to God G2316 (θεός) — a deity, especially (with ) the supreme
Divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; by Hebraism, very
29 And let the prophets speak by two or three, and let the others discern.Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- Let G1161 (δέ) — but, and,
etc.
- the prophets G4396 (προφήτης) — a foreteller ("prophet"); by
analogy, an inspired speaker; by extension, a poet
- speak G2980 (λαλέω) — to talk, i.e. utter
words
- two G1417 (δύο) — "two"
- or G2228 (ἤ) — disjunctive, or; comparative, than
- three G5140 (τρεῖς) — "three"
- and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in
connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
- let G1252 (διακρίνω) — to separate thoroughly, i.e. (literally and
reflexively) to withdraw from, or (by implication) oppose;
figuratively, to discriminate (by implication, decide),…
- the other G243 (ἄλλος) — "else," i.e. different (in many applications)
- judge G1252 (διακρίνω) — to separate thoroughly, i.e. (literally and
reflexively) to withdraw from, or (by implication) oppose;
figuratively, to discriminate (by implication, decide),…
30 But if a revelation be made to another sitting by, let the first keep silence.Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- G1161 (δέ) — but, and,
etc.
- If G1437 (ἐάν) — a conditional particle; in case that, provided,
etc.; often used in connection with other particles to denote
indefiniteness or uncertainty
- be revealed G601 (ἀποκαλύπτω) — to take off the cover, i.e. disclose
- another G243 (ἄλλος) — "else," i.e. different (in many applications)
- that sitteth by G2521 (κάθημαι) — and (to sit; akin to the base of ); to sit down;
figuratively, to remain, reside
- let G4601 (σιγάω) — to keep silent (transitively or intransitively)
- the first G4413 (πρῶτος) — foremost (in time, place, order or
importance)
- hold his peace G4601 (σιγάω) — to keep silent (transitively or intransitively)
31 For ye all can prophesy one by one, that all may learn, and all may be exhorted;Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- For G1063 (γάρ) — properly, assigning a reason (used in argument,
explanation or intensification; often with other particles)
- ye may G1410 (δύναμαι) — to be able or possible
- all G3956 (πᾶς) — all,
any, every, the whole
- prophesy G4395 (προφητεύω) — to foretell events, divine, speak under inspiration,
exercise the prophetic office
- one G1520 (εἷς) — one
- by G2596 (κατά) — (prepositionally) down (in place or time), in
varied relations (according to the case (genitive, dative or
accusative) with which it is joined)
- that G2443 (ἵνα) — in order that (denoting the purpose
or the result)
- may learn G3129 (μανθάνω) — to learn
(in any way)
- and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in
connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
- may be comforted G3870 (παρακαλέω) — to call near, i.e. invite, invoke (by imploration,
hortation or consolation)
32 and the spirits of the prophets are subject to the prophets;Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- And G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in
connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
- the spirits G4151 (πνεῦμα) — a current of air, i.e. breath (blast) or a breeze; by
analogy or figuratively, a spirit, i.e. (human) the rational soul, (by
implication) vital principle, men…
- of the prophets G4396 (προφήτης) — a foreteller ("prophet"); by
analogy, an inspired speaker; by extension, a poet
- are subject G5293 (ὑποτάσσω) — to subordinate; reflexively, to obey
- to the prophets G4396 (προφήτης) — a foreteller ("prophet"); by
analogy, an inspired speaker; by extension, a poet
33 for God is not a God of confusion, but of peace. As in all the churches of the saints,Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- For G1063 (γάρ) — properly, assigning a reason (used in argument,
explanation or intensification; often with other particles)
- God G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- God G2316 (θεός) — a deity, especially (with ) the supreme
Divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; by Hebraism, very
- is G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)
- not G3756 (οὐ) — the absolute negative (compare ) adverb; no or
not
- of confusion G181 (ἀκαταστασία) — instability, i.e. disorder
- but G235 (ἀλλά) — properly, other things, i.e. (adverbially)
contrariwise (in many relations)
- of peace G1515 (εἰρήνη) — peace (literally or
figuratively); by implication, prosperity
- as G5613 (ὡς) — which how, i.e. in that
manner (very variously used, as follows)
- in G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
- all G3956 (πᾶς) — all,
any, every, the whole
- Assemblies G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- Assemblies G1577 (ἐκκλησία) — a calling out, i.e.
(concretely) a popular meeting, especially a religious congregation
(Jewish synagogue, or Christian community of members on earth or
sain…
- of the saints G40 (ἅγιος) — sacred (physically,
pure, morally blameless or religious, ceremonially,
consecrated)
34 let the women keep silence in the churches: for it is not permitted unto them to speak; but let them be in subjection, as also saith the law.Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- Let your G4771 (σύ) — thou
- women G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- women G1135 (γυνή) — a woman; specially, a wife
- keep silence G4601 (σιγάω) — to keep silent (transitively or intransitively)
- in G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
- the Assemblies G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- the Assemblies G1577 (ἐκκλησία) — a calling out, i.e.
(concretely) a popular meeting, especially a religious congregation
(Jewish synagogue, or Christian community of members on earth or
sain…
- for G1063 (γάρ) — properly, assigning a reason (used in argument,
explanation or intensification; often with other particles)
- it is G2010 (ἐπιτρέπω) — to turn over (transfer), i.e.
allow
- not G3756 (οὐ) — the absolute negative (compare ) adverb; no or
not
- permitted G2010 (ἐπιτρέπω) — to turn over (transfer), i.e.
allow
- unto them G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used
(alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the
proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
- to speak G2980 (λαλέω) — to talk, i.e. utter
words
- but G235 (ἀλλά) — properly, other things, i.e. (adverbially)
contrariwise (in many relations)
- to be under obedience G5293 (ὑποτάσσω) — to subordinate; reflexively, to obey
- as G2531 (καθώς) — just (or inasmuch) as, that
- also G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in
connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
- saith G3004 (λέγω) — properly, to "lay" forth, i.e. (figuratively) relate
(in words (usually of systematic or set discourse; whereas and
generally refer to an individual express…
- the law G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- the law G3551 (νόμος) — law (through the idea of prescriptive usage), genitive case
(regulation), specially, (of Moses (including the volume); also of the
Gospel), or figuratively (a…
35 And if they would learn anything, let them ask their own husbands at home: for it is shameful for a woman to speak in the church.Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- And G1161 (δέ) — but, and,
etc.
- if G1487 (εἰ) — if, whether, that,
etc.
- they will G2309 (θέλω) — to determine
(as an active option from subjective impulse; whereas properly
denotes rather a passive acquiescence in objective considerations),
i.e. choose…
- learn G3129 (μανθάνω) — to learn
(in any way)
- any thing G5100 (τὶς) — some or any person or object
- let them ask G1905 (ἐπερωτάω) — to ask for, i.e. inquire, seek
- their G2398 (ἴδιος) — pertaining to self, i.e. one's own; by
implication, private or separate
- husbands G435 (ἀνήρ) — a man (properly as an individual
male)
- at G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
- home G3624 (οἶκος) — a dwelling (more or less extensive, literal or
figurative); by implication, a family (more or less related, literally
or figuratively)
- for G1063 (γάρ) — properly, assigning a reason (used in argument,
explanation or intensification; often with other particles)
- it is G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)
- a shame G150 (αἰσχρός) — shameful, i.e. base (specially, venal)
- for women G1135 (γυνή) — a woman; specially, a wife
- to speak G2980 (λαλέω) — to talk, i.e. utter
words
- in G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
- the Assembly G1577 (ἐκκλησία) — a calling out, i.e.
(concretely) a popular meeting, especially a religious congregation
(Jewish synagogue, or Christian community of members on earth or
sain…
36 What? was it from you that the word of God went forth? or came it unto you alone?Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- What G2228 (ἤ) — disjunctive, or; comparative, than
- came G1831 (ἐξέρχομαι) — to issue (literally or figuratively)
- the word G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- the word G3056 (λόγος) — something said (including the thought); by implication, a
topic (subject of discourse), also reasoning (the mental faculty) or
motive; by extension, a computa…
- of God G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- of God G2316 (θεός) — a deity, especially (with ) the supreme
Divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; by Hebraism, very
- out G1831 (ἐξέρχομαι) — to issue (literally or figuratively)
- from G575 (ἀπό) — "off," i.e. away (from something near), in various
senses (of place, time, or relation; literal or figurative)
- you G4771 (σύ) — thou
- or G2228 (ἤ) — disjunctive, or; comparative, than
- came it G2658 (καταντάω) — to meet against, i.e. arrive at
(literally or figuratively)
- unto G1519 (εἰς) — to or into (indicating the point reached or
entered), of place, time, or (figuratively) purpose (result, etc.);
also in adverbial phrases
- only G3441 (μόνος) — remaining, i.e. sole or single; by implication,
mere
37 If any man thinketh himself to be a prophet, or spiritual, let him take knowledge of the things which I write unto you, that they are the commandment of the Lord.Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- If G1487 (εἰ) — if, whether, that,
etc.
- any man G5100 (τὶς) — some or any person or object
- think himself G1380 (δοκέω) — compare the base of ) of the same
meaning; to think; by implication, to seem (truthfully or
uncertainly)
- to be G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)
- a prophet G4396 (προφήτης) — a foreteller ("prophet"); by
analogy, an inspired speaker; by extension, a poet
- or G2228 (ἤ) — disjunctive, or; comparative, than
- spiritual G4152 (πνευματικός) — non-carnal, i.e. (humanly) ethereal (as opposed to gross),
or (dæmoniacally) a spirit (concretely), or (divinely) supernatural,
regenerate, religious
- let him acknowledge G1921 (ἐπιγινώσκω) — to know upon some mark, i.e. recognize; by
implication, to become fully acquainted with, to acknowledge
- that the things G3739 (ὅς) — the
relatively (sometimes demonstrative) pronoun, who, which, what,
that
- that G3754 (ὅτι) — demonstrative, that (sometimes
redundant); causative, because
- I write G1125 (γράφω) — to "grave", especially to write; figuratively, to
describe
- unto you G4771 (σύ) — thou
- are G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)
- the commandments G1785 (ἐντολή) — injunction, i.e. an authoritative
prescription
- of the Lord G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- of the Lord G2962 (κύριος) — supreme in authority, i.e. (as noun)
controller; by implication, Master (as a respectful title)
38 But if any man is ignorant, let him be ignorant.Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- But G1161 (δέ) — but, and,
etc.
- if G1487 (εἰ) — if, whether, that,
etc.
- any man G5100 (τὶς) — some or any person or object
- be ignorant G50 (ἀγνοέω) — not to know (through lack of
information or intelligence); by implication, to ignore (through
disinclination)
- let him be ignorant G50 (ἀγνοέω) — not to know (through lack of
information or intelligence); by implication, to ignore (through
disinclination)
39 Wherefore, my brethren, desire earnestly to prophesy, and forbid not to speak with tongues.Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- Wherefore G5620 (ὥστε) — so too, i.e. thus therefore (in various relations
of consecution, as follow)
- brethren G80 (ἀδελφός) — a brother
(literally or figuratively) near or remote (much like )
- covet G2206 (ζηλόω) — to have warmth of feeling for or against
- to prophesy G4395 (προφητεύω) — to foretell events, divine, speak under inspiration,
exercise the prophetic office
- and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in
connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
- forbid G2967 (κωλύω) — to estop, i.e. prevent (by word or
act)
- not G3361 (μή) — (adverb) not, (conjunction) lest; also (as an
interrogative implying a negative answer (whereas expects an
affirmative one)) whether
- to speak G2980 (λαλέω) — to talk, i.e. utter
words
- with tongues G1100 (γλῶσσα) — the tongue; by implication, a language
(specially, one naturally unacquired)
40 But let all things be done decently and in order.Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- Let all things G3956 (πᾶς) — all,
any, every, the whole
- be done G1096 (γίνομαι) — to cause to be
("gen"-erate), i.e. (reflexively) to become (come into being), used
with great latitude (literal, figurative, intensive, etc.)
- decently G2156 (εὐσχημόνως) — decorously
- and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in
connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
- in G2596 (κατά) — (prepositionally) down (in place or time), in
varied relations (according to the case (genitive, dative or
accusative) with which it is joined)
- order G5010 (τάξις) — regular arrangement, i.e. (in time) fixed succession (of
rank or character), official dignity