1 Corinthians 14:4

He that speaketh in an unknown tongue edifieth himself; but he that prophesieth edifieth the church.

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Other Translations for 1 Corinthians 14:4

BSB
The one who speaks in a tongue edifies himself, but the one who prophesies edifies the church.
AKJV
He that speaks in an unknown tongue edifies himself; but he that prophesies edifies the church.
CPDV
Whoever speaks in tongues edifies himself. But whoever prophesies edifies the Church.
ERV
He that speaketh in a tongue edifieth himself; but he that prophesieth edifieth the church.
NHEB
He who speaks in another language edifies himself, but he who prophesies edifies the church.
SMT
And he speaking in a tongue builds himself; and he prophesying builds the church.

Commentary for 1 Corinthians 14:4

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry
Overview of 1 Corinthians 14:4
Summary
Unknown tongues benefit self; prophecy benefits community.
Event
Contrasting individual and communal benefit
Estimated Time Period
c. 53-54 AD
Category
Teaching