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1 Corinthians 14:2-11

2 For anyone who speaks in a tongue does not speak to men but to God. Indeed, no one understands him; he utters mysteries with his spirit.

3 But everyone who prophesies speaks to men for their strengthening, encouragement and comfort.

4 He who speaks in a tongue edifies himself, but he who prophesies edifies the church.

5 I would like every one of you to speak in tongues, but I would rather have you prophesy. He who prophesies is greater than one who speaks in tongues, unless he interprets, so that the church may be edified.

6 Now, brothers, if I come to you and speak in tongues, what good will I be to you, unless I bring you some revelation or knowledge or prophecy or word of instruction?

7 Even in the case of lifeless things that make sounds, such as the flute or harp, how will anyone know what tune is being played unless there is a distinction in the notes?

8 Again, if the trumpet does not sound a clear call, who will get ready for battle?

9 So it is with you. Unless you speak intelligible words with your tongue, how will anyone know what you are saying? You will just be speaking into the air.

10 Undoubtedly there are all sorts of languages in the world, yet none of them is without meaning.

11 If then I do not grasp the meaning of what someone is saying, I am a foreigner to the speaker, and he is a foreigner to me.

Cross References for 1 Corinthians 14:2-11

Genesis 11:7 - Come, let us go down and confuse their language so they will not understand each other.” Click to read the verse Genesis 11:7 Click to read the verse Genesis 11:7

Acts 2:4-11 - All of them were filled with the Holy Spirit and began to speak in other tongues as the Spirit ... Click to read the verse Acts 2:4-11 Click to read the verse Acts 2:4-11

Genesis 42:23 - They did not realize that Joseph could understand them, since he was using an interpreter. Click to read the verse Genesis 42:23 Click to read the verse Genesis 42:23

Deuteronomy 28:49 - The Lord will bring a nation against you from far away, from the ends of the earth, like an eag... Click to read the verse Deuteronomy 28:49 Click to read the verse Deuteronomy 28:49

1 Timothy 3:16 - Beyond all question, the mystery of godliness is great: He appeared in a body, was vindicated b... Click to read the verse 1 Timothy 3:16 Click to read the verse 1 Timothy 3:16

Ephesians 6:19 - Pray also for me, that whenever I open my mouth, words may be given me so that I will fearlessl... Click to read the verse Ephesians 6:19 Click to read the verse Ephesians 6:19

Colossians 2:2 - My purpose is that they may be encouraged in heart and united in love, so that they may have th... Click to read the verse Colossians 2:2 Click to read the verse Colossians 2:2

Acts 19:6 - When Paul placed his hands on them, the Holy Spirit came on them, and they spoke in tongues and... Click to read the verse Acts 19:6 Click to read the verse Acts 19:6

1 Corinthians 14:16 - If you are praising God with your spirit, how can one who finds himself among those who do not ... Click to read the verse 1 Corinthians 14:16 Click to read the verse 1 Corinthians 14:16

Acts 22:9 - My companions saw the light, but they did not understand the voice of him who was speaking to me. Click to read the verse Acts 22:9 Click to read the verse Acts 22:9

Psalms 78:2 - I will open my mouth in parables, I will utter hidden things, things from of old— Click to read the verse Psalms 78:2 Click to read the verse Psalms 78:2

1 Corinthians 13:2 - If I have the gift of prophecy and can fathom all mysteries and all knowledge, and if I have a ... Click to read the verse 1 Corinthians 13:2 Click to read the verse 1 Corinthians 13:2

Matthew 13:11 - He replied, “The knowledge of the secrets of the kingdom of heaven has been given to you, but n... Click to read the verse Matthew 13:11 Click to read the verse Matthew 13:11

Colossians 1:26-27 - the mystery that has been kept hidden for ages and generations, but is now disclosed to the sai... Click to read the verse Colossians 1:26-27 Click to read the verse Colossians 1:26-27

1 Corinthians 2:7 - No, we speak of God’s secret wisdom, a wisdom that has been hidden and that God destined for ou... Click to read the verse 1 Corinthians 2:7 Click to read the verse 1 Corinthians 2:7

1 Corinthians 15:51 - Listen, I tell you a mystery: We will not all sleep, but we will all be changed— Click to read the verse 1 Corinthians 15:51 Click to read the verse 1 Corinthians 15:51

2 Kings 18:26 - Then Eliakim son of Hilkiah, and Shebna and Joah said to the field commander, “Please speak to ... Click to read the verse 2 Kings 18:26 Click to read the verse 2 Kings 18:26

Mark 4:11 - He told them, “The secret of the kingdom of God has been given to you. But to those on the outs... Click to read the verse Mark 4:11 Click to read the verse Mark 4:11

1 Corinthians 14:9-11 - So it is with you. Unless you speak intelligible words with your tongue, how will anyone know w... Click to read the verse 1 Corinthians 14:9-11 Click to read the verse 1 Corinthians 14:9-11

1 Corinthians 2:10 - but God has revealed it to us by his Spirit. The Spirit searches all things, even the deep thin... Click to read the verse 1 Corinthians 2:10 Click to read the verse 1 Corinthians 2:10

Psalms 49:3-4 - My mouth will speak words of wisdom; the utterance from my heart will give understanding. Click to read the verse Psalms 49:3-4 Click to read the verse Psalms 49:3-4

Romans 16:25 - Now to him who is able to establish you by my gospel and the proclamation of Jesus Christ, acco... Click to read the verse Romans 16:25 Click to read the verse Romans 16:25

Revelation 10:7 - But in the days when the seventh angel is about to sound his trumpet, the mystery of God will b... Click to read the verse Revelation 10:7 Click to read the verse Revelation 10:7

Mark 16:17 - And these signs will accompany those who believe: In my name they will drive out demons; they w... Click to read the verse Mark 16:17 Click to read the verse Mark 16:17

Ephesians 3:3-9 - that is, the mystery made known to me by revelation, as I have already written briefly. Click to read the verse Ephesians 3:3-9 Click to read the verse Ephesians 3:3-9

1 Timothy 3:9 - They must keep hold of the deep truths of the faith with a clear conscience. Click to read the verse 1 Timothy 3:9 Click to read the verse 1 Timothy 3:9

1 Corinthians 2:13 - This is what we speak, not in words taught us by human wisdom but in words taught by the Spirit... Click to read the verse 1 Corinthians 2:13 Click to read the verse 1 Corinthians 2:13

Acts 10:46 - For they heard them speaking in tongues and praising God. Then Peter said, Click to read the verse Acts 10:46 Click to read the verse Acts 10:46

1 Corinthians 14:18-23 - I thank God that I speak in tongues more than all of you. Click to read the verse 1 Corinthians 14:18-23 Click to read the verse 1 Corinthians 14:18-23

1 Corinthians 14:27-28 - If anyone speaks in a tongue, two—or at the most three—should speak, one at a time, and someone... Click to read the verse 1 Corinthians 14:27-28 Click to read the verse 1 Corinthians 14:27-28

1 Corinthians 14:14 - For if I pray in a tongue, my spirit prays, but my mind is unfruitful. Click to read the verse 1 Corinthians 14:14 Click to read the verse 1 Corinthians 14:14