1 Corinthians 14:4

KJV

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

— 1 Corinthians 14:4, King James Version
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Context

This verse from 1 Corinthians Chapter 14 connects to 10 cross-references. Pursue love and desire spiritual gifts, especially prophecy. One who speaks in a tongue edifies themselves; the prophet edifies the church. Paul would rather speak five intelligible words to instruct than ten thousand in a tongue. When you assemble each …

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Other Translations

ASV

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

YLT

he who is speaking in an <FI>unknown<Fi> tongue, himself doth edify, and he who is prophesying, an assembly doth edify;

BBE

He who makes use of tongues may do good to himself; but he who gives the prophet's word does good to the church.

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