1 Corinthians 14:4 - An Understandable Version (2005 edition)4 The person who speaks in a language [supernaturally], builds up [only] himself, but the one who prophesies builds up the church. Ver CapítuloMás versionesKing James Version (Oxford) 17694 He that speaketh in an unknown tongue edifieth himself; but he that prophesieth edifieth the church. Ver CapítuloAmplified Bible - Classic Edition4 He who speaks in a [strange] tongue edifies and improves himself, but he who prophesies [interpreting the divine will and purpose and teaching with inspiration] edifies and improves the church and promotes growth [in Christian wisdom, piety, holiness, and happiness]. Ver CapítuloAmerican Standard Version (1901)4 He that speaketh in a tongue edifieth himself; but he that prophesieth edifieth the church. Ver CapítuloCommon English Bible4 People who speak in a tongue build up themselves; those who prophesy build up the church. Ver CapítuloCatholic Public Domain Version4 Whoever speaks in tongues edifies himself. But whoever prophesies edifies the Church. Ver Capítulo |
So, what is the conclusion, brothers? When you people assemble together, each one of you has a psalm [to sing], or a lesson [to teach], or a [supernatural] revelation [to give], or a language [to speak supernaturally], or an interpretation [of that language]. Everything that is done should be for the building up [of the church].
And these [miraculous] signs will attend [the conversion of] those who believe. [Note: This refers to the supernatural miracles performed by the apostles and their associates during the apostolic age. See verse 20 and Acts 2:43]. In my name [i.e., by my authority], they will drive out evil spirits; they will speak in languages [supernaturally];
Now I would like all of you to speak in languages [supernaturally], but I would rather have you prophecy. For the person who prophesies is more important [i.e., to the church] than those who speak in languages [supernaturally], unless that person interprets [the languages], so the church can be built up [spiritually].
Now God has placed some [ministries] in the church [as follows]: First apostles, secondly prophets, thirdly teachers, then [those able to perform] miracles, then gifts [enabling people] to perform [supernatural] healings, [those able] to help the needy, [wise] administrators, [and] those able to speak in different languages.