1 Corinthians 14:39 - King James Version (Oxford) 1769

Wherefore, brethren, covet to prophesy, and forbid not to speak with tongues.

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Amplified Bible - Classic Edition

So [to conclude], my brethren, earnestly desire and set your hearts on prophesying (on being inspired to preach and teach and to interpret God's will and purpose), and do not forbid or hinder speaking in [unknown] tongues.

American Standard Version (1901)

Wherefore, my brethren, desire earnestly to prophesy, and forbid not to speak with tongues.

Common English Bible

So then, brothers and sisters, use your ambition to try to get the gift of prophecy, but don’t prevent speaking in tongues.

Catholic Public Domain Version

And so, brothers, be zealous to prophesy, and do not prohibit speaking in tongues.

Douay-Rheims version of The Bible - 1752 version

Wherefore, brethren, be zealous to prophesy; and forbid not to speak with tongues.