Both his spirit and his mind will join together by using a known language. What he is saying, then, is: “It is disgraceful for a prophetess to, a speaking prophet in the church meeting, or to interrupt the church meeting by asking questions.”, writes: “It now becomes apparent that this scripture does not contradict such verses as. 1 This letter is from Paul, chosen by the will of God to be an apostle of Christ Jesus, and from our brother Sosthenes. 1 Fee gives the textual evidence as follows: “Most MSS (including P 46 A B K Ψ 0243 33 81 1739 Maj) include these verses here [after v. 33]; they are found after v. 40 in D F G 88* a b d f g Ambrosiaster Sedulius-Scotus, thus the entire Western tradition” (The First Epistle to the Corinthians [NICNT] 699, n. 1). It was proper for them to be eager for the gifts from the Spirit (1 Corinthians 14:1). We can see in 1 Corinthians 14:28 this silence applied to the use of a spiritual gift. says: “Let him pray that he may have the gift of interpreting what he says in the tongue, else he will not profit those who hear.”. 29. upon their souls; they might speak to one another in psalms, Each of them is used for the purpose of COMMUNICATING with others! Compare, The context of this quotation is “drunken Israelites mocking God’s message as spoken by the prophet, as though it were only suitable for little children. Speaking in strange tongues made this person feel close to God and gave him a sense of power (compare 2 Corinthians 12:1-10). Because they considered this gift the most honored, those who had it would, the public meetings by speaking long and loud in foreign languages (strange tongues). As Paul said in, : “Set your hearts, then, on the more important gifts.”, Because we use “prophecy” to mean “predicting the future,” it is not the best word of translation. says: “The thought evidently is: ‘I will sing as the Spirit directs or inspires, and I will sing in a language that those who hear can understand.’ This expression is often quoted in connection with song service in a sense in which it was not used.”, for the people in a public meeting of the church to say “Amen!”; (. ) Matthew Henry :: Commentary on 1 Corinthians 14 ← Back to Matthew Henry's Bio & Resources. Salem Media Group. The “best speakers” would not be allowed to suppress the others.]. Each one tried to get ahead of the other. This is Paul’s scale of values. Others think they were gifts of the knowledge of languages. Women are to learn and be encouraged in the church meeting (1 Corinthians 14:31), which proves that this verse speaks of something specific. The reason for that is due in no small part to the clash that this text brings to modern egalitarian sensibilities. He knew that there were both men and women prophets in the church, and that God had said, Sons and daughters shall prophesy.’” [See note on Acts 2:17. When you meet for worship. What do I mean? This is the real point of the quotation in, by God through understandable language, will become fixed in their unbelief and even justified, by the speaking in strange tongues. Paul paraphrases Isaiah 28:11-12to make a strong statement about the inferiority of strange tongues (glossolalia). hymns, and spiritual songs; or speak as an evidence in any case Here, then, it must also be a specific silence on a specific thing. That 1 Corinthians 14:33 has an appropriate conclusion in the words "God is not a God of confusion but of peace." for God is not a God of confusion but of peace, as in all the churches of the saints. His religion cannot tend to produce disorder. To help them endure the problems of life. The tongues were a real and desirable gift. Only one speaking at a time. (1) We see these at work on Pentecost (Acts 2:5-13). (, ) They were intended as proof for unbelievers, but only for those unbelievers who spoke the tongue (. Lipscomb says: “Let him pray that he may have the gift of interpreting what he says in the tongue, else he will not profit those who hear.” MacKnight ties it in with 1 Corinthians 14:14. Does not speak to men. Enterprise . 1. al., takes this to be a proof to unbelievers in the sense of Acts 2:5-13. 1 Corinthians 14:33, CSB: "since God is not a God of disorder but of peace. It would waste valuable time for the judges to stop and explain, Those who have the gift “to tell the difference” (, have the authority to do this, and we are not to worry about it.” (, ) The women who belong to this context have the gift of prophecy (to speak God’s message by inspiration). The tongues were a real and desirable gift. It is against his nature. could include every prophet there except the ones speaking. ) Did Christ employ any of your sex as apostles? But in fact, the church then would be like a group of crazy people!”. 19. in a foreign language, pray in such a manner, his prayer to the edification of the church.”, Paul shows that for worship to be helpful, and for a sane and sound church life, the, must work together with the energies of the (human), In a sense, these next few verses counterbalance what he said in, Paul is completely opposed to a blind fanaticism or irrational mysticism. Since you are eager. of men only, and not of women; and is directed against a practice Notice Paul’s choice of words. The one who proves himself a phony is to be ignored! Explanation, commentary, insight and analysis. Or could it be? Good Ideas Vs. God Ideas In Business. By speaking God’s message in a form which they can understand. This can mean: (1) not more than two or three who are given God’s message by the Spirit, should speak at any one meeting (1 Corinthians 14:29). Did Christ employ any of your sex as apostles? Help, not compete! This, of course, applies to their speaking in tongues, not to the other parts of the worship. Deborah, Huldah, and Anna, must not be drawn into a rule or 1 Corinthians: Exegesis of 14:33-35 Because a straightforward reading is in stark contrast to what is reasonable and what Paul says in other places, there have been various attempts to understand the principles Paul is trying to convey. [The church is the people. Paul could wish that each one had this gift. This means, then, that the speakers can be directed by those who judge. Such things as the flute or harp must sound the notes distinctly to communicate the tune being played. 20. 13. A false prophet with a false message then could have done much harm to the church. Even at Corinth where this gift of tongues was widespread, Paul could still. What should I do, then? This implies they were all trying to speak at once! ) Women are to learn and be encouraged in the church meeting (. Please enter your email address associated with your Salem All-Pass account, then click Continue. Complaints about worship have existed since the beginning of Christianity. It is calm, peaceful, thoughtful. In strange tongues. 37. The strange tongues may serve a similar sad purpose in the church. In this chapter the apostle directs them about the use of their spiritual gifts, preferring those that are best and fitted to do the greatest good. not more than two or three who are given God’s message by the Spirit, should speak at any one meeting (, ) Those who speak in strange tongues should speak two or three sentences at the most, and then someone else explain what they said. They are a sign of judgment, as the unknown tongues of the Assyrians were in Isaiah’s day. No one could understand what they were saying. There seems to be a contradiction between 1 Corinthians 14:22 and 1 Corinthians 14:23-25. ii. But love opens the true way to everything else! experiences to the church, or give an account of the work of God 1. By this the apostle would signify, that the How then can you pretend to teach men?” But we must also consider Miriam, the first prophetess (Exodus 15:20), Deborah, a prophetess who judged Israel (Judges 4:4), Huldah, the prophetess, who taught men (2 Chronicles 34:22-23), Phillip’s daughters (Acts 21:9), et. 2 I am writing to God’s church in Corinth, # 1:2a Corinth was the capital city of Achaia, the southern region of the Greek peninsula. When he hears God’s Truth, and measures his life by it, his secret thought will be brought out into the open (to himself). 30 If any thing be revealed to another that sitteth by, let the first hold his peace. teach publicly, or be concerned in the ministerial function, is, !” Yet love does not replace the spiritual gifts. 32. Figure 8: Possible Interpretations of 1 Corinthians 14:33-35. Went the word of God forth into the world from you women? Those who speak God’s message (1 Corinthians 14:29). The “best speakers” would not be allowed to suppress the others.]. In this chapter he examines the raising of Christ from death, and how this relates to the raising of the dead. A couple of comments are in order regarding this evidence. forbids and condemns, and not without reason: for it is not permitted unto them to speak; Helps the whole church. 16. This implies they were all trying to speak at once! Unity and Variety. This shows: (1) it was standard practice for the people in a public meeting of the church to say “Amen!”; (2) there were ordinary members who did not have the gifts from the Spirit. This gift: (1) helps the church (1 Corinthians 14:3-5); (2) uses the mind (1 Corinthians 14:14-19); (3) can be safely done by the entire church; (4) will convince sinners. one who speaks God’s message must be peaceful. He loves his people and provides wise advice through his written word, the Bible. the deduction drawn in 1 Corinthians 11:3. But the earth had somehow become formless and chaotic so that God had to refashion it before man could be created. Denomination: Baptist. The Bible has been translated into more than 1,500 different languages!!! In the same way. Greeks and Romans made up most the people. women to preach and teach in it; and this being a disorderly Here, then, it must also be a specific silence on a specific thing. Sometimes many would speak in strange tongues at the same time, trying to shout down the others, creating confusion. Copyright © 2021, Bible Study Tools. 2 Those who speak in strange tongues do not speak to others but to God, because no one understands them. 32 And the spirits of the prophets are subject to the prophets. He is the God who, at the beginning of the world, arranged everything in order. 1 Corinthians 14:33. MacKnight takes this view. God does not approve of wild behaviour 1 Corinthians 14:33. 1 Corinthians 14:33, NIV “For God is not a God of disorder but of peace--as in all the congregations of the Lord's people.” There is no coincidence nor luck, God knows all and He cares about all. In a sense, these next few verses counterbalance what he said in 1 Corinthians 1:18 to 1 Corinthians 2:5. Hollywood Prayer Network On … Compare 1 Corinthians 11:18-20. In anger, God says he will give his lessons to them through the lips of foreign conquerors.” The strange tongues in this quotation would. They will not quarrel with each other. 28. 1 Corinthians 14:26-40, which contains verses 34-35, is book-ended by verses which show that the issue in Corinth was unruly, unedifying speech. 1 Corinthians 14:34, 35. For the gift to explain. ](2) “Those prophets were to the church then as our Bible is to us today. Paul was an inspired apostle. 1 Corinthians 14:33 33 For God is not the author of 9 confusion but of peace, w as in all the churches of the saints. 34. As in all the churches of the saints, 34 the women should keep silent in the churches. [Lipscomb, et. The extraordinary instances of It is not boisterous and disorderly. This implies more than one gift was possible. Striving for love does not mean forgetting everything else. If they want to find out about something. 22. In this chapter he examines the raising of Christ from death, and how this relates to the raising of the dead. 1 Corinthians 14:35 indicates the kind of speaking some women were engaging in; these women wanted to learn and were asking questions. If someone there can translate it into understandable form, it then becomes useful. The apophthegm of 1 Corinthians 14:32 exemplifies the universal principle of order in God’s works; cf. But Paul wants to restrain, rather than stimulate, the use of strange tongues at Corinth. That “all” should speak God’s message is a part of the Messianic ideal (compareRevelation 1:6). They will be loyal to their husbands or wives. Because God. 1 Now in regard to spiritual gifts, brothers, I do not want you to be unaware. The gift of strange tongues, has no value when used in the public meetings. ) In these book-ended verses, Paul encourages edifying and gifted speech, and he encourages orderly participation in church meetings, regardless of gender (1 Cor. So when I come to you. Only one speaking at a time. al. 1.Korinther 14 … 33 Denn Gott ist nicht ein Gott der Unordnung, sondern des Friedens. Most take this view. So, Christians must recognise that Jesus Christ is their Lord. The Corinthians were more interested in, and so were misusing the gifts from the Holy Spirit. Notice Paul’s choice of words. This is Paul’s scale of values. How then can you pretend to teach men?” But we must also consider Miriam, the first prophetess (, Deborah, a prophetess who judged Israel (. Rather than being unruly, one who speaks God’s message must be peaceful. He is the God of peace; and his religion will tend to promote order. Five words that teach others are more valuable than thousands of words in strange tongues!!! But love opens the true way to everything else! (3) If they want to find out something about what the “judges” have done, they can ask at home. Free Reading Plans and Devotionals related to 1 Corinthians 14:33. Watch our overview video on the book of 1 Corinthians, which breaks down the literary design of the book and its flow of thought. 35 Wollen sie etwas lernen, so lasset sie daheim ihre Männer fragen. 2. By Paul’s “rule of thumb,” the beautiful abstract must take second place to the practical. Better is superior to good. 12. To help them endure the problems of life. We can see in. 21. Little children are “innocent” in many ways. 31. He never has to go back and apologize because he "misspoke." It does make a difference whether we think the body is a “prison of the soul,” or a “temple of the Holy Spirit” (1 Corinthians 6:19). 18. 33 For God is not the author of confusion, but of peace, as in all churches of the saints. women (ewmvl) , "to hear": Compare, to make a strong statement about the inferiority of strange tongues (glossolalia). What Paul says here may be directed mostly toward “ecstatic speech” which is gibberish. 24. Church meetings that can benefit everyone present 1 Corinthians 14:26. To stir them up to spiritual activity. tells WHY the speakers must submit to regulation. Comfort. 10. Barnes's 1-corinthians 14:33 Bible Commentary God is not the author of confusion - Margin, "Tumult," or "unquietness." See figure 8. This is the real point of the quotation in 1 Corinthians 14:21. there were ordinary members who did not have the gifts from the Spirit. A Daily Devotional. I speak in strange tongues. This was done in understandable language. Visit our library of inductive Bible studies for more in depth inductive studies on this and other books of the Bible you can use in your small group. If they want to find out about something. So it could not be just a gift of knowledge. MacKnight takes this view. In 1 Corinthians chapter 11, Paul acknowledges that Corinthian … Paul was an inspired apostle. To prophesy is to speak God’s message by inspiration. This was a thriving city with much evil. There is much confusion about tongues (languages). All rights reserved. ], 23. 33 For God is not the author of confusion, but of peace, as in all churches of the saints. He knew that there were both men and women prophets in the church, and that God had said, Sons and daughters shall prophesy.’” [See note on, ) “Those prophets were to the church then as our Bible is to us today. But this could not be done unless they were made to understand what was being said. is to speak God’s message by inspiration. The false teacher, to please the Greeks, denied the raising from death of the body; taught that the only resurrection Christ promised was a spiritual resurrection from the death of sin; and taught that this resurrection was already past (2 Timothy 2:18). Let your women, &c. — The last clause of the preceding verse is by some critics, and among the rest Bishop Pearce, joined with this, so as to make this sense; as in all the churches of the saints, let your women keep silence in the churches, namely, of Achaia. The passage is as follows: 33 For God is not a God of confusion but of peace. (2) Those who speak in strange tongues should speak two or three sentences at the most, and then someone else explain what they said. Therefore, what he said was inspired, even though it did not benefit those who heard it. This also included inspired prayer (1 Corinthians 14:14)and inspired singing (1 Corinthians 14:15; 1 Corinthians 14:26). [All the prophets would have their turn, but only two or three at any one meeting. 1 Corinthians 14:33, NLT: "For God is not a God of disorder but of peace, as in all the meetings of God's holy people." For they are not permitted to speak, but … California - Do Not Sell My Personal Information. “So that all will learn and be encouraged.”, This verse tells HOW that is possible. (, ) If they want to find out something about what the “judges” have done, they can ask at home. Notice what Christ said in, “Speaking God’s message is still the most important of the gifts, but strange tongues have their place also.”, “These who have spiritual gifts must not fight and quarrel and try to outdo each other; and the women prophets must not judge the speakers or interrupt the worship with questions.”, as the “prison of the soul,” and expected their happiness to come by being freed from the body forever by death. The answer must be: The other prophets who judge (1 Corinthians 14:29). by the ministry of men? “So that all will learn and be encouraged.” This verse tells HOW that is possible. Scripture: 1 Corinthians 14:33. * [14:20–22] The Corinthians pride themselves on tongues as a sign of God’s favor, a means of direct communication with him . which proves that this verse speaks of something specific. Won’t they say that you are all crazy? He has no thought about men and their wives, but about men and women who are to prophesy (Joel 2:28-30; Acts 2:17).” SIGATOO = quiet. But if no one is there who can explain. The most important message from God will mean nothing if it is spoken in a strange tongue which no one can understand, not even the one who speaks it. rule over thee". Then they will be able to live holy lives. Because the gift of languages gave the most chance to show off, the Corinthians rated it the highest. Under the speaker’s control. They are to preserve order in the meeting. Read more Share Copy Useful Bible Studies > 1 Corinthians Commentary > chapter 14. 31 For ye may all prophesy one by one, that all may learn, and all may be comforted. F. I. Stanley says: “He is speaking of what prophets are doing, and not of marriage! The false teacher, to please the Greeks, denied the raising from death of the body; taught that the only resurrection Christ promised was a spiritual resurrection from the death of sin; and taught that this resurrection was already past (, It does make a difference whether we think the, is a “prison of the soul,” or a “temple of the Holy Spirit” (, is one of the great Christian doctrines (. Well, you’re not alone. example in such cases. To make their faith stronger. at a church meeting; but not in such sort, as carried in it 8. the group were forced to remain silent. 38. No one could understand what they were saying. Disorder is contrary to God. 27. The Bible has been translated into more than. Love is the “best of all,” even greater than faith and hope! This is a restriction of, and an exception to one of the above It was by the Holy Spirit’s power that he spoke. Home >> Bible Studies >> 1 Corinthians >> 1 Corinthians 10:14-33 These small group studies of 1 Corinthians contain outlines, cross-references, Bible study discussion questions, and applications. b This also applies to “old fashioned church language” when it is spoken to those who cannot understand it. Author: Ángel Manuel Rodríguez. Today, church leaders often organise each meeting at their churches. 5-Day Commentary Challenge - 1 Corinthians 13-14 . The “competitive spirit” and the desire to “show off” are, Little children are “innocent” in many ways. 1 Corinthians 12:14, ESV: ... Paul began this discussion with an explanation of the supernatural gifts God's Holy Spirit distributes to every believer as He sees fit. For if I pray in this way. But this could not be done unless they were made to understand what was being said. 1 Corinthians 14:33-40 New International Version (NIV) 33 For God is not a God of disorder but of peace—as in all the congregations of the Lord’s people. them! ], “If strange tongues are the supreme gift from the Spirit, then to have the whole church speaking in these at the same time ought to be the very peak of spiritual power. Some people use 1 Corinthians 14:34, 35 to say that women should not have leadership positions. because this is an act of power, and authority; of rule and In anger, God says he will give his lessons to them through the lips of foreign conquerors.” The strange tongues in this quotation would be punishment. But in church worship. T. C. Edwards takes this view. But if all speak God’s message. So then, my brothers. Do not be like children. The interpretation of 1 Corinthians 14:34–35 has proven to be more than a little controversial over the years. Others think they were gifts of the knowledge of languages. Scripture Index for Texts Explained, 1951 (‎4 occurrences) 14:33-35, 40 278. w51 12/15 pp. it brings some teaching. That did not happen in Corinth, and Paul did not tell the Christians there to do that. T. C. Edwards takes this view. The women were to be silent (sigao) with respect to speaking during the 1 Corinthians 14 meeting. Many different languages. Compare 1 Corinthians 2:6; 1 Corinthians 8:9-11. 1 Corinthians 14:31tells WHY the speakers must submit to regulation. government, and so contrary to that subjection which God in his MacKnight thinks it means: “What? The bugle. They are to preserve order in the meeting. One man has a hymn. Five words. “If strange tongues are the supreme gift from the Spirit, then to have the whole church speaking in these at the same time ought to be the very peak of spiritual power. Striving for love does not mean forgetting everything else. (3) They were intended as proof for unbelievers, but only for those unbelievers who spoke the tongue (1 Corinthians 14:23). If it were not, women would not be allowed to sing a note or to speak a word of any kind in a church meeting! The one who proves himself a phony is to be ignored! Helps only himself. The women should keep quiet. Armies in all ages have been directed by the sound of a bugle. Each of them is used for the purpose of COMMUNICATING with others! Church worship is the public meeting.] 1 Corinthians Commentary> chapter 14 God does not approve of wild behaviour 1 Corinthians 14:33 God does not cause wild behaviour and he does not approve of it. The Greek paints a picture of “hunters in the chase.” “Strive for love with every means in your power!! But in fact, the church then would be like a group of crazy people!”, ) can be safely done by the entire church; (, ) will convince sinners. Then, says: “He is speaking of what prophets are doing, and not of marriage! 31 For ye may all prophesy one by one, that all may learn, and all may be comforted. 1 Corinthians 14:33 Context. All speaking is not prohibited; they might speak their How can an ordinary man? CHAPTER 12. 33 For God is not a God of disorder(A)but of peace(B)—as in all the congregations(C)of the Lord’s people. What he said about tongues was not out of jealousy! See note on 1 Corinthians 12:1. In a proper and orderly way. One by one. 1 Corinthians 14:33 (NASB) Paul is completely opposed to a blind fanaticism or irrational mysticism. Unless. to you who have been called by God to be his own holy people. It means not so much as a sigh or a grunt. But the loudest blast means nothing, if it does not. But the loudest blast means nothing, if it does not communicate something which the hearers can understand! In other words, strange tongues were not to be understood as evidence of God’s special favor. 32 And the spirits of the Prophets are subiect to the Prophets. When Peter preached on Pentecost (Acts 2), he spoke God’s message. 1 It is love, then, that you should strive for. 36. of This implies more than one gift was possible. As he sees “Christ on the cross,” he will bow down and worship God! The gift of speaking God’s message (prophecy) serves the church better. 17. (2) The one who spoke in tongues did not understand what he was saying (1 Corinthians 14:13-14). Some think they were “ecstatic speech” in no language at all. This, of course, applies to their speaking in tongues, not to the other parts of the worship. was it admitted of in the Jewish synagogue; there, we are told The gift of speaking God’s message (prophecy) serves the church better. Paul is dealing with the gift of speaking God’s message. This also included inspired prayer (. It would waste valuable time for the judges to stop and explain, Those who have the gift “to tell the difference” (1 Corinthians 12:10 note)have the authority to do this, and we are not to worry about it.” (1) The women who belong to this context have the gift of prophecy (to speak God’s message by inspiration). Some think they were “ecstatic speech” in no language at all. word. The Resurrection. 3. Who speaks God’s message. We'll send you an email with steps on how to reset your password. The answer must be: The other prophets who judge (. In the Scriptures. The words as in all the churches of the saints, if connected with 1 Corinthians 14:33, do not give a pertinent sense. To. law requires of women unto men. practice, and what was not used in other churches, the apostle The unruly prophet is not genuine. The next verse tells us what this specific silence is about. What was Paul saying in that passage? Better is superior to good. The city of Corinth was believed to be a city of about 600,000 people when this was written to them. 6. 26. In each of the above interpretations, the conclusion is the same: 1 Corinthians 14 teaches that women are to be silent in the general assembly of the church. 33 For God is not the authour of confusion, but of peace, as in all Churches of the Saints. What's more, since God knows the future, his instructions always lead to the outcome he desires. What about the role of women in the church? In this passage Paul clearly stated that women are to keep silent in church. The Greeks viewed the body as the “prison of the soul,” and expected their happiness to come by being freed from the body forever by death. Then the women of this verse must be prophetesses. !” Yet love does not replace the spiritual gifts. The three calls for silence in 1 Corinthians 14 were each given in response to three specific “speaking” situations that were occurring during gatherings of churches in Corinth (1 Cor. What he is saying, then, is: “It is disgraceful for a prophetess to judge a speaking prophet in the church meeting, or to interrupt the church meeting by asking questions.” F. I. Stanley writes: “It now becomes apparent that this scripture does not contradict such verses as 1 Corinthians 14:3-4; 1 Corinthians 11:4-5; Acts 21:9; Philippians 4:2-3; Joel 2:28; Acts 2:14-16, and a host of other scriptures, but rather complements them, and gives a woman her place in the church, by the side of man, and in subordination to him.”[This whole subject is carefully examined in C. R. Nichol’s book, God’s Woman.]. The words `` God is not made up of one part but of peace. when used the! 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