For one who (A)speaks in a tongue does not speak to men but to God; for no one [a]understands, but [b]in his spirit he speaks (B)mysteries. But one who prophesies speaks to men for (C)edification and (D)exhortation and consolation. One who (E)speaks in a tongue (F)edifies himself; but one who (G)prophesies (H)edifies the church.

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  1. 1 Corinthians 14:2 Lit hears
  2. 1 Corinthians 14:2 Or by the Spirit

For anyone who speaks in a tongue[a](A) does not speak to people but to God. Indeed, no one understands them;(B) they utter mysteries(C) by the Spirit. But the one who prophesies speaks to people for their strengthening,(D) encouraging(E) and comfort. Anyone who speaks in a tongue(F) edifies(G) themselves, but the one who prophesies(H) edifies the church.

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  1. 1 Corinthians 14:2 Or in another language; also in verses 4, 13, 14, 19, 26 and 27