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But he that prophesieth speaketh unto men edification, and [a]exhortation, and consolation. He that speaketh in a tongue [b]edifieth himself; but he that prophesieth [c]edifieth the church. Now I would have you all speak with tongues, but rather that ye should prophesy: and greater is he that prophesieth than he that speaketh with tongues, except he interpret, that the church may receive edifying.

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  1. 1 Corinthians 14:3 Or, comfort
  2. 1 Corinthians 14:4 Greek buildeth up.
  3. 1 Corinthians 14:4 Greek buildeth up.

But the one who prophesies speaks to people for their strengthening,(A) encouraging(B) and comfort. Anyone who speaks in a tongue(C) edifies(D) themselves, but the one who prophesies(E) edifies the church. I would like every one of you to speak in tongues,[a] but I would rather have you prophesy.(F) The one who prophesies is greater than the one who speaks in tongues,[b] unless someone interprets, so that the church may be edified.(G)

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  1. 1 Corinthians 14:5 Or in other languages; also in verses 6, 18, 22, 23 and 39
  2. 1 Corinthians 14:5 Or in other languages; also in verses 6, 18, 22, 23 and 39