Parallel Bible results for "1-corinthians 14:2-3"

1 Corinthians 14:2-3

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2 For he that speaketh in an unknown tongue speaketh not unto men, but unto God: for no man understandeth him; howbeit in the spirit he speaketh mysteries.
2 For anyone who speaks in a tongue does not speak to people but to God. Indeed, no one understands them; they utter mysteries by the Spirit.
3 But he that prophesieth speaketh unto men to edification, and exhortation, and comfort.
3 But the one who prophesies speaks to people for their strengthening, encouraging and comfort.
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