1 Corinthians 14:2 Meaning
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.
Context Explained
1Follow after charity, and desire spiritual gifts, but rather that ye may prophesy.
2For 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.
3But he that prophesieth speaketh unto men to edification, and exhortation, and comfort.
4He that speaketh in an unknown tongue edifieth himself; but he that prophesieth edifieth the church.
Key Themes
Related Cross References
Romans 8:26
Both verses discuss the role of the Spirit in communication with God.
1 John 5:14
This verse assures believers that they can approach God with confidence in prayer.
Acts 2:4
This verse describes the speaking in tongues as a spiritual gift, similar to the theme of unknown tongues.
Source: 1 Corinthians 14:2