1 Corinthians 14:27 Meaning
If any man speak in an unknown tongue, let it be by two, or at the most by three, and that by course; and let one interpret.
Context Explained
25And thus are the secrets of his heart made manifest; and so falling down on his face he will worship God, and report that God is in you of a truth.
26How is it then, brethren? when ye come together, every one of you hath a psalm, hath a doctrine, hath a tongue, hath a revelation, hath an interpretation. Let all things be done unto edifying.
27If any man speak in an unknown tongue, let it be by two, or at the most by three, and that by course; and let one interpret.
28But if there be no interpreter, let him keep silence in the church; and let him speak to himself, and to God.
29Let the prophets speak two or three, and let the other judge.
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Related Cross References
1 Thessalonians 5:20-21
Both passages emphasize the importance of discernment in spiritual matters.
Acts 2:4
Describes speaking in tongues with interpretation, similar to the guidelines given here.
1 Corinthians 12:10
Discusses the gift of interpretation of tongues, which relates to the need for clarity.
Source: 1 Corinthians 14:27