1 Corinthians 14:31
New International Version
For you can all prophesy in turn so that everyone may be instructed and encouraged.

New Living Translation
In this way, all who prophesy will have a turn to speak, one after the other, so that everyone will learn and be encouraged.

English Standard Version
For you can all prophesy one by one, so that all may learn and all be encouraged,

Berean Standard Bible
For you can all prophesy in turn so that everyone may be instructed and encouraged.

Berean Literal Bible
For you are all able to prophesy one by one, so that all may learn, and all may be exhorted.

King James Bible
For ye may all prophesy one by one, that all may learn, and all may be comforted.

New King James Version
For you can all prophesy one by one, that all may learn and all may be encouraged.

New American Standard Bible
For you can all prophesy one by one, so that all may learn and all may be exhorted;

NASB 1995
For you can all prophesy one by one, so that all may learn and all may be exhorted;

NASB 1977
For you can all prophesy one by one, so that all may learn and all may be exhorted;

Legacy Standard Bible
For you can all prophesy one by one, so that all may learn and all may be exhorted.

Amplified Bible
For [in this way] you can all prophesy one by one, so that everyone may be instructed and everyone may be encouraged;

Christian Standard Bible
For you can all prophesy one by one, so that everyone may learn and everyone may be encouraged.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
For you can all prophesy one by one, so that everyone may learn and everyone may be encouraged.

American Standard Version
For ye all can prophesy one by one, that all may learn, and all may be exhorted;

Contemporary English Version
Let only one person speak at a time, then all of you will learn something and be encouraged.

English Revised Version
For ye all can prophesy one by one, that all may learn, and all may be comforted;

GOD'S WORD® Translation
All of you can take your turns speaking what God has revealed. In that way, everyone will learn and be encouraged.

Good News Translation
All of you may proclaim God's message, one by one, so that everyone will learn and be encouraged.

International Standard Version
For everyone can prophesy in turn, so that everyone can be instructed and everyone can be encouraged.

Majority Standard Bible
For you can all prophesy in turn so that everyone may be instructed and encouraged.

NET Bible
For you can all prophesy one after another, so all can learn and be encouraged.

New Heart English Bible
For you can all prophesy one by one, that all may learn and all may be encouraged.

Webster's Bible Translation
For ye may all prophesy one by one, that all may learn, and all may be comforted.

Weymouth New Testament
For you can all prophesy one by one, so that all may learn and all be encouraged:

World English Bible
For you all can prophesy one by one, that all may learn and all may be exhorted.
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
for you are able, one by one, all to prophesy, that all may learn, and all may be exhorted,

Berean Literal Bible
For you are all able to prophesy one by one, so that all may learn, and all may be exhorted.

Young's Literal Translation
for ye are able, one by one, all to prophesy, that all may learn, and all may be exhorted,

Smith's Literal Translation
For ye are all able to prophesy one by one, that all might learn, and all might be encouraged.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
For you may all prophesy one by one; that all may learn, and all may be exhorted:

Catholic Public Domain Version
For you are all able to prophesy one at a time, so that all may learn and all may be encouraged.

New American Bible
For you can all prophesy one by one, so that all may learn and all be encouraged.

New Revised Standard Version
For you can all prophesy one by one, so that all may learn and all be encouraged.
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
For you may all prophesy one by one, so that every one may learn, and every one be comforted.

Aramaic Bible in Plain English
For you can all prophesy one by one, that each person may teach and everyone may be comforted.
NT Translations
Anderson New Testament
For you can all prophesy, one by one, that all may learn, and all may be encouraged;

Godbey New Testament
For you are all able to prophesy one by one, in order that all may learn, and all may be comforted.

Haweis New Testament
For ye may all prophesy one by one, that all may learn, and all be comforted.

Mace New Testament
for ye may all prophesy one by one, that all may receive instruction and exhortation.

Weymouth New Testament
For you can all prophesy one by one, so that all may learn and all be encouraged:

Worrell New Testament
for ye all can prophesy one by one, that all may learn, and all be exhorted.

Worsley New Testament
For ye may all prophesy one by one, that all may learn, and all may be comforted.

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
Orderly Worship
30And if a revelation comes to someone who is seated, the first speaker should stop. 31For you can all prophesy in turn so that everyone may be instructed and encouraged. 32The spirits of prophets are subject to prophets.…

Cross References
Acts 2:17-18
‘In the last days, God says, I will pour out My Spirit on all people. Your sons and daughters will prophesy, your young men will see visions, your old men will dream dreams. / Even on My menservants and maidservants I will pour out My Spirit in those days, and they will prophesy.

1 Thessalonians 5:20-21
Do not treat prophecies with contempt, / but test all things. Hold fast to what is good.

1 Corinthians 12:10
to another the working of miracles, to another prophecy, to another distinguishing between spirits, to another speaking in various tongues, and to still another the interpretation of tongues.

Ephesians 4:11-12
And it was He who gave some to be apostles, some to be prophets, some to be evangelists, and some to be pastors and teachers, / to equip the saints for works of ministry and to build up the body of Christ,

1 John 4:1
Beloved, do not believe every spirit, but test the spirits to see whether they are from God. For many false prophets have gone out into the world.

Romans 12:6
We have different gifts according to the grace given us. If one’s gift is prophecy, let him use it in proportion to his faith;

1 Corinthians 14:29
Two or three prophets should speak, and the others should weigh carefully what is said.

1 Corinthians 14:3
But he who prophesies speaks to men for their edification, encouragement, and comfort.

1 Corinthians 14:5
I wish that all of you could speak in tongues, but I would rather have you prophesy. He who prophesies is greater than one who speaks in tongues, unless he interprets so that the church may be edified.

1 Corinthians 14:12
It is the same with you. Since you are eager to have spiritual gifts, strive to excel in gifts that build up the church.

Numbers 11:29
But Moses replied, “Are you jealous on my account? I wish that all the LORD’s people were prophets and that the LORD would place His Spirit on them!”

Joel 2:28-29
And afterward, I will pour out My Spirit on all people. Your sons and daughters will prophesy, your old men will dream dreams, your young men will see visions. / Even on My menservants and maidservants, I will pour out My Spirit in those days.

Deuteronomy 18:18-22
I will raise up for them a prophet like you from among their brothers. I will put My words in his mouth, and he will tell them everything I command him. / And I will hold accountable anyone who does not listen to My words that the prophet speaks in My name. / But if any prophet dares to speak a message in My name that I have not commanded him to speak, or to speak in the name of other gods, that prophet must be put to death.” ...

Jeremiah 23:28-29
Let the prophet who has a dream retell it, but let him who has My word speak it truthfully. For what is straw compared to grain?” declares the LORD. / “Is not My word like fire,” declares the LORD, “and like a hammer that smashes a rock?”

Ezekiel 13:1-3
Then the word of the LORD came to me, saying, / “Son of man, prophesy against the prophets of Israel who are now prophesying. Tell those who prophesy out of their own imagination: Hear the word of the LORD! / This is what the Lord GOD says: Woe to the foolish prophets who follow their own spirit yet have seen nothing.


Treasury of Scripture

For you may all prophesy one by one, that all may learn, and all may be comforted.

all may learn.

1 Corinthians 14:3,19,35
But he that prophesieth speaketh unto men to edification, and exhortation, and comfort…

Proverbs 1:5
A wise man will hear, and will increase learning; and a man of understanding shall attain unto wise counsels:

Proverbs 9:9
Give instruction to a wise man, and he will be yet wiser: teach a just man, and he will increase in learning.

all may be.

Romans 1:12
That is, that I may be comforted together with you by the mutual faith both of you and me.

2 Corinthians 1:4
Who comforteth us in all our tribulation, that we may be able to comfort them which are in any trouble, by the comfort wherewith we ourselves are comforted of God.

2 Corinthians 7:6,7
Nevertheless God, that comforteth those that are cast down, comforted us by the coming of Titus; …

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1 Corinthians 14
1. Prophecy is commended,
2. and preferred before speaking in tongues,
6. by a comparison drawn from musical instruments.
12. Both must be referred to edification,
22. as to their true and proper end.
26. The true use of each is taught,
27. and the abuse rebuked.
34. Women in the churches.














For you can all prophesy
This phrase emphasizes the inclusivity and accessibility of the gift of prophecy within the Christian community. The Greek word for "prophesy" is "προφητεύω" (prophēteuō), which means to speak forth by divine inspiration. In the early church, prophecy was not limited to a select few but was a gift available to all believers, indicating the democratization of spiritual gifts. This reflects the New Testament teaching that the Holy Spirit empowers all believers, not just leaders, to contribute to the edification of the church.

in turn
The phrase "in turn" suggests order and structure within the exercise of spiritual gifts. The Greek word "καθ' ἕνα" (kath' hena) implies taking turns or doing something one by one. This instruction was crucial in the Corinthian church, where disorder and chaos could arise from everyone speaking at once. Paul emphasizes that spiritual gifts should be exercised in a manner that promotes peace and edification, aligning with the character of God as a God of order.

so that everyone may be instructed
The purpose of prophecy, as highlighted here, is instruction. The Greek word "μαθητεύω" (mathēteuō) means to teach or instruct. Prophecy is not merely about foretelling future events but is primarily about teaching and edifying the church. This aligns with the broader biblical theme that the gifts of the Spirit are given for the common good, to build up the body of Christ in knowledge and understanding.

and encouraged
The final phrase underscores the dual purpose of prophecy: instruction and encouragement. The Greek word "παρακαλέω" (parakaleō) means to call to one's side, to comfort, or to exhort. Prophecy should uplift and strengthen the believers, providing comfort and motivation to live out their faith. This reflects the heart of God, who desires His people to be encouraged and supported in their spiritual journey.

(31) For ye may all prophesy one by one.--Better, For it is in your power all to prophesy one by one. How it is in their power is explained by the following verse. This orderly prophesying will accomplish the instruction and comforting of all; words of instruction will be interspersed with words of comfort, and so the teaching be suited to every condition of mind and soul of those present.

Verse 31. - Ye may all prophesy; rather, ye all can; that is, "if you have the gift of prophesying." St. Paul has already implied that at every assembly there would be idiotai, unendowed worshippers, who only came to profit by the gifts of others, and that "all" are not prophets (1 Corinthians 12:29). May be comforted; rather, may be exhorted or cheered.

Parallel Commentaries ...


Greek
For
γὰρ (gar)
Conjunction
Strong's 1063: For. A primary particle; properly, assigning a reason.

you can
δύνασθε (dynasthe)
Verb - Present Indicative Middle or Passive - 2nd Person Plural
Strong's 1410: (a) I am powerful, have (the) power, (b) I am able, I can. Of uncertain affinity; to be able or possible.

all
πάντες (pantes)
Adjective - Nominative Masculine Plural
Strong's 3956: All, the whole, every kind of. Including all the forms of declension; apparently a primary word; all, any, every, the whole.

prophesy
προφητεύειν (prophēteuein)
Verb - Present Infinitive Active
Strong's 4395: From prophetes; to foretell events, divine, speak under inspiration, exercise the prophetic office.

in
καθ’ (kath’)
Preposition
Strong's 2596: A primary particle; down, in varied relations (genitive, dative or accusative) with which it is joined).

[turn]
ἕνα (hena)
Adjective - Accusative Masculine Singular
Strong's 1520: One. (including the neuter Hen); a primary numeral; one.

so that
ἵνα (hina)
Conjunction
Strong's 2443: In order that, so that. Probably from the same as the former part of heautou; in order that.

everyone
πάντες (pantes)
Adjective - Nominative Masculine Plural
Strong's 3956: All, the whole, every kind of. Including all the forms of declension; apparently a primary word; all, any, every, the whole.

may be instructed
μανθάνωσιν (manthanōsin)
Verb - Present Subjunctive Active - 3rd Person Plural
Strong's 3129: Prolongation from a primary verb, another form of which, matheo, is used as an alternate in certain tenses; to learn.

and
καὶ (kai)
Conjunction
Strong's 2532: And, even, also, namely.

encouraged.
παρακαλῶνται (parakalōntai)
Verb - Present Subjunctive Middle or Passive - 3rd Person Plural
Strong's 3870: From para and kaleo; to call near, i.e. Invite, invoke.


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