1 Corinthians 14:28

Amharic Tigrinya 2011

ተርጓሚ እንተ ዜልቦ ግና፡ እቲ ብቛንቋ ዚዛረብ ኣብታ ማሕበር ስቕ ይበል፡ ንርእሱን ንኣምላኽን ግና ይዛረብ ደኣ።

What Does This Mean?

This verse from Paul's letter to the Corinthians says that if someone speaks in a language others can't understand, and there is no one who can interpret it for everyone else, then they should remain silent in church and speak only to themselves or God.

Explained for Children

Imagine you're at a birthday party where everyone suddenly starts speaking a different language. If no one can translate what they are saying, the best thing to do is to keep quiet so others can enjoy the party too. You can still talk to yourself about how fun it is!

Historical Background

The Apostle Paul wrote this letter around AD 53-54 to the church in Corinth. The Corinthians were dealing with issues regarding speaking in tongues without proper interpretation, leading to confusion and lack of edification within their community.

Living It Out Today

In modern times, if you find yourself in a situation where your words are not understood by others, it's wise to remain silent or find someone who can help communicate effectively. This ensures that the message is clear and beneficial to everyone involved.

Topics

• Communication
• Church Practices
• Spiritual Gifts
• Edification
• Silence in Worship
• Interpretation

Related Verses

• Acts 2:6
• 1 Corinthians 14:5
• Mark 7:34-35
• Isaiah 28:11
• Psalm 50:15

Frequently Asked Questions

Why does Paul emphasize the need for an interpreter?

Paul emphasizes this because without proper interpretation, the message spoken in tongues can lead to confusion and does not edify the congregation. Clear understanding is crucial for spiritual growth.

What happens if there's no interpreter available during church services?

According to this verse, if no one can interpret the words spoken in a different language, it's best to remain silent and not disrupt the service or confuse others who are trying to understand God’s message.

Can speaking to oneself be beneficial according to this verse?

Yes, the verse suggests that if one cannot contribute effectively to the group setting due to lack of interpretation, they can still speak privately to themselves and to God, ensuring their spiritual practice remains meaningful.

How does this apply to modern church practices?

In diverse congregations today, it's important to ensure that any message or prayer is accessible to all members. If a language barrier exists, providing translations or interpretations helps everyone benefit and grow spiritually together.