32 And the spirits of the prophets are subject to the prophets.

Other Translations of 1 Corinthians 14:32

New International Version

32 The spirits of prophets are subject to the control of prophets.

English Standard Version

32 and the spirits of prophets are subject to prophets.

The Message

32 If you choose to speak, you're also responsible for how and when you speak.

New King James Version

32 And the spirits of the prophets are subject to the prophets.

New Living Translation

32 Remember that people who prophesy are in control of their spirit and can take turns.

Matthew Henry's Commentary on 1 Corinthians 14:32

Commentary on 1 Corinthians 14:26-33

(Read 1 Corinthians 14:26-33)

Religious exercises in public assemblies should have this view; Let all be done to edifying. As to the speaking in an unknown tongue, if another were present who could interpret, two miraculous gifts might be exercised at once, and thereby the church be edified, and the faith of the hearers confirmed at the same time. As to prophesying, two or three only should speak at one meeting, and this one after the other, not all at once. The man who is inspired by the Spirit of God will observe order and decency in delivering his revelations. God never teaches men to neglect their duties, or to act in any way unbecoming their age or station.