King James Version
1 Corinthians 14:32 in the King James Version says “And the spirits of the prophets are subject to the prophets.” — study this verse from 1 Corinthians chapter 14 with commentary, cross-references, and original Greek word analysis.
“And the spirits of the prophets are subject to the prophets.”
1 Corinthians 14:32 · KJV
If any thing be revealed to another that sitteth by, let the first hold his peace.
For ye may all prophesy one by one , that all may learn, and all may be comforted.
And the spirits of the prophets are subject to the prophets.
For God is not the author of confusion, but of peace, as in all churches of the saints. confusion: Gr. tumult, or, unquietness
Let your women keep silence in the churches: for it is not permitted unto them to speak; but they are commanded to be under obedience, as also saith the law.
KJV Study — Public Domain
“And”
G2532and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
“the spirits”
G4151a current of air, i.e., breath (blast) or a breeze; by analogy or figuratively, a spirit, i.e., (human) the rational soul, (by implication) vital prin
“of the prophets”
G4396a foreteller ("prophet"); by analogy, an inspired speaker; by extension, a poet
“of the prophets”
G4396a foreteller ("prophet"); by analogy, an inspired speaker; by extension, a poet
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