Commentaries:
Jamieson, Fausset, and Brown
RULES FOR THE EXERCISE OF GIFTS IN THE CONGREGATION. (I Corinthians 14:26-40)
How is it then?—rather, "What then is the true rule to be observed as to the use of gifts?" Compare I Corinthians 14:15, where the same Greek occurs.
a psalm—extemporary, inspired by the Spirit, as that of Mary, Zechariah, Simeon, and Anna (Luke 1:46-55, Luke 1:67-79; Luke 2:34-38).
a doctrine—to impart and set forth to the congregation.
a tongue . . . a revelation—The oldest manuscripts transpose the order: "revelation . . . tongue"; "interpretation" properly following "tongue" (I Corinthians 14:13).
Let all things be done unto edifying—The general rule under which this particular case fails; an answer to the question at the beginning of this verse. Each is bound to obey the ordinances of his church not adverse to Scripture. See Article XXXIV, Church of England Prayer Book.
Other Jamieson, Fausset, and Brown entries containing 1 Corinthians 14:26:
1 Corinthians 11:18
1 Corinthians 12:10
1 Corinthians 14:26
1 Corinthians 14:30
1 Corinthians 14:40
Ephesians 5:19
2 Timothy 2:11
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