1 Corinthians 14:40 is a New Testament verse, often rendered as "But everything should be done in a fitting and orderly way" (NIV) 新國際版 但一切都應該以恰當有序的方式進行。
自己在語文上的天賦
or "Let all things be done decently and in order" (KJV). It concludes Paul’s instructions on orderly worship, emphasizing that spiritual gifts should be used to build up the church without causing confusion or chaos. [
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Key Context and Meaning
- Orderly Worship: The verse addresses chaotic, overlapping speech (tongues and prophecy) in the Corinthian church, demanding that public worship be structured and respectful.
- Purpose: The focus is on ensuring that God is not viewed as a author of confusion, but of peace.
- Application: While written regarding spiritual gifts in the church, this verse is frequently applied to general life to encourage preparation, structure, and avoiding disorder. [4, 5, 6]
Verse Translations
- NIV: "But everything should be done in a fitting and orderly way."
- KJV: "Let all things be done decently and in order."
- NLT: "But be sure that everything is done properly and in order."
- ESV: "But all things should be done decently and in order." [1, 2, 7, 8]
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