Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version Undoubtedly there are all sorts of languages in the world, yet none of them is without meaning. New Living Translation There are many different languages in the world, and every language has meaning. English Standard Version There are doubtless many different languages in the world, and none is without meaning, Berean Standard Bible Assuredly, there are many different languages in the world, yet none of them is without meaning. Berean Literal Bible There are, if it may be, so many kinds of languages in the world, and none without meaning. King James Bible There are, it may be, so many kinds of voices in the world, and none of them is without signification. New King James Version There are, it may be, so many kinds of languages in the world, and none of them is without significance. New American Standard Bible There are, perhaps, a great many kinds of languages in the world, and none is incapable of meaning. NASB 1995 There are, perhaps, a great many kinds of languages in the world, and no kind is without meaning. NASB 1977 There are, perhaps, a great many kinds of languages in the world, and no kind is without meaning. Legacy Standard Bible There are, perhaps, a great many kinds of sounds in the world, and none is without meaning. Amplified Bible There are, I suppose, a great many kinds of languages in the world [unknown to us], and none is lacking in meaning. Christian Standard Bible There are doubtless many different kinds of languages in the world, none is without meaning. Holman Christian Standard Bible There are doubtless many different kinds of languages in the world, and all have meaning. American Standard Version There are, it may be, so many kinds of voices in the world, and no kind is without signification. Contemporary English Version There are many different languages in this world, and all of them make sense. English Revised Version There are, it may be, so many kinds of voices in the world, and no kind is without signification. GOD'S WORD® Translation No matter how many different languages there are in the world, not one of them is without meaning. Good News Translation There are many different languages in the world, yet none of them is without meaning. International Standard Version There are, I suppose, many different languages in the world, yet none of them is without meaning. Majority Standard Bible Assuredly, there are many different languages in the world, yet none of them is without meaning. NET Bible There are probably many kinds of languages in the world, and none is without meaning. New Heart English Bible There are, it may be, so many kinds of voices in the world, and none is without meaning. Webster's Bible Translation There are, it may be, so many kinds of voices in the world, and none of them is without signification. Weymouth New Testament There are, we will suppose, a great number of languages in the world, and no creature is without a language. World English Bible There are, it may be, so many kinds of languages in the world, and none of them is without meaning. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionThere are, it may be, so many kinds of voices in the world, and none of them is unmeaning. Berean Literal Bible There are, if it may be, so many kinds of languages in the world, and none without meaning. Young's Literal Translation There are, it may be, so many kinds of voices in the world, and none of them is unmeaning, Smith's Literal Translation If perchance, such kind of voices be in the world, and none of them speechless. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleThere are, for example, so many kinds of tongues in this world; and none is without voice. Catholic Public Domain Version Consider that there are so many different kinds of languages in this world, and yet none is without a voice. New American Bible It happens that there are many different languages in the world, and none is meaningless; New Revised Standard Version There are doubtless many different kinds of sounds in the world, and nothing is without sound. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleFor, behold, there are many kinds of speech in the world, yet none of them are without expression. Aramaic Bible in Plain English For behold, there are many kinds of languages in the world, and there is not one of them without sound. NT Translations Anderson New TestamentThere are, it may be, so many kinds of voices in the world, and none of them is without meaning. Godbey New Testament If it so happens that there are so many kinds of voices in the world, and nothing without a voice; Haweis New Testament For though there are so many different kinds of languages in the world, yet is not one of them without its meaning. Mace New Testament there are, it may be, as many different languages in the world as there are people, and none of them without signification. Weymouth New Testament There are, we will suppose, a great number of languages in the world, and no creature is without a language. Worrell New Testament There are, it may be, so many kinds of voices in the world, and no one of them is without signification. Worsley New Testament There are, it may be, as many kinds of voices in the world as people, and none of them insignificant. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context Prophecy and Tongues…9So it is with you. Unless you speak intelligible words with your tongue, how will anyone know what you are saying? You will just be speaking into the air. 10 Assuredly, there are many different languages in the world, yet none of them is without meaning. 11If, then, I do not know the meaning of someone’s language, I am a foreigner to the speaker, and he is a foreigner to me.… Cross References Genesis 11:7-9 Come, let Us go down and confuse their language, so that they will not understand one another’s speech.” / So the LORD scattered them from there over the face of all the earth, and they stopped building the city. / That is why it is called Babel, for there the LORD confused the language of the whole world, and from that place the LORD scattered them over the face of all the earth. Acts 2:4-11 And they were all filled with the Holy Spirit and began to speak in other tongues as the Spirit enabled them. / Now there were dwelling in Jerusalem God-fearing Jews from every nation under heaven. / And when this sound rang out, a crowd came together in bewilderment, because each one heard them speaking his own language. ... Revelation 7:9 After this I looked and saw a multitude too large to count, from every nation and tribe and people and tongue, standing before the throne and before the Lamb. They were wearing white robes and holding palm branches in their hands. Isaiah 28:11 Indeed, with mocking lips and foreign tongues, He will speak to this people Zephaniah 3:9 For then I will restore pure lips to the peoples, that all may call upon the name of the LORD and serve Him shoulder to shoulder. Acts 10:46 For they heard them speaking in tongues and exalting God. Then Peter said, Acts 19:6 And when Paul laid his hands on them, the Holy Spirit came upon them, and they spoke in tongues and prophesied. Mark 16:17 And these signs will accompany those who believe: In My name they will drive out demons; they will speak in new tongues; Isaiah 33:19 You will no longer see the insolent, a people whose speech is unintelligible, who stammer in a language you cannot understand. Deuteronomy 28:49 The LORD will bring a nation from afar, from the ends of the earth, to swoop down upon you like an eagle—a nation whose language you will not understand, Jeremiah 5:15 Behold, I am bringing a distant nation against you, O house of Israel,” declares the LORD. “It is an established nation, an ancient nation, a nation whose language you do not know and whose speech you do not understand. Psalm 19:3 Without speech or language, without a sound to be heard, Daniel 3:4-7 Then the herald loudly proclaimed, “O people of every nation and language, this is what you are commanded: / As soon as you hear the sound of the horn, flute, zither, lyre, harp, pipes, and all kinds of music, you must fall down and worship the golden statue that King Nebuchadnezzar has set up. / And whoever does not fall down and worship will immediately be thrown into the blazing fiery furnace.” ... Acts 2:6 And when this sound rang out, a crowd came together in bewilderment, because each one heard them speaking his own language. Acts 2:8 How is it then that each of us hears them in his own native language? Treasury of Scripture There are, it may be, so many kinds of voices in the world, and none of them is without signification. Jump to Previous Creature Different Doubtless Great Kind Kinds Languages Meaning Perhaps Sorts Sound Sounds Suppose Undoubtedly Voice Voices WorldJump to Next Creature Different Doubtless Great Kind Kinds Languages Meaning Perhaps Sorts Sound Sounds Suppose Undoubtedly Voice Voices World1 Corinthians 14 1. Prophecy is commended,2. and preferred before speaking in tongues, 6. by a comparison drawn from musical instruments. 12. Both must be referred to edification, 22. as to their true and proper end. 26. The true use of each is taught, 27. and the abuse rebuked. 34. Women in the churches. Assuredly The word "assuredly" in this context is a translation of the Greek word "εἰ τύχοι" (ei tychoi), which conveys a sense of certainty or affirmation. It underscores the Apostle Paul's confidence in the statement he is about to make. This word sets the tone for the verse, emphasizing the importance of the message that follows. In a broader scriptural context, it reflects the assurance believers can have in the truths of God’s Word, encouraging them to trust in the divine wisdom imparted through the Scriptures. there are many different languages in the world yet none of them is without meaning Persons / Places / Events 1. Apostle PaulThe author of 1 Corinthians, addressing the church in Corinth about the use of spiritual gifts, particularly the gift of tongues. 2. Corinth A major city in ancient Greece, known for its diverse population and cultural influences, which included a variety of languages and dialects. 3. Corinthian Church The recipients of Paul's letter, a diverse group of believers struggling with issues of unity and the proper use of spiritual gifts. Teaching Points The Importance of CommunicationLanguage is a tool for conveying meaning and understanding. In the church, clear communication is essential for edification and unity. Diversity in the Body of Christ Just as there are many languages, there are diverse gifts and roles within the church. Each has its purpose and value. The Role of Interpretation Spiritual gifts, like speaking in tongues, require interpretation to be beneficial to the church. This principle applies to all forms of communication within the body of Christ. Unity Amidst Diversity The church is called to embrace diversity while striving for unity. This involves respecting and valuing different expressions and gifts. Purposeful Use of Gifts Spiritual gifts should be used purposefully to build up the church, not for personal gain or show.(10) There are, it may be, so many kinds of voices in the world.--There are a great many voices or languages in the world, and none of them but has a right meaning when spoken rightly and to the right person. No word in any language can be meaningless, but must correspond to some thought--for the thought exists first, and the word is invented as the expression of it.Verse 10. - It may be. A mere expression of uncertainty as to the exact number (comp. 1 Corinthians 15:37). It is one of the very few instances where even the verb which implies "chance" is recognized. The word "chance" itself (τυχὴ) does not occur in the New Testament. So many kinds of voices. This does not seem to mean "so many languages." The Jews always asserted that the languages, of the world were seventy in number. It seems to mean "classes of expressive sounds." None of them is without signification. The words rendered "without signification," literally mean dumb. The meaning must either be that "nothing - no creature - is dumb," or that "every class of sounds has its own distinct meaning." Parallel Commentaries ... Greek Assuredly,τύχοι (tychoi) Verb - Aorist Optative Active - 3rd Person Singular Strong's 5177: (a) gen: I obtain, (b) absol: I chance, happen; ordinary, everyday, it may chance, perhaps. there are εἰσιν (eisin) Verb - Present Indicative Active - 3rd Person Plural Strong's 1510: I am, exist. The first person singular present indicative; a prolonged form of a primary and defective verb; I exist. many Τοσαῦτα (Tosauta) Demonstrative Pronoun - Nominative Neuter Plural Strong's 5118: So great, so large, so long, so many. From tosos and houtos; so vast as this, i.e. Such. different γένη (genē) Noun - Nominative Neuter Plural Strong's 1085: Offspring, family, race, nation, kind. From ginomai; 'kin'. languages φωνῶν (phōnōn) Noun - Genitive Feminine Plural Strong's 5456: Probably akin to phaino through the idea of disclosure; a tone; by implication, an address, saying or language. in ἐν (en) Preposition Strong's 1722: In, on, among. A primary preposition denoting position, and instrumentality, i.e. A relation of rest; 'in, ' at, on, by, etc. [the] world, κόσμῳ (kosmō) Noun - Dative Masculine Singular Strong's 2889: Probably from the base of komizo; orderly arrangement, i.e. Decoration; by implication, the world (morally). yet καὶ (kai) Conjunction Strong's 2532: And, even, also, namely. none [of them is] οὐδὲν (ouden) Adjective - Nominative Neuter Singular Strong's 3762: No one, none, nothing. without meaning. ἄφωνον (aphōnon) Adjective - Nominative Neuter Singular Strong's 880: Soundless, voiceless, speechless, dumb. Figuratively, unmeaning. 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