Follow after charity, and desire spiritual gifts, but rather that ye may prophesy.
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Interpretation
Prophesying, that is, explaining Scripture, is compared with speaking with tongues. This drew attention, more than the plain interpretation of Scripture; it gratified pride more, but promoted the purposes of Christian charity less; it would not equally do good to the souls of men.
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This thought runs through 1 Corinthians 14:1-4.