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Understanding Glossolalia: The Practice of Speaking in Tongues

This primer explores glossolalia, often referred to as speaking in tongues, a phenomenon characterized by utterances resembling speech, typically arising during intense religious experiences. Defined by its Greek roots—'glōssa' meaning "tongue" and 'lalia' meaning "talking"—it involves vocal movements largely beyond the speaker's conscious control. The Bible illustrates that speaking in tongues was a known language, interpreted by others, serving to educate and edify rather than for personal prayer. This practice ceased with the completion of the Gospel, emphasizing that we now possess the full revelation of God.

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Understanding Glossolalia: The Practice of Speaking in Tongues

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  1. A Primer on Tongue Speaking glossolalia, also called speaking in tongues,  (from Greek glōssa, “tongue,” and lalia, “talking”), utterances approximating words and speech, usually produced during states of intense religious experience. The vocal organs of the speaker are affected; the tongue moves, in many cases without the conscious control of the speaker; and generally unintelligible speech pours forth. (brittanica.com)

  2. In the Bible, Tongue Speaking… • Was always a language known to men, but spoken by one untaught in that language Acts 2:4,6-8,11 (Not gibberish) • Was always spoken in the presence of those who understood or could interpret 1 Cor. 14:9, 27-28 (Not “personal prayer lang.”) • Served to teach and to edify 1 Corinthians 14:6,19,26 (Not emotional appeal) • Ended when the gospel was fully recorded 1 Corinthians 13:8-10 (Not continuing today)

  3. Conclusion Rather than longing for the delusions of error, we should glory in the realization that we have the perfect and complete revelation of God for man! 2 Timothy 3:16-17

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