1 Corinthians 14:40 is a New Testament verse, often rendered as "But everything should be done in a fitting and orderly way" (NIV) 新国际版 但一切都应该以恰当有序的方式进行。
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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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