1 Corinthians 14:7-10

English Standard Version

⁷ If even lifeless instruments, such as the flute or the harp, do not give distinct notes, how will anyone know what is played? ⁸ And ^(A)if the bugle gives an indistinct sound, who will get ready for battle? ⁹ So with yourselves, if with your tongue you utter speech that is not intelligible, how will anyone know what is said? For you will be ^(B)speaking into the air. ¹⁰ There are doubtless many different languages in the world, and none is without meaning,