37 (A)If anyone thinks that he is a prophet or (B)spiritual, let him recognize that the things which I write to you (C)are the Lord’s commandment. 38 But if anyone does not recognize this, [a]he is not recognized.

39 Therefore, my brothers and sisters, (D)earnestly desire to (E)prophesy, and do not forbid speaking in tongues. 40 But (F)all things must be done properly and in an orderly way.

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  1. 1 Corinthians 14:38 Two early mss let him continue not to recognize it

37 If any man thinketh himself to be a prophet, or spiritual, let him take knowledge of the things which I write unto you, that they are the commandment of the Lord. 38 [a]But if any man is ignorant, let him be ignorant.

39 Wherefore, my brethren, desire earnestly to prophesy, and forbid not to speak with tongues. 40 But let all things be done decently and in order.

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  1. 1 Corinthians 14:38 Many ancient authorities read But if any man knoweth not, he is not known. Compare 8:3.