1 Corinthians 14:35

Translations

Modern

If they wish to inquire about something, they are to ask their own husbands at home; for it is dishonorable for a woman to speak in the church.

Traditional

And if they will learn any thing, let them ask their husbands at home: for it is a shame for women to speak in the church.

Literal

But if they wish to learn anything, let them ask their own husbands at home; for it is shameful for a woman to speak in the church.

Latin

Si quid autem volunt discere, domi viros suos interrogent. Turpe est enim mulieri loqui in ecclesia.

Original

Greek

English

If they wish to inquire about something, they are to ask their own husbands at home; for it is dishonorable for a woman to speak in the church.

Notes

1 Corinthians 14:34–35

This part of the discussion on using spiritual gifts shows a view on women's roles similar to that of the Pastoral Letters (see 1 Timothy 2:11–15).
Paul advises women to be quiet and respectful in church meetings. We should understand this instruction considering 1 Corinthians 11:5, which clearly implies that women can pray and prophesy in public.
as the law says: This possibly refers to Genesis 3:16.

1 Corinthians 14:26–40

Paul provides clear instructions for using spiritual gifts in the church. He stresses the importance of expressing them in an orderly manner. In the early Christian community, church meetings were not led by professional pastors or priests. Instead, everyone shared what God had given them to strengthen the church.

1 Corinthians 12:1–14:40

The church in Corinth focused too much on the gift of speaking in tongues (see 14:1–25, 27; compare the lists in 12:8–10, 28, where Paul lists tongues last). Paul offers advice to correct their understanding of the value and use of spiritual gifts.

Theme notes and profiles

Paul (Saul) Church Leaders Pure Worship The Gift of Prophecy Women’s Roles in the New Testament Church

Related verses

1 Peter 3:7
Husbands, in the same way, treat your wives with consideration as a delicate vessel, and with honor as fellow heirs of the gracious gift of life, so that your prayers will not be hindered.
Ephesians 5:12
For it is shameful even to mention what the disobedient do in secret.
Ephesians 5:25–27
Husbands, love your wives, just as Christ loved the church and gave Himself up for her
1 Corinthians 11:14
Doesn’t nature itself teach you that if a man has long hair, it is a disgrace to him,
1 Corinthians 11:6
If a woman does not cover her head, she should have her hair cut off. And if it is shameful for a woman to have her hair cut or shaved off, she should cover her head.
1 Corinthians 14:34
Women are to be silent in the churches. They are not permitted to speak, but must be in submission, as the law says.

Glossary

Bible, Manuscripts and Text of the (New Testament) Charismata Church Meetings First Letter to the Corinthians Mystery Prophecy

Topics

Gender Silence Wearing Hats Wife: Unclassified Scriptures Relating To Wives: should Seek Religious Instruction from Their Husbands Women: Unclassified Scriptures Relating To

1 Corinthians 14:35

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