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As in all the churches of the saints, <a href="/bsb/1_corinthians/14.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a> For God is not a God of disorder, but of peace—as in all the churches of the saints. <a href="/blb/1_corinthians/14.htm">Berean Literal Bible</a> For He is not the God of disorder, but of peace. As in all the churches of the saints, <a href="/kjv/1_corinthians/14.htm">King James Bible</a> For God is not the author of confusion, but of peace, as in all churches of the saints. <a href="/nkjv/1_corinthians/14.htm">New King James Version</a> For God is not the author of confusion but of peace, as in all the churches of the saints. <a href="/nasb_/1_corinthians/14.htm">New American Standard Bible</a> for God is not a God of confusion, but of peace. As in all the churches of the saints, <a href="/nasb/1_corinthians/14.htm">NASB 1995</a> for God is not a God of confusion but of peace, as in all the churches of the saints. <a href="/nasb77/1_corinthians/14.htm">NASB 1977 </a> for God is not a God of confusion but of peace, as in all the churches of the saints. <a href="/lsb/1_corinthians/14.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a> for God is not a God of confusion but of peace, as in all the churches of the saints. <a href="/amp/1_corinthians/14.htm">Amplified Bible</a> for God [who is the source of their prophesying] is not a God of confusion and disorder but of peace and order. As [is the practice] in all the churches of the saints (God’s people), <a href="/csb/1_corinthians/14.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a> since God is not a God of disorder but of peace. As in all the churches of the saints, <a href="/hcsb/1_corinthians/14.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a> since God is not a God of disorder but of peace. As in all the churches of the saints, <a href="/asv/1_corinthians/14.htm">American Standard Version</a> for God is not a God of confusion, but of peace. As in all the churches of the saints, <a href="/cev/1_corinthians/14.htm">Contemporary English Version</a> God wants everything to be done peacefully and in order. When God's people meet in church, <a href="/erv/1_corinthians/14.htm">English Revised Version</a> for God is not a God of confusion, but of peace; as in all the churches of the saints. <a href="/gwt/1_corinthians/14.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a> God is not a God of disorder but a God of peace. As in all the churches of God's holy people, <a href="/gnt/1_corinthians/14.htm">Good News Translation</a> because God does not want us to be in disorder but in harmony and peace. As in all the churches of God's people, <a href="/isv/1_corinthians/14.htm">International Standard Version</a> for God is not a God of disorder but of peace. As in all the churches of the saints, <a href="/msb/1_corinthians/14.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a> For God is not a God of disorder, but of peace?as in all the churches of the saints. <a href="/net/1_corinthians/14.htm">NET Bible</a> for God is not characterized by disorder but by peace. As in all the churches of the saints, <a href="/nheb/1_corinthians/14.htm">New Heart English Bible</a> for God is not a God of confusion, but of peace. As in all the churches of the saints, <a href="/wbt/1_corinthians/14.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a> For God is not the author of confusion, but of peace, as in all churches of the saints. <a href="/wey/1_corinthians/14.htm">Weymouth New Testament</a> For God is not a God of disorder, but of peace, as He is in all the Churches of His people. <a href="/web/1_corinthians/14.htm">World English Bible</a> for God is not a God of confusion but of peace, as in all the assemblies of the saints. <div class="vheading2">Literal Translations</div><a href="/lsv/1_corinthians/14.htm">Literal Standard Version</a> for God is not [a God] of tumult, but of peace, as in all the assemblies of the holy ones. <a href="/blb/1_corinthians/14.htm">Berean Literal Bible</a> For He is not the God of disorder, but of peace. As in all the churches of the saints, <a href="/ylt/1_corinthians/14.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a> for God is not a God of tumult, but of peace, as in all the assemblies of the saints. <a href="/slt/1_corinthians/14.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a> For God is not of unsteadiness, but of peace, as in all the churches of the holy ones.<div class="vheading2">Catholic Translations</div><a href="/drb/1_corinthians/14.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a> For God is not the God of dissension, but of peace: as also I teach in all the churches of the saints. <a href="/cpdv/1_corinthians/14.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a> And God is not of dissension, but of peace, just as I also teach in all the churches of the saints. <a href="/nabre/1_corinthians/14.htm">New American Bible</a> since he is not the God of disorder but of peace. As in all the churches of the holy ones, <a href="/nrsvce/1_corinthians/14.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a> for God is a God not of disorder but of peace. (As in all the churches of the saints,<div class="vheading2">Translations from Aramaic</div><a href="/lamsa/1_corinthians/14.htm">Lamsa Bible</a> For God is not a God of confusion but of peace, and he is in all churches of the saints. <a href="/aramaic-plain-english/1_corinthians/14.htm">Aramaic Bible in Plain English</a> Because God is not chaotic, but peaceful, as in all the assemblies of The Holy Ones.<div class="vheading2">NT Translations</div><a href="/anderson/1_corinthians/14.htm">Anderson New Testament</a> for God is not the author of confusion, but of peace, as in all the assemblies of the saints.<CM> <a href="/godbey/1_corinthians/14.htm">Godbey New Testament</a> for he is not a God of confusion, but of peace. So in all the churches of the saints, <a href="/haweis/1_corinthians/14.htm">Haweis New Testament</a> For God is not the author of confusion, but of peace, as in all the churches of his saints.<CM> <a href="/mace/1_corinthians/14.htm">Mace New Testament</a> for God is not the God of confusion, but of peace, in all christian assemblies. <a href="/wey/1_corinthians/14.htm">Weymouth New Testament</a> For God is not a God of disorder, but of peace, as He is in all the Churches of His people. <a href="/worrell/1_corinthians/14.htm">Worrell New Testament</a> for God is not a God of confusion, but of peace, as in all the assemblies of the saints. <a href="/worsley/1_corinthians/14.htm">Worsley New Testament</a> for God is not the author of confusion, but of peace, as we see in all the assemblies of the saints. <a href="/parallel/1_corinthians/14-33.htm">Additional Translations ...</a></div></div></div><div id="centbox"><div class="padcent"><a name="audio" id="audio"></a><div class="vheadingv">Audio Bible</div><iframe width="100%" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/g-wZWoK_LZU?start=3177" title="YouTube video player" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen></iframe> <div class="vheadingv">Context</div><a href="/bsb/1_corinthians/14.htm">Orderly Worship</a> …32The spirits of prophets are subject to prophets. 33<a href="/greek/1063.htm" title="1063: gar (Conj) -- For. A primary particle; properly, assigning a reason.">For</a> <a href="/greek/1510.htm" title="1510: estin (V-PIA-3S) -- I am, exist. The first person singular present indicative; a prolonged form of a primary and defective verb; I exist.">God is</a> <a href="/greek/3756.htm" title="3756: ou (Adv) -- No, not. Also ouk, and ouch a primary word; the absolute negative adverb; no or not.">not</a> <a href="/greek/3588.htm" title="3588: ho (Art-NMS) -- The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the."></a> <a href="/greek/2316.htm" title="2316: Theos (N-NMS) -- A deity, especially the supreme Divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; by Hebraism, very.">a God</a> <a href="/greek/181.htm" title="181: akatastasias (N-GFS) -- From akatastatos; instability, i.e. Disorder.">of disorder,</a> <a href="/greek/235.htm" title="235: alla (Conj) -- But, except, however. Neuter plural of allos; properly, other things, i.e. contrariwise.">but</a> <a href="/greek/1515.htm" title="1515: eirēnēs (N-GFS) -- Probably from a primary verb eiro; peace; by implication, prosperity.">of peace—</a> <a href="/greek/5613.htm" title="5613: Hōs (Adv) -- Probably adverb of comparative from hos; which how, i.e. In that manner.">as</a> <a href="/greek/1722.htm" title="1722: en (Prep) -- In, on, among. A primary preposition denoting position, and instrumentality, i.e. A relation of rest; in, at, on, by, etc.">in</a> <a href="/greek/3956.htm" title="3956: pasais (Adj-DFP) -- All, the whole, every kind of. Including all the forms of declension; apparently a primary word; all, any, every, the whole.">all</a> <a href="/greek/3588.htm" title="3588: tais (Art-DFP) -- The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the.">the</a> <a href="/greek/1577.htm" title="1577: ekklēsiais (N-DFP) -- From a compound of ek and a derivative of kaleo; a calling out, i.e. a popular meeting, especially a religious congregation.">churches</a> <a href="/greek/3588.htm" title="3588: tōn (Art-GMP) -- The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the.">of the</a> <a href="/greek/40.htm" title="40: hagiōn (Adj-GMP) -- Set apart by (or for) God, holy, sacred. From hagos; sacred.">saints.</a> 34Women are to be silent in the churches. They are not permitted to speak, but must be in submission, as the law says.…<div class="cred"><a href="//berean.bible">Berean Standard Bible</a> · <a href="//berean.bible/downloads.htm">Download</a></div> <a name="crossref" id="crossref"></a><div class="vheading">Cross References</div><div id="crf"><a href="/james/3-16.htm">James 3:16-18</a> For where jealousy and selfish ambition exist, there will be disorder and every evil practice. / But the wisdom from above is first of all pure, then peace-loving, gentle, accommodating, full of mercy and good fruit, impartial, and sincere. / Peacemakers who sow in peace reap the fruit of righteousness. <a href="/philippians/4-9.htm">Philippians 4:9</a> Whatever you have learned or received or heard from me, or seen in me, put it into practice. And the God of peace will be with you. <a href="/romans/15-33.htm">Romans 15:33</a> The God of peace be with all of you. Amen. <a href="/2_corinthians/13-11.htm">2 Corinthians 13:11</a> Finally, brothers, rejoice! Aim for perfect harmony, encourage one another, be of one mind, live in peace. And the God of love and peace will be with you. <a href="/colossians/3-15.htm">Colossians 3:15</a> Let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts, for to this you were called as members of one body. And be thankful. <a href="/1_thessalonians/5-23.htm">1 Thessalonians 5:23</a> Now may the God of peace Himself sanctify you completely, and may your entire spirit, soul, and body be kept blameless at the coming of our Lord Jesus Christ. <a href="/hebrews/13-20.htm">Hebrews 13:20</a> Now may the God of peace, who through the blood of the eternal covenant brought back from the dead our Lord Jesus, that great Shepherd of the sheep, <a href="/1_peter/5-10.htm">1 Peter 5:10</a> And after you have suffered for a little while, the God of all grace, who has called you to His eternal glory in Christ, will Himself restore you, secure you, strengthen you, and establish you. <a href="/ephesians/2-14.htm">Ephesians 2:14-18</a> For He Himself is our peace, who has made the two one and has torn down the dividing wall of hostility / by abolishing in His flesh the law of commandments and decrees. He did this to create in Himself one new man out of the two, thus making peace / and reconciling both of them to God in one body through the cross, by which He put to death their hostility. ... <a href="/john/14-27.htm">John 14:27</a> Peace I leave with you; My peace I give to you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled; do not be afraid. <a href="/isaiah/9-6.htm">Isaiah 9:6</a> For unto us a child is born, unto us a son is given, and the government will be upon His shoulders. And He will be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace. <a href="/isaiah/26-3.htm">Isaiah 26:3</a> You will keep in perfect peace the steadfast of mind, because he trusts in You. <a href="/isaiah/45-7.htm">Isaiah 45:7</a> I form the light and create the darkness; I bring prosperity and create calamity. I, the LORD, do all these things. <a href="/jeremiah/29-11.htm">Jeremiah 29:11</a> For I know the plans I have for you, declares the LORD, plans to prosper you and not to harm you, to give you a future and a hope. <a href="/psalms/29-11.htm">Psalm 29:11</a> The LORD gives His people strength; the LORD blesses His people with peace.</div> <a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div>For God is not the author of confusion, but of peace, as in all churches of the saints.confusion.<a href="/1_corinthians/7-15.htm">1 Corinthians 7:15</a> But if the unbelieving depart, let him depart. A brother or a sister is not under bondage in such cases: but God hath called us to peace.<a href="/luke/2-14.htm">Luke 2:14</a> Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace, good will toward men.<a href="/romans/15-33.htm">Romans 15:33</a> Now the God of peace be with you all. Amen.in.<a href="/1_corinthians/4-17.htm">1 Corinthians 4:17</a> For this cause have I sent unto you Timotheus, who is my beloved son, and faithful in the Lord, who shall bring you into remembrance of my ways which be in Christ, as I teach every where in every church.<a href="/1_corinthians/7-17.htm">1 Corinthians 7:17</a> But as God hath distributed to every man, as the Lord hath called every one, so let him walk. And so ordain I in all churches.<a href="/1_corinthians/11-16.htm">1 Corinthians 11:16</a> But if any man seem to be contentious, we have no such custom, neither the churches of God.<div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/1_corinthians/11-16.htm">Assemblies</a> <a href="/acts/3-15.htm">Author</a> <a href="/1_corinthians/11-16.htm">Churches</a> <a href="/acts/19-32.htm">Confusion</a> <a href="/psalms/74-4.htm">Congregations</a> <a href="/matthew/9-23.htm">Disorder</a> <a href="/1_corinthians/14-19.htm">Order</a> <a href="/1_corinthians/14-30.htm">Peace</a> <a href="/1_corinthians/6-2.htm">Saints</a> <a href="/acts/24-18.htm">Tumult</a> <a href="/1_corinthians/13-11.htm">Ways</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/1_corinthians/14-34.htm">Assemblies</a> <a href="/hebrews/2-10.htm">Author</a> <a href="/1_corinthians/14-34.htm">Churches</a> <a href="/galatians/1-7.htm">Confusion</a> <a href="/psalms/26-12.htm">Congregations</a> <a href="/2_corinthians/12-20.htm">Disorder</a> <a href="/1_corinthians/14-40.htm">Order</a> <a href="/1_corinthians/16-11.htm">Peace</a> <a href="/1_corinthians/16-1.htm">Saints</a> <a href="/numbers/24-17.htm">Tumult</a> <a href="/2_corinthians/8-22.htm">Ways</a><div class="vheading2">1 Corinthians 14</div>1. <a href="/1_corinthians/14-1.htm">Prophecy is commended,</a> 2. <a href="/1_corinthians/14-2.htm">and preferred before speaking in tongues,</a> 6. <a href="/1_corinthians/14-6.htm">by a comparison drawn from musical instruments.</a> 12. <a href="/1_corinthians/14-12.htm">Both must be referred to edification,</a> 22. <a href="/1_corinthians/14-22.htm">as to their true and proper end.</a> 26. <a href="/1_corinthians/14-26.htm">The true use of each is taught,</a> 27. <a href="/1_corinthians/14-27.htm">and the abuse rebuked.</a> 34. <a href="/1_corinthians/14-34.htm">Women in the churches.</a> </div></div><div id="mdd"><div align="center"><div class="bot2"><table align="center" width="100%"><tr><td><div align="center"> <script id="3d27ed63fc4348d5b062c4527ae09445"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=51ce25d5-1a8c-424a-8695-4bd48c750f35&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; </script> <script id="b817b7107f1d4a7997da1b3c33457e03"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=cb0edd8b-b416-47eb-8c6d-3cc96561f7e8&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; </script>  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-2'> </div>  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-0' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div>  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-3'> </div>  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-1' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div>  <div align="center" id='div-gpt-ad-1531425649696-0'> </div> <ins class="adsbygoogle" style="display:inline-block;width:200px;height:200px" data-ad-client="ca-pub-3753401421161123" data-ad-slot="3592799687"></ins> <script> (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); </script> </div> </td></tr></table></div></div></div><div id="combox"><div class="padcom"><a name="study" id="study"></a><div class="vheading"><table width="100%"><tr><td width="99%" valign="top"><a href="/study/1_corinthians/14.htm">Study Bible</a></td><td width="1%" valign="top"><a href="/study/1_corinthians/" title="Book Summary and Study">Book ◦</a> <a href="/study/chapters/1_corinthians/14.htm" title="Chapter summary and Study">Chapter </a></tr></table></div>For God is not a God of disorder This phrase emphasizes the nature of God as one who values order and harmony. In the context of 1 Corinthians, Paul addresses the chaotic and disorderly conduct during worship services in Corinth. The Greek word for "disorder" can also mean confusion or tumult, suggesting that God’s character is inherently opposed to chaos. This aligns with the creation narrative in Genesis, where God brings order out of chaos. Theologically, it underscores the importance of structure and order in worship, reflecting God's orderly nature.but of peace Peace here is not merely the absence of conflict but a state of wholeness and harmony. In the Hebrew context, this aligns with the concept of "shalom," which encompasses completeness and well-being. The peace of God is a recurring theme throughout Scripture, as seen in <a href="/philippians/4-7.htm">Philippians 4:7</a>, where the peace of God transcends understanding. This peace is a fruit of the Spirit (<a href="/galatians/5-22.htm">Galatians 5:22</a>) and is central to the Christian life, reflecting the reconciliation brought by Christ (<a href="/ephesians/2-14.htm">Ephesians 2:14-17</a>).as in all the churches of the saints This phrase indicates that the principles of order and peace are not unique to Corinth but are universal standards for all Christian communities. The term "saints" refers to believers who are set apart for God, emphasizing the collective identity of the church. Historically, early Christian communities were diverse, yet Paul insists on a common standard of conduct. This unity in practice reflects the unity of the body of Christ, as discussed in <a href="/ephesians/4-4.htm">Ephesians 4:4-6</a>. The phrase also suggests that the teachings and practices Paul advocates are consistent with those observed in other churches, reinforcing the apostolic authority and the universality of the gospel message.<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <a href="/topical/a/apostle_paul.htm">Apostle Paul</a> The author of 1 Corinthians, addressing the church in Corinth to provide guidance on orderly worship and spiritual gifts. 2. <a href="/topical/c/church_in_corinth.htm">Church in Corinth</a> A diverse and spiritually gifted congregation facing issues of disorder and confusion during worship services. 3. <a href="/topical/g/god.htm">God</a> Described as a God of peace, emphasizing His nature and the order He desires in worship. 4. <a href="/topical/s/saints.htm">Saints</a> Refers to the believers in all churches, highlighting the universal application of the principle of order and peace. 5. <a href="/topical/w/worship_services.htm">Worship Services</a> The context in which Paul addresses the need for order, focusing on the use of spiritual gifts and the conduct of believers.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><a href="/topical/g/god's_nature_of_order_and_peace.htm">God's Nature of Order and Peace</a> God’s character is inherently orderly and peaceful, and this should be reflected in our worship and daily lives. <a href="/topical/o/order_in_worship.htm">Order in Worship</a> Worship services should be conducted in an orderly manner, allowing for edification and the proper use of spiritual gifts. <a href="/topical/p/peace_among_believers.htm">Peace Among Believers</a> As followers of Christ, we are called to be peacemakers, reflecting God’s peace in our interactions with others. <a href="/topical/u/universal_application.htm">Universal Application</a> The principles of order and peace are not limited to the Corinthian church but are applicable to all churches and believers. <a href="/topical/s/spiritual_maturity.htm">Spiritual Maturity</a> Spiritual maturity involves recognizing and valuing the importance of order and peace in our spiritual practices and community life.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_1_corinthians_14.htm">Top 10 Lessons from 1 Corinthians 14</a> <a href="/q/how_to_find_clarity_in_confusion.htm">How can I find clarity amidst confusion?</a> <a href="/q/meaning_of_'god_isn't_author_of_confusion'.htm">What does "God is not the author of confusion" mean?</a> <a href="/q/who_was_william_of_ockham.htm">Who was William of Ockham and Ockham's Razor?</a> <a href="/q/what_does_the_bible_say_on_confusion.htm">What does the Bible say about confusion?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/ellicott/1_corinthians/14.htm">Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers</a></div>(33) For God is not the author of confusion.--Better, For God is the God, not of confusion, but of peace. The Church is the Church of God, and should bear on it the moral image of its King: there should be order, therefore, not confusion, in their assemblies.As in all churches of the saints.--It is best to make these words read as the commencement of the next subject, thus:--As in all the churches of the saints, let the women keep silence in the churches. At Corinth one evil of neglecting the principles of order just laid down was that women spoke in the public assemblies. This was not the custom in any other churches, therefore the example of other churches was against such a practice.<div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/1_corinthians/14.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div>Verse 33. - Of confusion. The word is rendered "commotion" in <a href="/luke/21-9.htm">Luke 21:9</a>; "tumult," in <a href="/2_corinthians/6-5.htm">2 Corinthians 6:5</a> and 2 Cor 12:20. "Confusion" is, as St. James says (<a href="/james/3-16.htm">James 3:16</a>), the result of envious and pushing egotism. But of peace; which cannot coexist with inflation and restlessness. As in all Churches of the saints. The clause probably belongs to this verse, not to the following. It is a reflection on the exceptional turbulence and disorder which disgraced the Corinthian Church. <a href="/commentaries/1_corinthians/14-33.htm">Parallel Commentaries ...</a> <a name="lexicon" id="lexicon"></a><div class="vheading">Greek</div>For γάρ (gar) Conjunction <a href="/greek/strongs_1063.htm">Strong's 1063: </a> For. A primary particle; properly, assigning a reason. [God] is ἐστιν (estin) Verb - Present Indicative Active - 3rd Person Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_1510.htm">Strong's 1510: </a> I am, exist. The first person singular present indicative; a prolonged form of a primary and defective verb; I exist. not οὐ (ou) Adverb <a href="/greek/strongs_3756.htm">Strong's 3756: </a> No, not. Also ouk, and ouch a primary word; the absolute negative adverb; no or not. a God Θεὸς (Theos) Noun - Nominative Masculine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_2316.htm">Strong's 2316: </a> A deity, especially the supreme Divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; by Hebraism, very. of disorder, ἀκαταστασίας (akatastasias) Noun - Genitive Feminine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_181.htm">Strong's 181: </a> From akatastatos; instability, i.e. Disorder. but ἀλλὰ (alla) Conjunction <a href="/greek/strongs_235.htm">Strong's 235: </a> But, except, however. Neuter plural of allos; properly, other things, i.e. contrariwise. of peace. εἰρήνης (eirēnēs) Noun - Genitive Feminine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_1515.htm">Strong's 1515: </a> Probably from a primary verb eiro; peace; by implication, prosperity. As Ὡς (Hōs) Adverb <a href="/greek/strongs_5613.htm">Strong's 5613: </a> Probably adverb of comparative from hos; which how, i.e. In that manner. in ἐν (en) Preposition <a href="/greek/strongs_1722.htm">Strong's 1722: </a> In, on, among. A primary preposition denoting position, and instrumentality, i.e. A relation of rest; 'in, ' at, on, by, etc. all πάσαις (pasais) Adjective - Dative Feminine Plural <a href="/greek/strongs_3956.htm">Strong's 3956: </a> All, the whole, every kind of. Including all the forms of declension; apparently a primary word; all, any, every, the whole. the ταῖς (tais) Article - Dative Feminine Plural <a href="/greek/strongs_3588.htm">Strong's 3588: </a> The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the. congregations ἐκκλησίαις (ekklēsiais) Noun - Dative Feminine Plural <a href="/greek/strongs_1577.htm">Strong's 1577: </a> From a compound of ek and a derivative of kaleo; a calling out, i.e. a popular meeting, especially a religious congregation. of the τῶν (tōn) Article - Genitive Masculine Plural <a href="/greek/strongs_3588.htm">Strong's 3588: </a> The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the. saints, ἁγίων (hagiōn) Adjective - Genitive Masculine Plural <a href="/greek/strongs_40.htm">Strong's 40: </a> Set apart by (or for) God, holy, sacred. 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