Sunday Twists S2E9_Speaking in Tongues vs Speaking in Other Tongues_ unraveled.

Another moment to unravel knots as regards the Bible and Christianity is here…It’s Sunday Twists 😌 again.Time to unravel last week’s twist.Special thanks to everyone who contributed to last week’s post.(In Layi Wasabi’s voice)Now let’s get to the business of the day…🤭 <blockquote>Speaking in tongues and speaking in other tongues </blockquote>At first glance, the phrases sound identical (especially if you’re reading King James Version Bible… you go cryyyy 😂). Because of this, many people assume they describe the same experience. However, they actually point to two different expressions of spiritual speech.Understanding this distinction clears the air and brings clarity.I’ll try my possible best to explain this without sounding confusing.<h3>1. Speaking in Other Tongues — Xenolalia</h3>The phrase “other tongues” appears most prominently in Acts 2, during the Day of Pentecost.<blockquote>📖 Acts 2:4 “They began to speak with Other Tongues, as the Spirit gave them utterance.”</blockquote>This phenomenon is best described as Xenolalia.Xenolalia comes from two Greek words:xenos (foreign)lalia (speech)It refers to miraculously speaking real, existing human languages that the speaker has never learned.On the Day of Pentecost:..The disciples spoke..The listeners understood.Each person heard the message in their own native language<blockquote>📖 Acts 2:6 “Every man heard them speak in his own language.”</blockquote>Its characteristics include real, identifiable human languages, immediately understood by listeners.An incident like this also occurred with a late God’s General when he went to preach in a foreign country. Initially, he was given an interpreter, but the moment he opened his mouth, he spoke their language fluently throughout the entire crusade.THAT’S XENOLALIA.Its essence for Christians is to be a sign to unbelievers, closely tied to evangelism. <h3>2. Speaking in Tongues — Glossolalia</h3>The phrase “speaking in tongues” is emphasized in 1 Corinthians 12–14, where Paul addresses spiritual gifts within the church.<blockquote>📖 1 Corinthians 14:2 “He who speaks in a tongue does not speak to men but to God; for no one understands him.”</blockquote>This form of speech aligns with what scholars call Glossolalia.Glossolalia comes from:glōssa (tongue/language)lalia (speech)Glossolalia refers to speaking in an unknown or spiritual language that is not naturally understood by humans.It is not an identifiable human language by default and is used in prayer or worship to edify the speaker.It requires interpretation for congregational benefit, and it must be practiced with order.This is the common one we popularly call “kabashing… blah blah”(You really don’t expect me to start typing tongues 👀😅)In essence:Speaking in tongues (Glossolalia) is speech directed to God, unless interpreted.<blockquote>A Quick Diversion… When you pray in tongues to edify yourself and a word or phrase pops into your mind, note it. THAT’S THE INTERPRETATION of what you were tonguing. If you’re expecting a long interpretation, remember what just “Mene, Mene, Tekel, Upharsin” meant in Daniel 5:25–28. Sometimes interpretation is short, precise, and direct. That’s a hack to understanding interpretation of tongues.</blockquote><h2>Why This Matters</h2>The Bible does not contradict itself on tongues—it presents different manifestations for different purposes. Confusion arises when these two expressions are merged or when one is used to invalidate the other.Paul affirms spiritual expression, but he also emphasizes clarity, love, and order.<blockquote>📖 1 Corinthians 14:40 “Let all things be done decently and in order.”</blockquote><h4>Final Summary</h4>Speaking in other tongues (Xenolalia) is a miraculous ability to speak human languages so people can understand.Speaking in tongues (Glossolalia) is a spiritual language primarily used to communicate with God.Different expressions.Same Spirit.Different purposes. <blockquote>PEACE 😌✌️</blockquote>

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