γλῶσσα
glōssa
“tongue”
Definition
the tongue; by implication, a language (specially, one naturally unacquired)
of uncertain affinity;
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logos (G3056)
word, saying, account
Grammar & Morphology
Noun (Feminine)
G:N-F
Greek Noun, Feminine
Occurrences
γλῶσσα appears 47 times in the New Testament.
Distribution by Book
Key Passages
to another the working of miracles, to another prophecy, to another distinguishing between spirits, to another speaking in various tongues, and to still another the interpretation of tongues.
So it is with you. Unless you speak intelligible words with your tongue, how will anyone know what you are saying? You will just be speaking into the air.
So, my brothers, be eager to prophesy, and do not forbid speaking in tongues.
If anyone considers himself religious and yet does not bridle his tongue, he deceives his heart and his religion is worthless.
and every tongue confess that Jesus Christ is Lord,to the glory of God the Father.
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