Date of Award
12-2010
Embargo Period
1-1-2014
Degree Type
Thesis
Degree Name
Master of Theology (Research) MTh (Research)
Faculty
Arts & Theology
School
Theology
ANZSRC / FoR Code
220401 Christian Studies (incl. Biblical Studies and Church History)
Abstract
This treatise supports the historical view that the tongues phenomenon in 1 Cor 14 is identical to that in Acts 2. Hence, it argues that the tongues referred to in 1 Corinthians are known human languages and not angel speech, riddles, ecstatic irrational utterances or groans. In addition, it contends that this gift was meant to be used for an evangelism that would build up the church. Nevertheless, the local tongues-speakers were abusing this gift by employing it to exalt self, even using it in public worship services where no one present knew the language. It is this abuse that Paul addresses throughout 1 Corinthians, not the phenomenon itself. When seen in this light, the difficult texts in this biblical passage become clear.
Recommended Citation
Burton, L. (2010). Tongues in Corinth - The case for human languages: A study of Corinthians 12-14 (Master's thesis, Avondale College, Cooranbong, Australia). Retrieved from https://research.avondale.edu.au/theses_masters_research/3/
Comments
Used by permission: the author.
A print copy of this thesis is held in the Avondale College Library (SC Theses 234.132 B95).