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October 15, 2025Journal of Pentecostal Theology

Tongues as Glossolalic Prayer – a Pentecostal Invention?

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JGJohn GreshamSacred Heart Major Seminary

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This analysis reveals the historical context of tongues in Pentecostalism, suggesting glossolalic understanding reflects ecclesial tradition and fresh biblical insights.

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The analysis disputes the claim that glossolalic tongues were an invention, arguing they represent a historical rediscovery.
It emphasizes that the early Pentecostal interpretation of tongues aligns with patristic traditions rather than rationalistic bias from higher critics.
The findings indicate that xenolalia emerged post-decline of charismatic gifts, contrasting earlier evidence of glossolalic tongues.
The study reinforces the significance of historical context in interpreting religious practices and traditions within Pentecostalism.

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John Gresham (2025) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/68efbd16d61273c8652d8153 https://doi.org/10.1163/17455251-bja10073

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This analysis reveals the historical context of tongues in Pentecostalism, suggesting glossolalic understanding reflects ecclesial tradition and fresh biblical insights.

Tongues as Glossolalic Prayer – a Pentecostal Invention?

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Tongues as Glossolalic Prayer – a Pentecostal Invention?

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