Verse 32 The meaning of the verse is, that they who speak are not under an irresistible influence, but may speak or refrain from speaking, as they please. 1 Corinthians 14:34,35. In ch. 11, Paul seems to tolerate the practice of females' taking a part in the religious services of public assemblies, under certain restrictions, which he there prescribes. In this passage, however, the prohibition of such a practice seems to be absolute and unequivocal.