Hi mormonmusic, Hope its not too late to share some thoughts on your post. I actually like the way these scriptures are worded. 1. I believe diversities of operations refers to a knowledge or understanding of the workings of various things. Whether it be of God, or The Plan, or perhaps even the intentions of others. 2. Differences of administration I would say is similar to diversities of operations. To me this means, an understanding/knowledge of the way things are performed in heaven and on earth, or in other words administered. I believe that there is direct relevance to these two gifts and that is why they are 'grouped' if you will, in verse. Any thoughts?