1 Peter 3:14
“But and if ye suffer for righteousness' sake, happy are ye: and be not afraid of their terror, neither be troubled;”
1 Peter 3:14 in 7 translations
- KJVKing James Version
- But and if ye suffer for righteousness' sake, happy are ye: and be not afraid of their terror, neither be troubled;
- DRADouay–Rheims
- But if also you suffer any thing for justice' sake, blessed are ye. And be not afraid of their fear, and be not troubled.
- ASVAmerican Standard Version
- But even if ye should suffer for righteousness'sake, blessed are ye: and fear not their fear, neither be troubled;
- DARBYDarby
- But if also ye should suffer for righteousness' sake, blessed are ye; but be not afraid of their fear, neither be troubled;
- WEBThe World English Bible
- But even if you should suffer for righteousness' sake, you are blessed. Don't fear what they fear, neither be troubled.
- YLTYoung's Literal Translation
- but if ye also should suffer because of righteousness, happy are ye! and of their fear be not afraid, nor be troubled,
- BPVBiblePics Version
- If you suffer for doing what is right, you are blessed. Do not be afraid of what they fear, and do not let it trouble you.
Context: 1 Peter 3
12For the eyes of the Lord are over the righteous, and his ears are open unto their prayers: but the face of the Lord is against them that do evil.
13And who is he that will harm you, if ye be followers of that which is good?
14But and if ye suffer for righteousness' sake, happy are ye: and be not afraid of their terror, neither be troubled;
15But sanctify the Lord God in your hearts: and be ready always to give an answer to every man that asketh you a reason of the hope that is in you with meekness and fear:
16Having a good conscience; that, whereas they speak evil of you, as of evildoers, they may be ashamed that falsely accuse your good conversation in Christ.
About 1 Peter 3: Living in Harmony
This chapter addresses relationships within the community of believers, emphasizing the importance of living in peace and harmony with one another. The author also encourages wives to respect their husbands and husbands to love their wives.
Commentary
In 1 Peter 3, the apostle Peter continues to encourage believers to live a life of holiness and righteousness. He begins by reminding them to be submissive to their husbands, even if they are not believers. He encourages them to do this not only out of obedience, but also out of respect for their husbands. He then goes on to encourage them to live a life of holiness and purity, and to be mindful of their speech and actions. He reminds them that they are to be a witness to the world of the power of the gospel, and that their lives should reflect the truth of the gospel. He also encourages them to be prepared to give an answer to anyone who asks them about their faith. Finally, he reminds them to be patient and to trust in God, even in the midst of suffering.