1 Peter 3:7
“Likewise, ye husbands, dwell with them according to knowledge, giving honour unto the wife, as unto the weaker vessel, and as being heirs together of the grace of life; that your prayers be not hindered.”
1 Peter 3:7 in 7 translations
- KJVKing James Version
- Likewise, ye husbands, dwell with them according to knowledge, giving honour unto the wife, as unto the weaker vessel, and as being heirs together of the grace of life; that your prayers be not hindered.
- DRADouay–Rheims
- Ye husbands, likewise dwelling with them according to knowledge, giving honour to the female as to the weaker vessel, and as to the co-heirs of the grace of life: that your prayers be not hindered.
- ASVAmerican Standard Version
- Ye husbands, in like manner, dwell with your wives according to knowledge, giving honor unto the woman, as unto the weaker vessel, as being also joint-heirs of the grace of life; to the end that your prayers be not hindered.
- DARBYDarby
- Ye husbands likewise, dwell with them according to knowledge, as with a weaker, even the female, vessel, giving them honour, as also fellow-heirs of the grace of life, that your prayers be not hindered.
- WEBThe World English Bible
- You husbands, in the same way, live with your wives according to knowledge, giving honor to the woman, as to the weaker vessel, as being also joint heirs of the grace of life; that your prayers may not be hindered.
- YLTYoung's Literal Translation
- The husbands, in like manner, dwelling with them, according to knowledge, as to a weaker vessel ; to the wife ; imparting honour, as also being heirs together of the grace of life, that your prayers be not hindered.
- BPVBiblePics Version
- Husbands, in the same way, be considerate as you live with your wives and treat them with respect as the weaker partner and as heirs with you of the grace of life, so that nothing will hinder your prayers.
Context: 1 Peter 3
5For after this manner in the old time the holy women also, who trusted in God, adorned themselves, being in subjection unto their own husbands:
6Even as Sara obeyed Abraham, calling him lord: whose daughters ye are, as long as ye do well, and are not afraid with any amazement.
7Likewise, ye husbands, dwell with them according to knowledge, giving honour unto the wife, as unto the weaker vessel, and as being heirs together of the grace of life; that your prayers be not hindered.
8Finally, be ye all of one mind, having compassion one of another, love as brethren, be pitiful, be courteous:
9Not rendering evil for evil, or railing for railing: but contrariwise blessing; knowing that ye are thereunto called, that ye should inherit a blessing.
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.