1 Peter 3:9
“Not rendering evil for evil, or railing for railing: but contrariwise blessing; knowing that ye are thereunto called, that ye should inherit a blessing.”
1 Peter 3:9 in 7 translations
- KJVKing James Version
- Not rendering evil for evil, or railing for railing: but contrariwise blessing; knowing that ye are thereunto called, that ye should inherit a blessing.
- DRADouay–Rheims
- Not rendering evil for evil, nor railing for railing, but contrariwise, blessing: for unto this are you called, that you may inherit a blessing.
- ASVAmerican Standard Version
- not rendering evil for evil, or reviling for reviling; but contrariwise blessing; for hereunto were ye called, that ye should inherit a blessing.
- DARBYDarby
- not rendering evil for evil, or railing for railing; but on the contrary, blessing others, because ye have been called to this, that ye should inherit blessing.
- WEBThe World English Bible
- not rendering evil for evil, or insult for insult; but instead blessing; knowing that to this were you called, that you may inherit a blessing.
- YLTYoung's Literal Translation
- not giving back evil for evil, or railing for railing, and on the contrary, blessing, having known that to this ye were called, that a blessing ye may inherit;
- BPVBiblePics Version
- Do not repay evil with evil or insult with insult. On the contrary, repay evil with blessing, because
Context: 1 Peter 3
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.
10For he that will love life, and see good days, let him refrain his tongue from evil, and his lips that they speak no guile:
11Let him eschew evil, and do good; let him seek peace, and ensue it.
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.