2 Peter 3:1
“This second epistle, beloved, I now write unto you; in both which I stir up your pure minds by way of remembrance:”
2 Peter 3:1 in 7 translations
- KJVKing James Version
- This second epistle, beloved, I now write unto you; in both which I stir up your pure minds by way of remembrance:
- DRADouay–Rheims
- Behold this second epistle I write to you, my dearly beloved, in which I stir up by way of admonition your sincere mind:
- ASVAmerican Standard Version
- This is now, beloved, the second epistle that I write unto you; and in both of them I stir up your sincere mind by putting you in remembrance;
- DARBYDarby
- This, a second letter, beloved, I already write to you, in both which I stir up, in the way of putting you in remembrance, your pure mind,
- WEBThe World English Bible
- This is now, beloved, the second letter that I have written to you; and in both of them I stir up your sincere mind by reminding you;
- YLTYoung's Literal Translation
- This, now, beloved, a second letter to you I write, in both which I stir up your pure mind in reminding you,
- BPVBiblePics Version
- This second letter, dear friends, I am writing to remind you and stir up your sincere minds.
Context: 2 Peter 3
1This second epistle, beloved, I now write unto you; in both which I stir up your pure minds by way of remembrance:
2That ye may be mindful of the words which were spoken before by the holy prophets, and of the commandment of us the apostles of the Lord and Saviour:
3Knowing this first, that there shall come in the last days scoffers, walking after their own lusts,
About 2 Peter 3: The Coming Day of the Lord
This chapter addresses the subject of the second coming of Christ and the end of the world. The author emphasizes the need to be prepared for that day and to live a godly life. The author also addresses the common objections of mockers and the apparent delay of Christ's return.
Commentary
In 2 Peter 3, the Apostle Peter continues to warn his readers of the dangers of false teachers and their teachings. He begins by reminding them of the promise of the Lord’s return, and that they should be patient and wait for it. He then goes on to warn them of the scoffers who will come and mock the promise of the Lord’s return. He encourages them to remain steadfast in their faith and not be swayed by the false teachings of these scoffers.