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1 Peter 3:8
8Finally, all of you be like-minded [united in spirit], sympathetic, brotherly, kindhearted [courteous and compassionate toward each other as members of one household], and humble in spirit;
1 Peter 3:8 in other versions
- King James Version (KJV)Finally, be ye all of one mind, having compassion one of another, love as brethren, be pitiful, be courteous:
- New International Version (NIV)Finally, all of you, be like-minded, be sympathetic, love one another, be compassionate and humble.
- English Standard Version (ESV)Finally, all of you, have unity of mind, sympathy, brotherly love, a tender heart, and a humble mind.
- New King James Version (NKJV)Finally, all of you be of one mind, having compassion for one another; love as brothers, be tenderhearted, be courteous;
Context of 1 Peter 3:8
6just as Sarah obeyed Abraham [following him and having regard for him as head of their house], calling him lord. And you have become her daughters if you do what is right without being frightened by any fear [that is, being respectful toward your husband but not giving in to intimidation, nor allowing yourself to be led into sin, nor to be harmed]. 7In the same way, you husbands, live with your wives in an understanding way [with great gentleness and tact, and with an intelligent regard for the marriage relationship], as with someone physically weaker, since she is a woman. Show her honor and respect as a fellow heir of the grace of life, so that your prayers will not be hindered or ineffective. Finally, all of you be like-minded [united in spirit], sympathetic, brotherly, kindhearted [courteous and compassionate toward each other as members of one household], and humble in spirit; 9and never return evil for evil or insult for insult [avoid scolding, berating, and any kind of abuse], but on the contrary, give a blessing [pray for one another’s well-being, contentment, and protection]; for you have been called for this very purpose, that you might inherit a blessing [from God that brings well-being, happiness, and protection]. 10For, “The one who wants to enjoy life and see good days [good—whether apparent or not], Must keep his tongue free from evil and his lips from speaking guile (treachery, deceit).
Read all of 1 Peter 31 Peter 3:8 word by word
Τὸ δὲ τέλος πάντες ὁμόφρονες, συμπαθεῖς, φιλάδελφοι, εὔσπλαγχνοι, ταπεινόφρονες,Read the interlinear
Words taken from the KJV.
- ·ὁho hē to · the/this/whoG3588
- ·δέde · thenG1161
- Finallyτέλοςtelos · goal/taxG5056
- allπᾶςpas · allG3956
- of one mindὁμόφρωνhomophrōn · like-mindedG3675
- having compassion one of anotherσυμπαθήςsumpathēs · sympatheticG4835
- love as brethrenφιλάδελφοςphiladelphos · loving the brothersG5361
- pitifulεὔσπλαγχνοςeusplagchnos · compassionateG2155
- courteousφιλόφρωνphilophrōn · friendlyG5391
Cross-references for 1 Peter 3:8
- Acts 2:1When the day of Pentecost had come, they were all together in one place,
- Acts 4:32Now the company of believers was of one heart and soul, and not one [of them] claimed that anything belonging to him was [exclusively] his own, but everything was common property and for the use of all.
- Romans 12:16Live in harmony with one another; do not be haughty [conceited, self-important, exclusive], but associate with humble people [those with a realistic self-view]. Do not overestimate yourself.
- Romans 15:5Now may the God who gives endurance and who supplies encouragement grant that you be of the same mind with one another according to Christ Jesus,
- 1 Corinthians 1:10But I urge you, believers, by the name of our Lord Jesus Christ, that all of you be in full agreement in what you say, and that there be no divisions or factions among you, but that you be perfectly united in your way of thinking and in your judgment [about matters of the faith].
- Philippians 3:16Only let us stay true to what we have already attained.
- Zechariah 7:9“Thus has the Lord of hosts said, ‘Dispense true justice and practice kindness and compassion, to each other;
- Matthew 18:33Should you not have had mercy on your fellow slave [who owed you little by comparison], as I had mercy on you?’
- Luke 10:33But a Samaritan (foreigner), who was traveling, came upon him; and when he saw him, he was deeply moved with compassion [for him],
- Romans 12:15Rejoice with those who rejoice [sharing others’ joy], and weep with those who weep [sharing others’ grief].
- 1 Corinthians 12:26And if one member suffers, all the parts share the suffering; if one member is honored, all rejoice with it.
- James 2:13For judgment will be merciless to one who has shown no mercy; but [to the one who has shown mercy] mercy triumphs [victoriously] over judgment.
- James 3:17But the wisdom from above is first pure [morally and spiritually undefiled], then peace-loving [courteous, considerate], gentle, reasonable [and willing to listen], full of compassion and good fruits. It is unwavering, without [self-righteous] hypocrisy [and self-serving guile].
- 1 Peter 1:22Since by your obedience to the truth you have purified yourselves for a sincere love of the believers, [see that you] love one another from the heart [always unselfishly seeking the best for one another],
- 1 Peter 2:17Show respect for all people [treat them honorably], love the brotherhood [of believers], fear God, honor the king.
- Romans 12:10Be devoted to one another with [authentic] brotherly affection [as members of one family], give preference to one another in honor;
Commentaries on 1 Peter 3:8
- Adam Clarke Bible Commentary · v. 8Be ye all of one mind - Unity, both in the family and in the Church, being essentially necessary to peace and salvation. See on Romans 12:16; (note); Romans 15:5; (note). Having compassion - · Being sympathetic; feeling for each other; bearing each other's burdens. Love as brethren - · Be lovers of the brethren. Pitiful - · Tender-hearted; let your bowels yearn over the distressed and afflicted. Courteous - · Be friendly-minded; acquire and cultivate a…Read the comment
- Barnes’ Notes on the Bible · v. 8Finally - As the last direction, or as general counsel in reference to your conduct in all the relations of life. The apostle had specified most of the important relations which Christians sustain, 1 Peter 2:13-25; 1 Peter 3:1-7; and he now gives a general direction in regard to their conduct in all those relations. Be ye all of one mind - See the notes at Romans 12:16. The word used here ( ̔́ homophrōn) does not elsewhere occur in the New Testament. It…Read the comment
- Matthew Henry Concise Commentary · v. 8-13Verses 8-13 Though Christians cannot always be exactly of the same mind, yet they should have compassion one of another, and love as brethren. If any man desires to live comfortably on earth, or to possess eternal life in heaven, he must bridle his tongue from wicked, abusive, or deceitful words. He must forsake and keep far from evil actions, do all the good he can, and seek peace with all men. For God, all-wise and every where present, watches over the…Read the comment
- Tyndale Open Study Notes · v. 8-12Finally: This is the last in a series of instructions to different groups (2:13–3:12). Here, all Christians should respond to other people with love, both believers and unbelievers (3:8; 3:9–12).Read the comment
- Jamieson–Fausset–Brown Commentary · v. 88. General summary of relative duty, after having detailed particular duties from 1Pe 2:18. of one mind--as to the faith. having compassion one of another--Greek, "sympathizing" in the joy and sorrow of others. love as brethren--Greek, "loving the brethren." pitiful--towards the afflicted. courteous--genuine Christian politeness; not the tinsel of the world's politeness; stamped with unfeigned love on one side, and humility on the other. But the oldest…Read the comment
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Commentaries on 1 Peter 3
- Adam Clarke Bible Commentary
- Barnes’ Notes on the Bible
- Matthew Henry Concise Commentary
- Tyndale Open Study Notes
- Jamieson–Fausset–Brown Commentary
- Calvin’s Commentaries
- John Wesley’s Notes
- Illustrated New Testament
- Burkitt’s Expository Notes
- Darby Translation Notes
- Family Bible Notes
- Geneva Bible Translation Notes
- Kingcomments
- Luther’s Commentary on Selected Bible Passages
- Matthew Henry’s Complete Commentary
- Matthew Henry’s Modern English Commentary
- The People’s New Testament
- Robertson’s Word Pictures
- Scofield Reference Notes, 1917 Edition
- Original Douay–Rheims Annotations
- Seventh-day Adventist Bible Commentary
- EGW Writings
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