1 Peter 1:4

A Living Hope · 1 Peter 1:3–12
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Translations

Modern
…and into an inheritance that is imperishable, undefiled, and unfading, reserved in heaven for you,
Traditional
To an inheritance incorruptible, and undefiled, and that fadeth not away, reserved in heaven for you,
Literal
…into an inheritance imperishable and undefiled and unfading, being kept in the heavens for you,
Latin
…in hæreditatem incorruptibilem, et incontaminatam, et immarcescibilem, conservatam in cælis in vobis,

Original

Greek
English
…and into an inheritance that is imperishable, undefiled, and unfading, reserved in heaven for you,

Notes

The language of inheritance often refers to what God has promised his people. It originally applied to the land of Israel (see Deuteronomy 3:28). Later, inheritance came to mean the people of God and God's presence with them (see Psalm 33:12; Ezekiel 44:28). In the New Testament, the inheritance is the spiritual benefits and eternal salvation that God promises to his people (see Ephesians 1:11; Hebrews 9:15).

In most New Testament letters, a section of thanks or praise follows the greeting. Peter praises God because his mercy gives new spiritual life. This life creates hope for the future, even during difficult times.

Glossary

Bible, Manuscripts and Text of the (New Testament) Book of Job Gospel Heaven Inheritance Peter, First Letter of

Topics

Doctrine of Heaven Election: Ensures to Saints: The Inheritance Heaven: Saints Rewarded In Heaven: Unclassified Scriptures Relating To Holy Land: A Type of the Rest That Remains for Saints Immortality: General Scriptures Concerning New Birth Perseverance: General Scriptures Concerning Praise is Due to God on Account of The Hope of Glory The Reward of Saints: Inheritance Incorruptible