1 Peter 1:6

Translations

Modern

In this you greatly rejoice, though now for a little while you may have had to suffer grief in various trials

Traditional

Wherein ye greatly rejoice, though now for a season, if need be, ye are in heaviness through manifold temptations:

Literal

In this you exult, presently for a little while if it is being necessary, having been grieved by various trials,

Latin

In quo exsultabis, modicum nunc si oportet contristari in variis tentationibus:

Original

Greek

English

In this you greatly rejoice, though now for a little while you may have had to suffer grief in various trials

Notes

1 Peter 1:3–9

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.

Theme notes and profiles

Simon Peter “Belief” in the Gospel of John God Protects His Servant Job’s Innocence Miracles Suffering in Following God The Good News Message The Resurrection of the Dead

Related verses

James 1:2
Consider it pure joy, my brothers, when you encounter trials of many kinds,
1 Peter 5:10
And after you have suffered for a little while, the God of all grace, who has called you to His eternal glory in Christ, will Himself restore you, secure you, strengthen you, and establish you.
Romans 12:12
Be joyful in hope, patient in affliction, persistent in prayer.
Romans 5:2
…through whom we have gained access by faith into this grace in which we stand. And we rejoice in the hope of the glory of God.
Matthew 5:12
Rejoice and be glad, because great is your reward in heaven, for in the same way they persecuted the prophets before you.
John 16:33
I have told you these things so that in Me you may have peace. In the world you will have tribulation. But take courage; I have overcome the world!”
Isaiah 61:3
…to console the mourners in Zion—to give them a crown of beauty for ashes, the oil of joy for mourning, and a garment of praise for a spirit of despair. So they will be called oaks of righteousness, the planting of the LORD, that He may be glorified.
John 16:22
So also you have sorrow now, but I will see you again and your hearts will rejoice, and no one will take away your joy.
1 Peter 4:12–13
Beloved, do not be surprised at the fiery trial that has come upon you, as though something strange were happening to you.
Psalm 34:19
Many are the afflictions of the righteous, but the LORD delivers him from them all.
Psalm 119:28
My soul melts with sorrow; strengthen me according to Your word.
Matthew 11:28
Come to Me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest.

Glossary

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

Topics

Afflictions and Adversities of Saints: Temporary Afflictions and Adversities: Design of Afflictions and Adversities: Resignation In Afflictions of Saints, are but Temporary Difficult Times Doubting: General Scriptures Concerning Faith: Often Tried by Affliction Joy of Saints should be Under Trials Perseverance: General Scriptures Concerning Pressure Refiner's Fire Resignation: General Scriptures Concerning Temptation: A Test Temptation: General Scriptures Concerning Temptation: Saints May be in Heaviness Through Why Me

1 Peter 1:6

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