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1 Peter 3

1 Peter 3:11

Turning from Evil · 1 Peter 3:8–13
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Translations

Modern
He must turn from evil and do good; he must seek peace and pursue it.
Traditional
Let him eschew evil, and do good; let him seek peace, and ensue it.
Literal
And let him turn away from evil, and let him do good; let him seek peace and let him pursue it.
Latin
Declinet a malo, et faciat bonum: inquirat pacem, et sequatur eam:

Original

Greek
English
He must turn from evil and do good; he must seek peace and pursue it.

Notes

1 Peter 3:10–12

Peter emphasizes the connection between a person’s conduct and the blessing that God gives by quoting Psalm 34:12–16. This psalm was important in early Christian teaching (see also 1 Peter 2:3; Hebrews 12:14). The passage teaches believers to control their speech, resist evil, and do good. It also highlights God’s promise to bless those who obey him.

1 Peter 3:8–12

Finally: 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).

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Topics

Commandments: Other Apostles: Precepts of, Explicitly Stated or Implied in Didactic Epistles Living Holy Longevity: General Scriptures Concerning Meekness: General Scriptures Concerning Peace: Necessary to the Enjoyment of Life Peace: Saints should Seek Peace: Social Reward: A Motive to Faithfulness Righteousness: Fruits of