1 Peter 1:15
But as he which called you is holy, euen so be ye holy also in all maner of conuersation:
Bible (Bishops')
In The King James Version
But as he which hath called you is holy, so be ye holy in all manner of conversation;
In Context
14As obedient chyldren, not fashionyng your selues vnto the former lustes of your ignoraunce:
16Because it is written, be ye holy, for I am holy.
Cross References
Matthew 5:48Ye shall therfore be perfecte, euen as your father, which is in heauen, is perfecte.
Romans 8:28For we knowe yt all thinges worke for the best, vnto them that loue God, to them which also are called of purpose.
Matthew Henry on 1 Peter 1:14-24
Sobriety and Holiness; Exhortation to Brotherly Love. ( a. d. 66.) 13 Wherefore gird up the loins of your mind, be sober, and hope to the end for the grace that is to be brought unto you at the revelation of Jesus Christ; 14 As obedient children, not fashioning yourselves according to the former lusts in your ignorance: 15 But as he which hath called you is holy, so be ye holy in all manner of conversation; 16 Because it is written, Be ye holy; for I am holy. 17 And if ye call on the Father, who without respect of… Read the whole commentary →