1 Peter 3:14

But even if you do suffer because of righteousness, you are blessed. Do not fear people's threats or be troubled,

Text-Critical English NT

In The King James Version

But and if ye suffer for righteousness’ sake, happy are ye: and be not afraid of their terror, neither be troubled;

In Context

13Now who will harm you if you become imitators of what is good?

15but sanctify the Lord God in your hearts. Always be ready to make a defense to anyone who asks you for an explanation of the hope you have within you, with gentleness and respect,

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Cross References

Matthew 10:18For my sake you will even be brought before governors and kings as witnesses to them and to the Gentiles.

Matthew 10:31So do not be afraid; you are of more value than many sparrows.

Matthew 16:25For whoever wants to save his life will lose it, but whoever loses his life for my sake will find it.

Matthew Henry on 1 Peter 3:9-16

Duties towards Friends and Enemies. ( a. d. 66.) 8 Finally, be ye all of one mind, having compassion one of another, love as brethren, be pitiful, be courteous: 9 Not rendering evil for evil, or railing for railing: but contrariwise blessing; knowing that ye are thereunto called, that ye should inherit a blessing. 10 For he that will love life, and see good days, let him refrain his tongue from evil, and his lips that they speak no guile: 11 Let him eschew evil, and do good; let him seek peace, and ensue it. 12… Read the whole commentary →

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