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1 Peter 4

1 Forasmuch then as Christ suffered in the flesh, arm ye yourselves also with the same mind; for he that hath suffered in the flesh hath ceased from sin;

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • Forasmuch then as G3767 (οὖν) — (adverbially) certainly, or (conjunctionally) accordingly
  • Christ G5547 (Χριστός) — anointed, i.e. the Messiah, an epithet of Jesus
  • hath suffered G3958 (πάσχω) — to experience a sensation or impression (usually painful)
  • for G5228 (ὑπέρ) — "over", i.e. (with the genitive case) of place, above, beyond, across, or causal, for the sake of, instead, regarding; with the accusative case superior to, m…
  • us G1473 (ἐγώ)
  • in the flesh G4561 (σάρξ) — flesh (as stripped of the skin), i.e. (strictly) the meat of an animal (as food), or (by extension) the body (as opposed to the soul (or spirit), or as the sy…
  • arm G3695 (ὁπλίζω) — to equip (with weapons (middle voice and figuratively))
  • yourselves G4771 (σύ) — thou
  • likewise G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • with the same G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • mind G1771 (ἔννοια) — thoughtfulness, i.e. moral understanding
  • for G3754 (ὅτι) — demonstrative, that (sometimes redundant); causative, because
  • he that hath suffered G3958 (πάσχω) — to experience a sensation or impression (usually painful)
  • in G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
  • the flesh G4561 (σάρξ) — flesh (as stripped of the skin), i.e. (strictly) the meat of an animal (as food), or (by extension) the body (as opposed to the soul (or spirit), or as the sy…
  • hath ceased G3973 (παύω) — to stop (transitively or intransitively), i.e. restrain, quit, desist, come to an end
  • from sin G266 (ἁμαρτία) — a sin (properly abstract)

2 that ye no longer should live the rest of your time in the flesh to the lusts of men, but to the will of God.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • That G1519 (εἰς) — to or into (indicating the point reached or entered), of place, time, or (figuratively) purpose (result, etc.); also in adverbial phrases
  • he G980 (βιόω) — to spend existence
  • no longer G3371 (μηκέτι) — no further
  • should live G980 (βιόω) — to spend existence
  • the rest G1954 (ἐπίλοιπος) — left over, i.e. remaining
  • of G5550 (χρόνος) — a space of time (in general, and thus properly distinguished from , which designates a fixed or special occasion; and from , which denotes a particular period…
  • time G5550 (χρόνος) — a space of time (in general, and thus properly distinguished from , which designates a fixed or special occasion; and from , which denotes a particular period…
  • in G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
  • the flesh G4561 (σάρξ) — flesh (as stripped of the skin), i.e. (strictly) the meat of an animal (as food), or (by extension) the body (as opposed to the soul (or spirit), or as the sy…
  • to the lusts G1939 (ἐπιθυμία) — a longing (especially for what is forbidden)
  • of men G444 (ἄνθρωπος) — man-faced, i.e. a human being
  • but G235 (ἀλλά) — properly, other things, i.e. (adverbially) contrariwise (in many relations)
  • to the will G2307 (θέλημα) — a determination (properly, the thing), i.e. (actively) choice (specially, purpose, decree; abstractly, volition) or (passively) inclination
  • of God G2316 (θεός) — a deity, especially (with ) the supreme Divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; by Hebraism, very

3 For the time past may suffice to have wrought the desire of the Gentiles, and to have walked in lasciviousness, lusts, winebibbings, revellings, carousings, and abominable idolatries:

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • For G1063 (γάρ) — properly, assigning a reason (used in argument, explanation or intensification; often with other particles)
  • the time G5550 (χρόνος) — a space of time (in general, and thus properly distinguished from , which designates a fixed or special occasion; and from , which denotes a particular period…
  • past G3928 (παρέρχομαι) — to come near or aside, i.e. to approach (arrive), go by (or away), (figuratively) perish or neglect, (causative) avert
  • of G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • of G979 (βίος) — life, i.e. (literally) the present state of existence; by implication, the means of livelihood
  • life G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • life G979 (βίος) — life, i.e. (literally) the present state of existence; by implication, the means of livelihood
  • may suffice G713 (ἀρκετός) — satisfactory
  • us G1473 (ἐγώ)
  • to have wrought G2716 (κατεργάζομαι) — to work fully, i.e. accomplish; by implication, to finish, fashion
  • the will G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the will G2307 (θέλημα) — a determination (properly, the thing), i.e. (actively) choice (specially, purpose, decree; abstractly, volition) or (passively) inclination
  • of the Gentiles G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • of the Gentiles G1484 (ἔθνος) — a race (as of the same habit), i.e. a tribe; specially, a foreign (non-Jewish) one (usually, by implication, pagan)
  • when we walked G4198 (πορεύομαι) — to traverse, i.e. travel (literally or figuratively; especially to remove (figuratively, die), live, etc.);
  • in G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
  • lasciviousness G766 (ἀσέλγεια) — licentiousness (sometimes including other vices)
  • lusts G1939 (ἐπιθυμία) — a longing (especially for what is forbidden)
  • excess of wine G3632 (οἰνοφλυγία) — an overflow (or surplus) of wine, i.e. vinolency (drunkenness)
  • revellings G2970 (κῶμος) — a carousal (as if letting loose)
  • banquetings G4224 (πότος) — a drinking-bout or carousal
  • and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • abominable G111 (ἀθέμιτος) — illegal; by implication, flagitious
  • idolatries G1495 (εἰδωλολατρεία) — image-worship (literally or figuratively)

4 wherein they think it strange that ye run not with them into the same excess of riot, speaking evil of you:

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • Wherein G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
  • G3739 (ὅς) — the relatively (sometimes demonstrative) pronoun, who, which, what, that
  • they think it strange G3579 (ξενίζω) — to be a host (passively, a guest); by implication, be (make, appear) strange
  • that ye G4771 (σύ) — thou
  • run G4936 (συντρέχω) — to rush together (hastily assemble) or headlong (figuratively)
  • not G3361 (μή) — (adverb) not, (conjunction) lest; also (as an interrogative implying a negative answer (whereas expects an affirmative one)) whether
  • with G1519 (εἰς) — to or into (indicating the point reached or entered), of place, time, or (figuratively) purpose (result, etc.); also in adverbial phrases
  • to G1519 (εἰς) — to or into (indicating the point reached or entered), of place, time, or (figuratively) purpose (result, etc.); also in adverbial phrases
  • the same G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • excess G401 (ἀνάχυσις) — properly, effusion, i.e. (figuratively) license
  • of riot G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • of riot G810 (ἀσωτία) — properly, unsavedness, i.e. (by implication) profligacy
  • speaking evil of G987 (βλασφημέω) — to vilify; specially, to speak impiously

5 who shall give account to him that is ready to judge the living and the dead.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • Who G3739 (ὅς) — the relatively (sometimes demonstrative) pronoun, who, which, what, that
  • shall give G591 (ἀποδίδωμι) — to give away, i.e. up, over, back, etc. (in various applications)
  • account G3056 (λόγος) — something said (including the thought); by implication, a topic (subject of discourse), also reasoning (the mental faculty) or motive; by extension, a computa…
  • to him that is G2192 (ἔχω) — to hold (used in very various applications, literally or figuratively, direct or remote; such as possession; ability, contiuity, relation, or condition)
  • ready G2093 (ἑτοίμως) — in readiness
  • to judge G2919 (κρίνω) — by implication, to try, condemn, punish
  • the quick G2198 (ζάω) — to live (literally or figuratively)
  • and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • the dead G3498 (νεκρός) — dead (literally or figuratively; also as noun)

6 For unto this end was the gospel preached even to the dead, that they might be judged indeed according to men in the flesh, but live according to God in the spirit.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • G3303 (μέν) — properly, indicative of affirmation or concession (in fact); usually followed by a contrasted clause with (this one, the former, etc.)
  • For G1063 (γάρ) — properly, assigning a reason (used in argument, explanation or intensification; often with other particles)
  • for G1519 (εἰς) — to or into (indicating the point reached or entered), of place, time, or (figuratively) purpose (result, etc.); also in adverbial phrases
  • this cause G3778 (οὗτος) — the he (she or it), i.e. this or that (often with article repeated)
  • was the gospel preached G2097 (εὐαγγελίζω) — to announce good news ("evangelize") especially the gospel
  • also G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • to them that are dead G3498 (νεκρός) — dead (literally or figuratively; also as noun)
  • that G2443 (ἵνα) — in order that (denoting the purpose or the result)
  • they might be judged G2919 (κρίνω) — by implication, to try, condemn, punish
  • according to G2596 (κατά) — (prepositionally) down (in place or time), in varied relations (according to the case (genitive, dative or accusative) with which it is joined)
  • men G444 (ἄνθρωπος) — man-faced, i.e. a human being
  • in the flesh G4561 (σάρξ) — flesh (as stripped of the skin), i.e. (strictly) the meat of an animal (as food), or (by extension) the body (as opposed to the soul (or spirit), or as the sy…
  • but G1161 (δέ) — but, and, etc.
  • live G2198 (ζάω) — to live (literally or figuratively)
  • God G2316 (θεός) — a deity, especially (with ) the supreme Divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; by Hebraism, very
  • in the spirit G4151 (πνεῦμα) — a current of air, i.e. breath (blast) or a breeze; by analogy or figuratively, a spirit, i.e. (human) the rational soul, (by implication) vital principle, men…

7 But the end of all things is at hand: be ye therefore of sound mind, and be sober unto prayer:

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • But G1161 (δέ) — but, and, etc.
  • the end G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the end G5056 (τέλος) — properly, the point aimed at as a limit, i.e. (by implication) the conclusion of an act or state (termination (literally, figuratively or indefinitely), resul…
  • of all things G3956 (πᾶς) — all, any, every, the whole
  • is at hand G1448 (ἐγγίζω) — to make near, i.e. (reflexively) approach
  • be ye G4993 (σωφρονέω) — to be of sound mind, i.e. sane, (figuratively) moderate
  • therefore G3767 (οὖν) — (adverbially) certainly, or (conjunctionally) accordingly
  • sober G4993 (σωφρονέω) — to be of sound mind, i.e. sane, (figuratively) moderate
  • and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • watch G3525 (νήφω) — to abstain from wine (keep sober), i.e. (figuratively) be discreet
  • unto G1519 (εἰς) — to or into (indicating the point reached or entered), of place, time, or (figuratively) purpose (result, etc.); also in adverbial phrases
  • prayer G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • prayer G4335 (προσευχή) — prayer (worship); by implication, an oratory (chapel)

8 above all things being fervent in your love among yourselves; for love covereth a multitude of sins:

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • And G1161 (δέ) — but, and, etc.
  • above G4253 (πρό) — "fore", i.e. in front of, prior (figuratively, superior) to
  • all things G3956 (πᾶς) — all, any, every, the whole
  • have G2192 (ἔχω) — to hold (used in very various applications, literally or figuratively, direct or remote; such as possession; ability, contiuity, relation, or condition)
  • fervent G1618 (ἐκτενής) — intent
  • charity G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • charity G26 (ἀγάπη) — love, i.e. affection or benevolence; specially (plural) a love-feast
  • among G1519 (εἰς) — to or into (indicating the point reached or entered), of place, time, or (figuratively) purpose (result, etc.); also in adverbial phrases
  • yourselves G1438 (ἑαυτοῦ) — him- (her-, it-, them-, also (in conjunction with the personal pronoun of the other persons) my-, thy-, our-, your-) self (selves), etc.
  • for G3754 (ὅτι) — demonstrative, that (sometimes redundant); causative, because
  • shall cover G2572 (καλύπτω) — to cover up (literally or figuratively)
  • the multitude G4128 (πλῆθος) — a fulness, i.e. a large number, throng, populace
  • of sins G266 (ἁμαρτία) — a sin (properly abstract)

9 using hospitality one to another without murmuring:

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • Use hospitality G5382 (φιλόξενος) — fond of guests, i.e. hospitable
  • one G240 (ἀλλήλων) — one another
  • to G1519 (εἰς) — to or into (indicating the point reached or entered), of place, time, or (figuratively) purpose (result, etc.); also in adverbial phrases
  • another G240 (ἀλλήλων) — one another
  • without G427 (ἄνευ) — without
  • grudging G1112 (γογγυσμός) — a grumbling

10 according as each hath received a gift, ministering it among yourselves, as good stewards of the manifold grace of God;

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • As G2531 (καθώς) — just (or inasmuch) as, that
  • every man G1538 (ἕκαστος) — each or every
  • hath received G2983 (λαμβάνω) — while is more violent, to seize or remove))
  • the gift G5486 (χάρισμα) — a (divine) gratuity, i.e. deliverance (from danger or passion); (specially), a (spiritual) endowment, i.e. (subjectively) religious qualification, or (objecti…
  • minister G1247 (διακονέω) — to be an attendant, i.e. wait upon (menially or as a host, friend, or (figuratively) teacher); technically, to act as a Christian deacon
  • the same G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • one G1438 (ἑαυτοῦ) — him- (her-, it-, them-, also (in conjunction with the personal pronoun of the other persons) my-, thy-, our-, your-) self (selves), etc.
  • to G1519 (εἰς) — to or into (indicating the point reached or entered), of place, time, or (figuratively) purpose (result, etc.); also in adverbial phrases
  • another G1438 (ἑαυτοῦ) — him- (her-, it-, them-, also (in conjunction with the personal pronoun of the other persons) my-, thy-, our-, your-) self (selves), etc.
  • as G5613 (ὡς) — which how, i.e. in that manner (very variously used, as follows)
  • good G2570 (καλός) — properly, beautiful, but chiefly (figuratively) good (literally or morally), i.e. valuable or virtuous (for appearance or use, and thus distinguished from , w…
  • stewards G3623 (οἰκονόμος) — a house-distributor (i.e. manager), or overseer, i.e. an employee in that capacity; by extension, a fiscal agent (treasurer); figuratively, a preacher (of the…
  • of the manifold G4164 (ποικίλος) — motley, i.e. various in character
  • grace G5485 (χάρις) — graciousness (as gratifying), of manner or act (abstract or concrete; literal, figurative or spiritual; especially the divine influence upon the heart, and it…
  • of God G2316 (θεός) — a deity, especially (with ) the supreme Divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; by Hebraism, very

11 if any man speaketh, speaking as it were oracles of God; if any man ministereth, ministering as of the strength which God supplieth: that in all things God may be glorified through Jesus Christ, whose is the glory and the dominion for ever and ever. Amen.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • If G1487 (εἰ) — if, whether, that, etc.
  • any man G5100 (τὶς) — some or any person or object
  • speak G2980 (λαλέω) — to talk, i.e. utter words
  • as G5613 (ὡς) — which how, i.e. in that manner (very variously used, as follows)
  • the oracles G3051 (λόγιον) — an utterance (of God)
  • of God G2316 (θεός) — a deity, especially (with ) the supreme Divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; by Hebraism, very
  • minister G1247 (διακονέω) — to be an attendant, i.e. wait upon (menially or as a host, friend, or (figuratively) teacher); technically, to act as a Christian deacon
  • of G1537 (ἐκ) — literal or figurative; direct or remote)
  • the ability G2479 (ἰσχύς) — compare , a form of ); forcefulness (literally or figuratively)
  • which G3739 (ὅς) — the relatively (sometimes demonstrative) pronoun, who, which, what, that
  • God G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • God G2316 (θεός) — a deity, especially (with ) the supreme Divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; by Hebraism, very
  • giveth G5524 (χορηγέω) — to be a dance-leader, i.e. (generally) to furnish
  • that G2443 (ἵνα) — in order that (denoting the purpose or the result)
  • in G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
  • all things G3956 (πᾶς) — all, any, every, the whole
  • may be glorified G1392 (δοξάζω) — to render (or esteem) glorious (in a wide application)
  • through G1223 (διά) — through (in very wide applications, local, causal, or occasional)
  • Jesus G2424 (Ἰησοῦς) — Jesus (i.e. Jehoshua), the name of our Lord and two (three) other Israelites
  • Christ G5547 (Χριστός) — anointed, i.e. the Messiah, an epithet of Jesus
  • to whom G3739 (ὅς) — the relatively (sometimes demonstrative) pronoun, who, which, what, that
  • be G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)
  • praise G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • praise G1391 (δόξα) — glory (as very apparent), in a wide application (literal or figurative, objective or subjective)
  • and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • dominion G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • dominion G2904 (κράτος) — vigor ("great") (literally or figuratively)
  • for G1519 (εἰς) — to or into (indicating the point reached or entered), of place, time, or (figuratively) purpose (result, etc.); also in adverbial phrases
  • ever G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • ever G165 (αἰών) — properly, an age; by extension, perpetuity (also past); by implication, the world; specially (Jewish) a Messianic period (present or future)
  • and ever G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • and ever G165 (αἰών) — properly, an age; by extension, perpetuity (also past); by implication, the world; specially (Jewish) a Messianic period (present or future)
  • Amen G281 (ἀμήν) — properly, firm, i.e. (figuratively) trustworthy; adverbially, surely (often as interjection, so be it)

12 Beloved, think it not strange concerning the fiery trial among you, which cometh upon you to prove you, as though a strange thing happened unto you:

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • Beloved G27 (ἀγαπητός) — beloved
  • think it G3579 (ξενίζω) — to be a host (passively, a guest); by implication, be (make, appear) strange
  • not G3361 (μή) — (adverb) not, (conjunction) lest; also (as an interrogative implying a negative answer (whereas expects an affirmative one)) whether
  • strange G3579 (ξενίζω) — to be a host (passively, a guest); by implication, be (make, appear) strange
  • concerning G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
  • G4771 (σύ) — thou
  • the fiery trial G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the fiery trial G4451 (πύρωσις) — ignition, i.e. (specially), smelting (figuratively, conflagration, calamity as a test)
  • which is G4314 (πρός) — a preposition of direction; forward to, i.e. toward (with the genitive case, the side of, i.e. pertaining to; with the dative case, by the side of, i.e. near…
  • to try G3986 (πειρασμός) — a putting to proof (by experiment (of good), experience (of evil), solicitation, discipline or provocation); by implication, adversity
  • you G4771 (σύ) — thou
  • G1096 (γίνομαι) — to cause to be ("gen"-erate), i.e. (reflexively) to become (come into being), used with great latitude (literal, figurative, intensive, etc.)
  • as though G5613 (ὡς) — which how, i.e. in that manner (very variously used, as follows)
  • some strange thing G3581 (ξένος) — foreign (literally, alien, or figuratively, novel); by implication, a guest or (vice-versa) entertainer
  • happened G4819 (συμβαίνω) — to walk (figuratively, transpire) together, i.e. concur (take place)
  • unto you G4771 (σύ) — thou

13 but insomuch as ye are partakers of Christ’s sufferings, rejoice; that at the revelation of his glory also ye may rejoice with exceeding joy.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • But G235 (ἀλλά) — properly, other things, i.e. (adverbially) contrariwise (in many relations)
  • rejoice G5463 (χαίρω) — to be "cheer"ful, i.e. calmly happy or well-off; impersonally, especially as salutation (on meeting or parting), be well
  • inasmuch as G2526 (καθό) — according to which thing, i.e. precisely as, in proportion as
  • ye are partakers G2841 (κοινωνέω) — to share with others (objectively or subjectively)
  • of Christ’s G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • of Christ’s G5547 (Χριστός) — anointed, i.e. the Messiah, an epithet of Jesus
  • sufferings G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • sufferings G3804 (πάθημα) — something undergone, i.e. hardship or pain; subjectively, an emotion or influence
  • that G2443 (ἵνα) — in order that (denoting the purpose or the result)
  • when G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
  • his G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • glory G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • glory G1391 (δόξα) — glory (as very apparent), in a wide application (literal or figurative, objective or subjective)
  • shall be revealed G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • shall be revealed G602 (ἀποκάλυψις) — disclosure
  • ye may be glad G5463 (χαίρω) — to be "cheer"ful, i.e. calmly happy or well-off; impersonally, especially as salutation (on meeting or parting), be well
  • also G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • with exceeding joy G21 (ἀγαλλιάω) — properly, to jump for joy, i.e. exult

14 If ye are reproached for the name of Christ, blessed are ye; because the Spirit of glory and the Spirit of God resteth upon you.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • If G1487 (εἰ) — if, whether, that, etc.
  • ye be reproached G3679 (ὀνειδίζω) — to defame, i.e. rail at, chide, taunt
  • for G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
  • the name G3686 (ὄνομα) — a "name" (literally or figuratively) (authority, character)
  • of Christ G5547 (Χριστός) — anointed, i.e. the Messiah, an epithet of Jesus
  • happy G3107 (μακάριος) — supremely blest; by extension, fortunate, well off
  • for G3754 (ὅτι) — demonstrative, that (sometimes redundant); causative, because
  • the spirit G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the spirit G4151 (πνεῦμα) — a current of air, i.e. breath (blast) or a breeze; by analogy or figuratively, a spirit, i.e. (human) the rational soul, (by implication) vital principle, men…
  • G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • of glory G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • of glory G1391 (δόξα) — glory (as very apparent), in a wide application (literal or figurative, objective or subjective)
  • and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • of God G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • of God G2316 (θεός) — a deity, especially (with ) the supreme Divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; by Hebraism, very
  • resteth G373 (ἀναπαύω) — (reflexively) to repose (literally or figuratively (be exempt), remain); by implication, to refresh
  • upon G1909 (ἐπί) — properly, meaning superimposition (of time, place, order, etc.), as a relation of distribution (with the genitive case), i.e. over, upon, etc.; of rest (with…
  • you G4771 (σύ) — thou
  • on G2596 (κατά) — (prepositionally) down (in place or time), in varied relations (according to the case (genitive, dative or accusative) with which it is joined)
  • G3303 (μέν) — properly, indicative of affirmation or concession (in fact); usually followed by a contrasted clause with (this one, the former, etc.)
  • their G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • part G2596 (κατά) — (prepositionally) down (in place or time), in varied relations (according to the case (genitive, dative or accusative) with which it is joined)
  • he is evil spoken of G987 (βλασφημέω) — to vilify; specially, to speak impiously
  • but G1161 (δέ) — but, and, etc.
  • your G4771 (σύ) — thou
  • he is glorified G1392 (δοξάζω) — to render (or esteem) glorious (in a wide application)

15 For let none of you suffer as a murderer, or a thief, or an evil-doer, or as a meddler in other men’s matters:

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • But G1063 (γάρ) — properly, assigning a reason (used in argument, explanation or intensification; often with other particles)
  • let G3958 (πάσχω) — to experience a sensation or impression (usually painful)
  • none G3361 (μή) — (adverb) not, (conjunction) lest; also (as an interrogative implying a negative answer (whereas expects an affirmative one)) whether
  • G5100 (τὶς) — some or any person or object
  • of you G4771 (σύ) — thou
  • suffer G3958 (πάσχω) — to experience a sensation or impression (usually painful)
  • as G5613 (ὡς) — which how, i.e. in that manner (very variously used, as follows)
  • a murderer G5406 (φονεύς) — a murderer (always of criminal (or at least intentional) homicide; which does not necessarily imply; while is a special term for a public bandit)
  • or G2228 (ἤ) — disjunctive, or; comparative, than
  • a thief G2812 (κλέπτης) — a stealer (literally or figuratively)
  • an evildoer G2555 (κακοποιός) — a bad-doer; (specially), a criminal
  • a busybody in other men’s matters G244 (ἀλλοτριεπίσκοπος) — overseeing others' affairs, i.e. a meddler (specially, in Gentile customs)

16 but if a man suffer as a Christian, let him not be ashamed; but let him glorify God in this name.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • Yet G1161 (δέ) — but, and, etc.
  • if G1487 (εἰ) — if, whether, that, etc.
  • as G5613 (ὡς) — which how, i.e. in that manner (very variously used, as follows)
  • a Christian G5546 (Χριστιανός) — a Christian, i.e. follower of Christ
  • let him G153 (αἰσχύνομαι) — to feel shame (for oneself)
  • not G3361 (μή) — (adverb) not, (conjunction) lest; also (as an interrogative implying a negative answer (whereas expects an affirmative one)) whether
  • be ashamed G153 (αἰσχύνομαι) — to feel shame (for oneself)
  • but G1161 (δέ) — but, and, etc.
  • let him glorify G1392 (δοξάζω) — to render (or esteem) glorious (in a wide application)
  • God G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • God G2316 (θεός) — a deity, especially (with ) the supreme Divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; by Hebraism, very
  • on G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
  • this G3778 (οὗτος) — the he (she or it), i.e. this or that (often with article repeated)
  • behalf G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • behalf G3313 (μέρος) — a division or share (literally or figuratively, in a wide application)

17 For the time is come for judgment to begin at the house of God: and if it begin first at us, what shall be the end of them that obey not the gospel of God?

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • For G3754 (ὅτι) — demonstrative, that (sometimes redundant); causative, because
  • the time G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the time G2540 (καιρός) — an occasion, i.e. set or proper time
  • that judgment G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • that judgment G2917 (κρίμα) — a decision (the function or the effect, for or against ("crime"))
  • must begin G756 (ἄρχομαι) — to commence (in order of time)
  • at G575 (ἀπό) — "off," i.e. away (from something near), in various senses (of place, time, or relation; literal or figurative)
  • the house G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the house G3624 (οἶκος) — a dwelling (more or less extensive, literal or figurative); by implication, a family (more or less related, literally or figuratively)
  • of God G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • of God G2316 (θεός) — a deity, especially (with ) the supreme Divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; by Hebraism, very
  • and G1161 (δέ) — but, and, etc.
  • if G1487 (εἰ) — if, whether, that, etc.
  • first G4412 (πρῶτον) — firstly (in time, place, order, or importance)
  • us G1473 (ἐγώ)
  • what G5101 (τίς) — an interrogative pronoun, who, which or what (in direct or indirect questions)
  • shall the end G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • shall the end G5056 (τέλος) — properly, the point aimed at as a limit, i.e. (by implication) the conclusion of an act or state (termination (literally, figuratively or indefinitely), resul…
  • of them that obey not G544 (ἀπειθέω) — to disbelieve (wilfully and perversely)
  • the gospel G2098 (εὐαγγέλιον) — a good message, i.e. the gospel

18 And if the righteous is scarcely saved, where shall the ungodly and sinner appear?

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • And G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • if G1487 (εἰ) — if, whether, that, etc.
  • the righteous G1342 (δίκαιος) — equitable (in character or act); by implication, innocent, holy (absolutely or relatively)
  • scarcely G3433 (μόλις) — with difficulty
  • be saved G4982 (σώζω) — to save, i.e. deliver or protect (literally or figuratively)
  • where G4226 (ποῦ) — as adverb of place; at (by implication, to) what locality
  • shall G5316 (φαίνω) — to lighten (shine), i.e. show (transitive or intransitive, literal or figurative)
  • the ungodly G765 (ἀσεβής) — irreverent, i.e. (by extension) impious or wicked
  • the sinner G268 (ἁμαρτωλός) — sinful, i.e. a sinner
  • appear G5316 (φαίνω) — to lighten (shine), i.e. show (transitive or intransitive, literal or figurative)

19 Wherefore let them also that suffer according to the will of God commit their souls in well-doing unto a faithful Creator.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • Wherefore G5620 (ὥστε) — so too, i.e. thus therefore (in various relations of consecution, as follow)
  • let them that suffer G3958 (πάσχω) — to experience a sensation or impression (usually painful)
  • according to G2596 (κατά) — (prepositionally) down (in place or time), in varied relations (according to the case (genitive, dative or accusative) with which it is joined)
  • the will G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the will G2307 (θέλημα) — a determination (properly, the thing), i.e. (actively) choice (specially, purpose, decree; abstractly, volition) or (passively) inclination
  • of God G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • of God G2316 (θεός) — a deity, especially (with ) the supreme Divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; by Hebraism, very
  • commit the keeping G3908 (παρατίθημι) — to place alongside, i.e. present (food, truth); by implication, to deposit (as a trust or for protection)
  • of their G1438 (ἑαυτοῦ) — him- (her-, it-, them-, also (in conjunction with the personal pronoun of the other persons) my-, thy-, our-, your-) self (selves), etc.
  • souls G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • souls G5590 (ψυχή) — breath, i.e. (by implication) spirit, abstractly or concretely (the animal sentient principle only; thus distinguished on the one hand from , which is the rat…
  • in G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
  • well doing G16 (ἀγαθοποιΐα) — well-doing, i.e. virtue
  • as G5613 (ὡς) — which how, i.e. in that manner (very variously used, as follows)
  • unto a faithful G4103 (πιστός) — objectively, trustworthy; subjectively, trustful
  • Creator G2939 (κτίστης) — a founder, i.e. God (as author of all things)