1 The elders therefore among you I exhort, who am a fellow-elder, and a witness of the sufferings of Christ, who am also a partaker of the glory that shall be revealed:Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- The elders G4245 (πρεσβύτερος) — older; as noun, a senior; specially,
an Israelite Sanhedrist (also figuratively, member of the celestial
council) or Christian "presbyter"
- which G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- are among G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
- you G4771 (σύ) — thou
- I exhort G3870 (παρακαλέω) — to call near, i.e. invite, invoke (by imploration,
hortation or consolation)
- who G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- am also an elder G4850 (συμπρεσβύτερος) — a co-presbyter
- and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in
connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
- a witness G3144 (μάρτυς) — a witness (literally (judicially) or
figuratively (genitive case)); by analogy, a "martyr"
- of the sufferings G3804 (πάθημα) — something undergone, i.e. hardship
or pain; subjectively, an emotion or influence
- of Christ G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- of Christ G5547 (Χριστός) — anointed, i.e. the Messiah, an epithet of Jesus
- and also G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in
connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
- a partaker G2844 (κοινωνός) — a sharer, i.e. associate
- of the glory G1391 (δόξα) — glory (as very apparent), in a wide application
(literal or figurative, objective or subjective)
- that shall G3195 (μέλλω) — to
intend, i.e. be about to be, do, or suffer something (of persons or
things, especially events; in the sense of purpose, duty, necessity,
probability, poss…
- be revealed G601 (ἀποκαλύπτω) — to take off the cover, i.e. disclose
2 Tend the flock of God which is among you, exercising the oversight, not of constraint, but willingly, according to the will of God; nor yet for filthy lucre, but of a ready mind;Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- Feed G4165 (ποιμαίνω) — to tend as a shepherd of (figuratively, superviser)
- the flock G4168 (ποίμνιον) — a flock, i.e. (figuratively)
group (of believers)
- 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
- which is among G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
- you G4771 (σύ) — thou
- taking the oversight G1983 (ἐπισκοπέω) — to oversee; by implication, to beware
- not G3361 (μή) — (adverb) not, (conjunction) lest; also (as an
interrogative implying a negative answer (whereas expects an
affirmative one)) whether
- by constraint G317 (ἀναγκαστῶς) — compulsorily
- but G235 (ἀλλά) — properly, other things, i.e. (adverbially)
contrariwise (in many relations)
- willingly G1596 (ἑκουσίως) — voluntarily
- not G3366 (μηδέ) — but not, not even; in a continued negation,
nor
- for filthy lucre G147 (αἰσχροκερδῶς) — sordidly
- of a ready mind G4290 (προθύμως) — with alacrity
3 neither as lording it over the charge allotted to you, but making yourselves ensamples to the flock.Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- Neither G3366 (μηδέ) — but not, not even; in a continued negation,
nor
- as G5613 (ὡς) — which how, i.e. in that
manner (very variously used, as follows)
- being lords over G2634 (κατακυριεύω) — to lord against, i.e. control,
subjugate
- heritage G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- heritage G2819 (κλῆρος) — a die (for drawing chances); by implication, a portion
(as if so secured); by extension, an acquisition (especially a
patrimony, figuratively)
- but G235 (ἀλλά) — properly, other things, i.e. (adverbially)
contrariwise (in many relations)
- being G1096 (γίνομαι) — to cause to be
("gen"-erate), i.e. (reflexively) to become (come into being), used
with great latitude (literal, figurative, intensive, etc.)
- ensamples G5179 (τύπος) — a die (as struck), i.e. (by implication) a stamp or scar;
by analogy, a shape, i.e. a statue, (figuratively) style or
resemblance; specially, a sampler ("type…
- to the flock G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- to the flock G4168 (ποίμνιον) — a flock, i.e. (figuratively)
group (of believers)
4 And when the chief Shepherd shall be manifested, ye shall receive the crown of glory that fadeth not away.Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- And when G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in
connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
- the chief Shepherd G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- the chief Shepherd G750 (ἀρχιποίμην) — a head shepherd
- shall appear G5319 (φανερόω) — to render apparent (literally or figuratively)
- ye shall receive G2865 (κομίζω) — properly, to
provide for, i.e. (by implication) to carry off (as if from harm;
genitive case obtain)
- a crown G4735 (στέφανος) — a chaplet (as
a badge of royalty, a prize in the public games or a symbol of honor
generally; but more conspicuous and elaborate than the simple fillet,
), l…
- 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)
- that fadeth not away G262 (ἀμαράντινος) — "amaranthine", i.e. (by implication) fadeless
5 Likewise, ye younger, be subject unto the elder. Yea, all of you gird yourselves with humility, to serve one another: for God resisteth the proud, but giveth grace to the humble.Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- Likewise G3668 (ὁμοίως) — similarly
- ye younger G3501 (νέος) — "new", i.e. (of persons) youthful, or (of things) fresh; figuratively,
regenerate
- submit G5293 (ὑποτάσσω) — to subordinate; reflexively, to obey
- yourselves G240 (ἀλλήλων) — one another
- unto the elder G4245 (πρεσβύτερος) — older; as noun, a senior; specially,
an Israelite Sanhedrist (also figuratively, member of the celestial
council) or Christian "presbyter"
- Yea G1161 (δέ) — but, and,
etc.
- all G3956 (πᾶς) — all,
any, every, the whole
- be subject one to another G5293 (ὑποτάσσω) — to subordinate; reflexively, to obey
- and be clothed with G1463 (ἐγκομβόομαι) — to engirdle oneself (for
labor), i.e. figuratively (the apron as being a badge of servitude) to
wear (in token of mutual deference)
- humility G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- humility G5012 (ταπεινοφροσύνη) — humiliation of mind,
i.e. modesty
- for G3754 (ὅτι) — demonstrative, that (sometimes
redundant); causative, because
- 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
- resisteth G498 (ἀντιτάσσομαι) — to range oneself against, i.e.
oppose
- the proud G5244 (ὑπερήφανος) — appearing above others (conspicuous), i.e.
(figuratively) haughty
- and G1161 (δέ) — but, and,
etc.
- giveth G1325 (δίδωμι) — to give (used in a very wide application,
properly, or by implication, literally or figuratively; greatly
modified by the connection)
- 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…
- to the humble G5011 (ταπεινός) — depressed, i.e. (figuratively) humiliated (in
circumstances or disposition)
6 Humble yourselves therefore under the mighty hand of God, that he may exalt you in due time;Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- Humble yourselves G5013 (ταπεινόω) — to depress; figuratively, to humiliate (in condition or
heart)
- therefore G3767 (οὖν) — (adverbially) certainly, or
(conjunctionally) accordingly
- under G5259 (ὑπό) — under, i.e. (with the genitive case) of place
(beneath), or with verbs (the agency or means, through); (with the
accusative case) of place (whither (underneat…
- the mighty G2900 (κραταιός) — powerful
- hand G5495 (χείρ) — the hand
(literally or figuratively (power); especially (by Hebraism) a means
or instrument)
- 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
- that G2443 (ἵνα) — in order that (denoting the purpose
or the result)
- he may exalt G5312 (ὑψόω) — to elevate (literally or figuratively)
- you G4771 (σύ) — thou
- in G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
- due time G2540 (καιρός) — an occasion, i.e. set or proper time
7 casting all your anxiety upon him, because he careth for you.Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- Casting G1977 (ἐπιῤῥίπτω) — to throw upon (literally or figuratively)
- all G3956 (πᾶς) — all,
any, every, the whole
- your G4771 (σύ) — thou
- care G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- care G3308 (μέριμνα) — solicitude
- 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…
- him 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
- for G3754 (ὅτι) — demonstrative, that (sometimes
redundant); causative, because
- he 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
- careth G3199 (μέλω) — to be of interest to, i.e. to concern (only third
person singular present indicative used impersonally, it
matters)
- for G4012 (περί) — properly, through (all over), i.e. around;
figuratively with respect to; used in various applications, of place,
cause or time (with the genitive case denotin…
- you G4771 (σύ) — thou
8 Be sober, be watchful: your adversary the devil, as a roaring lion, walketh about, seeking whom he may devour:Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- Be sober G3525 (νήφω) — to abstain from wine (keep sober), i.e.
(figuratively) be discreet
- be vigilant G1127 (γρηγορεύω) — to keep awake, i.e. watch (literally or figuratively)
- because G3754 (ὅτι) — demonstrative, that (sometimes
redundant); causative, because
- your G4771 (σύ) — thou
- adversary G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- adversary G476 (ἀντίδικος) — an opponent (in a lawsuit); specially, Satan (as
the arch-enemy)
- the devil G1228 (διάβολος) — a traducer; specially, Satan (compare )
- as G5613 (ὡς) — which how, i.e. in that
manner (very variously used, as follows)
- a roaring G5612 (ὠρύομαι) — to "roar"
- lion G3023 (λέων) — a "lion"
- walketh about G4043 (περιπατέω) — to tread all around, i.e. walk at large
(especially as proof of ability); figuratively, to live, deport
oneself, follow (as a companion or votary)
- seeking G2212 (ζητέω) — to seek (literally or figuratively); specially,
(by Hebraism) to worship (God), or (in a bad sense) to plot (against
life)
- whom G5101 (τίς) — an interrogative pronoun, who, which or
what (in direct or indirect questions)
- he may devour G2666 (καταπίνω) — to drink down, i.e. gulp entire (literally or
figuratively)
9 whom withstand stedfast in your faith, knowing that the same sufferings are accomplished in your brethren who are in the world.Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- Whom G3739 (ὅς) — the
relatively (sometimes demonstrative) pronoun, who, which, what,
that
- resist G436 (ἀνθίστημι) — to stand against, i.e. oppose
- stedfast G4731 (στερεός) — stiff, i.e. solid, stable (literally or
figuratively)
- in the faith G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- in the faith G4102 (πίστις) — persuasion, i.e. credence; moral conviction (of religious
truth, or the truthfulness of God or a religious teacher), especially
reliance upon Christ for salva…
- knowing that G1492 (εἴδω) — used only in certain past tenses, the others being
borrowed from the equivalent and ; properly, to see
(literally or figuratively); by implication, (in the p…
- 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
- afflictions G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- afflictions G3804 (πάθημα) — something undergone, i.e. hardship
or pain; subjectively, an emotion or influence
- are accomplished G2005 (ἐπιτελέω) — to fulfill further (or completely), i.e. execute;
by implication, to terminate, undergo
- in your G4771 (σύ) — thou
- brethren G81 (ἀδελφότης) — brotherhood (properly, the feeling of brotherliness), i.e.
the (Christian) fraternity
- that are in G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
- the world G2889 (κόσμος) — orderly arrangement, i.e. decoration;
by implication, the world (in a wide or narrow sense, including its
inhabitants, literally or figuratively (morally))
10 And the God of all grace, who called you unto his eternal glory in Christ, after that ye have suffered a little while, shall himself perfect, establish, strengthen you.Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- But G1161 (δέ) — but, and,
etc.
- the God G2316 (θεός) — a deity, especially (with ) the supreme
Divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; by Hebraism, very
- of all G3956 (πᾶς) — all,
any, every, the whole
- 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…
- who G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- hath called G2564 (καλέω) — to "call" (properly, aloud, but used in a
variety of applications, directly or otherwise)
- us G1473 (ἐγώ)
- unto G1519 (εἰς) — to or into (indicating the point reached or
entered), of place, time, or (figuratively) purpose (result, etc.);
also in adverbial phrases
- 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
- eternal G166 (αἰώνιος) — perpetual (also used of past time, or past and future as
well)
- glory G1391 (δόξα) — glory (as very apparent), in a wide application
(literal or figurative, objective or subjective)
- by G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
- Christ G5547 (Χριστός) — anointed, i.e. the Messiah, an epithet of Jesus
- Jesus G2424 (Ἰησοῦς) — Jesus (i.e. Jehoshua), the name of our Lord
and two (three) other Israelites
- after that ye have suffered G3958 (πάσχω) — to experience a sensation or impression
(usually painful)
- a while G3641 (ὀλίγος) — puny (in extent, degree, number, duration or
value); especially neuter (adverbially) somewhat
- 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
- make G2675 (καταρτίζω) — to complete thoroughly, i.e. repair
(literally or figuratively) or adjust
- you G4771 (σύ) — thou
- perfect G2675 (καταρτίζω) — to complete thoroughly, i.e. repair
(literally or figuratively) or adjust
- stablish G4741 (στηρίζω) — to set fast, i.e.
(literally) to turn resolutely in a certain direction, or
(figuratively) to confirm
- strengthen G4599 (σθενόω) — to
strengthen, i.e. (figuratively) confirm (in spiritual knowledge and
power)
- settle G2311 (θεμελιόω) — to lay a basis for, i.e. (literally) erect, or
(figuratively) consolidate
11 To him be the dominion for ever and ever. Amen.Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- To him 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)
- 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 By Silvanus, our faithful brother, as I account him, I have written unto you briefly, exhorting, and testifying that this is the true grace of God: stand ye fast therein.Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- By G1223 (διά) — through (in very
wide applications, local, causal, or occasional)
- Silvanus G4610 (Σιλουανός) — "silvan"; Silvanus, a Christian
- a faithful G4103 (πιστός) — objectively, trustworthy; subjectively,
trustful
- brother G80 (ἀδελφός) — a brother
(literally or figuratively) near or remote (much like )
- unto you G4771 (σύ) — thou
- as G5613 (ὡς) — which how, i.e. in that
manner (very variously used, as follows)
- I suppose G3049 (λογίζομαι) — to take an inventory, i.e. estimate (literally
or figuratively)
- I have written G1125 (γράφω) — to "grave", especially to write; figuratively, to
describe
- G1223 (διά) — through (in very
wide applications, local, causal, or occasional)
- briefly G3641 (ὀλίγος) — puny (in extent, degree, number, duration or
value); especially neuter (adverbially) somewhat
- exhorting G3870 (παρακαλέω) — to call near, i.e. invite, invoke (by imploration,
hortation or consolation)
- and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in
connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
- testifying G1957 (ἐπιμαρτυρέω) — to attest further, i.e. corroborate
- that this G3778 (οὗτος) — the he (she or it), i.e. this or that
(often with article repeated)
- is G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)
- the true G227 (ἀληθής) — true (as not
concealing)
- 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 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
- wherein G1519 (εἰς) — to or into (indicating the point reached or
entered), of place, time, or (figuratively) purpose (result, etc.);
also in adverbial phrases
- G3739 (ὅς) — the
relatively (sometimes demonstrative) pronoun, who, which, what,
that
- ye stand G2476 (ἵστημι) — to stand (transitively or
intransitively), used in various applications (literally or
figuratively)
13 She that is in Babylon, elect together with you, saluteth you; and so doth Mark my son.Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- The G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- at G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
- Babylon G897 (Βαβυλών) — Babylon, the capitol of Chaldæa (literally or
figuratively (as a type of tyranny))
- elected together with G4899 (συνεκλεκτός) — chosen in company with, i.e.
co-elect (fellow Christian)
- saluteth G782 (ἀσπάζομαι) — to enfold
in the arms, i.e. (by implication) to salute, (figuratively) to
welcome
- you G4771 (σύ) — thou
- and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in
connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
- Marcus G3138 (Μάρκος) — Marcus, a Christian
- my G1473 (ἐγώ)
- son G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- son G5207 (υἱός) — a "son" (sometimes of animals), used very
widely of immediate, remote or figuratively, kinship
14 Salute one another with a kiss of love. Peace be unto you all that are in Christ.Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- Greet ye G782 (ἀσπάζομαι) — to enfold
in the arms, i.e. (by implication) to salute, (figuratively) to
welcome
- one another G240 (ἀλλήλων) — one another
- with G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
- a kiss G5370 (φίλημα) — a kiss
- of charity G26 (ἀγάπη) — love, i.e. affection or benevolence; specially (plural) a
love-feast
- Peace G1515 (εἰρήνη) — peace (literally or
figuratively); by implication, prosperity
- with you G4771 (σύ) — thou
- all G3956 (πᾶς) — all,
any, every, the whole
- that G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- are in G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
- Christ G5547 (Χριστός) — anointed, i.e. the Messiah, an epithet of Jesus
- Jesus G2424 (Ἰησοῦς) — Jesus (i.e. Jehoshua), the name of our Lord
and two (three) other Israelites
- Amen G281 (ἀμήν) — properly, firm, i.e. (figuratively)
trustworthy; adverbially, surely (often as interjection, so be
it)