1 Peter 3:17
3:16 Having a good conscience; that, whereas they speak evil of you, as of evildoers, they may be ashamed that falsely accuse your good conversation in Christ.For it is better, if the will of God be so, that ye suffer for well doing, than for evil doing.
KJV
For it is better, if it is God’s will, that you suffer for doing well than for doing evil.
For it is better, if the will of God be so, that ye suffer for well doing, than for evil doing.
For it is better, if the will of God be so, that you suffer for well doing, than for evil doing.
What does 1 Peter 3:17 mean?
1 Peter 3:17 is a verse in the book of 1 Peter, in the New Testament. In the original Greek, key words include γάρ (gar), κρείττων κρείσσων (kreitton), εἰ (ei). It connects to 12 cross-referenced passages elsewhere in Scripture.
Greek interlinear
Full chapter interlinear →Commentary on 1 Peter 3:17
HENRY_FULL · 1 Peter 3:17
Cross-references
Related passages from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge.
Servants, be obedient to them that are your masters according to the flesh, with fear and trembling, in singleness of your heart, as unto Christ;
Philippians 1:27Only let your conversation be as it becometh the gospel of Christ: that whether I come and see you, or else be absent, I may hear of your affairs, that ye stand fast in one spirit, with one mind striving together for the faith of the gospel;
Philippians 3:20For our conversation is in heaven; from whence also we look for the Saviour, the Lord Jesus Christ: conversation: or, we live or conduct ourselves as citizens of heaven, or, for obtaining heaven
Colossians 3:22Servants, obey in all things your masters according to the flesh; not with eyeservice, as menpleasers; but in singleness of heart, fearing God:
1 Timothy 4:12Let no man despise thy youth; but be thou an example of the believers, in word, in conversation, in charity, in spirit, in faith, in purity.
1 Peter 1:15But as he which hath called you is holy, so be ye holy in all manner of conversation;
1 Peter 2:12Having your conversation honest among the Gentiles: that, whereas they speak against you as evildoers, they may by your good works, which they shall behold, glorify God in the day of visitation. whereas: or, wherein
1 Peter 3:5For after this manner in the old time the holy women also, who trusted in God, adorned themselves, being in subjection unto their own husbands:
1 Peter 3:6Even as Sarah obeyed Abraham, calling him lord: whose daughters ye are, as long as ye do well, and are not afraid with any amazement. daughters: Gr. children
1 Peter 3:15But sanctify the Lord God in your hearts: and be ready always to give an answer to every man that asketh you a reason of the hope that is in you with meekness and fear: fear: or, reverence
1 Peter 3:16Having a good conscience; that, whereas they speak evil of you, as of evildoers, they may be ashamed that falsely accuse your good conversation in Christ.
2 Peter 3:11Seeing then that all these things shall be dissolved, what manner of persons ought ye to be in all holy conversation and godliness,
Topics
Verses like this
Other verses that share key original-language words with 1 Peter 3:17.
And he said unto him, Why callest thou me good? there is none good but one, that is, God: but if thou wilt enter into life, keep the commandments.
Matthew 4:6And saith unto him, If thou be the Son of God, cast thyself down: for it is written He shall give his angels charge concerning thee: and in their hands they shall bear thee up, lest at any time thou dash thy foot against a stone.
1 Peter 2:20For what glory is it, if, when ye be buffeted for your faults, ye shall take it patiently? but if, when ye do well, and suffer for it, ye take it patiently, this is acceptable with God. acceptable: or, thank
Matthew 11:14And if ye will receive it, this is Elias, which was for to come.
Matthew 12:28But if I cast out devils by the Spirit of God, then the kingdom of God is come unto you.
Matthew 12:7But if ye had known what this meaneth, I will have mercy, and not sacrifice, ye would not have condemned the guiltless.
Matthew 17:12But I say unto you, That Elias is come already, and they knew him not, but have done unto him whatsoever they listed. Likewise shall also the Son of man suffer of them.
Matthew 17:4Then answered Peter, and said unto Jesus, Lord, it is good for us to be here: if thou wilt, let us make here three tabernacles; one for thee, and one for Moses, and one for Elias.
Frequently asked questions
What does 1 Peter 3:17 say?
1 Peter 3:17 (King James Version) reads: "For it is better, if the will of God be so, that ye suffer for well doing, than for evil doing."
Is 1 Peter 3:17 in the Old or New Testament?
1 Peter 3:17 is in the New Testament of the Bible, in the book of 1 Peter.
Reflect
As you read 1 Peter 3:17, what is one truth here you can carry into today?
Plan a sermon or study on 1 Peter 3:17 →