Devine Scripture

1 Peter 2:19

1 Peter chapter 2 · verse 19 in three public-domain English translations with cross-references

Parallel translations

WEB

World English Bible · 2000

For this is acceptable, if for conscience toward God a man endureth griefs, suffering wrongfully.

KJV

King James Version · 1611

For this is thankworthy, if a man for conscience toward God endure grief, suffering wrongfully.

ASV

American Standard Version · 1901

For this is acceptable, if for conscience toward God a man endureth griefs, suffering wrongfully.

Context

v.18Servants, bein subjection to your masters with all fear; not only to the good and gentle, but also to the froward.

v.19This passage

v.20For what glory is it, if, when ye sin, and are buffeted for it, ye shall take it patiently? but if, when ye do well, and suffer for it, ye shall take it patiently, this is acceptable with God.

Cross references

Related passages from across Scripture, drawn from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge.

  • 1 Peter 3:14

    But even if ye should suffer for righteousness’ sake, blessed are ye: and fear not their fear, neither be troubled;

  • 1 Peter 2:20

    For what glory is it, if, when ye sin, and are buffeted for it, ye shall take it patiently? but if, when ye do well, and suffer for it, ye shall take it patiently, this is acceptable with God.

  • Romans 13:5

    Wherefore ye must needs be in subjection, not only because of the wrath, but also for conscience’ sake.

  • 2 Corinthians 8:1

    Moreover, brethren, we make known to you the grace of God which hath been given in the churches of Macedonia;

  • John 15:21

    But all these things will they do unto you for my name’s sake, because they know not him that sent me.

  • Psalms 69:4

    They that hate me without a cause are more than the hairs of my head: They that would cut me off, being mine enemies wrongfully, are mighty: That which I took not away I have to restore.