Devine Scripture

1 Peter 2:20

1 Peter chapter 2 · verse 20 in three public-domain English translations with cross-references

Parallel translations

WEB

World English Bible · 2000

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.

KJV

King James Version · 1611

For 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.

ASV

American Standard Version · 1901

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.

Context

v.19For this is acceptable, if for conscience toward God a man endureth griefs, suffering wrongfully.

v.20This passage

v.21For hereunto were ye called: because Christ also suffered for you, leaving you an example, that ye should follow his steps:

Cross references

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

  • Ephesians 5:10

    proving what is well-pleasing unto the Lord;

  • Matthew 26:67

    Then did they spit in his face and buffet him: and some smote him with the palms of their hands,

  • 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 4:14

    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.

  • Matthew 5:10

    Blessed are they that have been persecuted for righteousness’ sake: for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.

  • Luke 6:32

    And if ye love them that love you, what thank have ye? for even sinners love those that love them.