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1 Peter 3:5

King James Version (KJV)

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1 Peter 3:5

Verse 5 of 22

Scripture focus

For 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 3:5 — KJV

Commentary

Commentary on 1 Peter 3:5

Theological / Devotional

After this manner. That is, in the adornment of character.

Women. Or, “wives.”

Trusted. Gr. elpizo, “to hope.” On God’s promises these godly women rested their hopes for recognition and security. Their desires were in harmony with God’s plans for them.

Adorned. That is, in “a meek and quiet spirit” (see on v. 4).

Being in subjection. They did not seek to break their marriage vows as a solution to marital problems. Undoubtedly many believing wives faced extremely difficult situations in their homes, yet they merited God’s approval by steadfastly meeting those circumstances in a Christian spirit of meekness. They endured trial without irritation.

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