1 Peter 1:16

Because it is written, Be ye holy; for I am holy.

King James Version
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Other Translations for 1 Peter 1:16

BSB
for it is written: "Be holy, because I am holy."
AKJV
Because it is written, Be you holy; for I am holy.
CPDV
for it is written: "You shall be holy, for I am Holy."
ERV
because it is written, Ye shall be holy; for I am holy.
NHEB
because it is written, "Be holy, for I am holy."
SMT
For it has been written, Be ye holy; for I am holy.

Commentary for 1 Peter 1:16

Please note: this is not Scripture

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry
Overview of 1 Peter 1:16
Summary
Scriptural command mandates communal holiness
Event
Divine holiness command cited
Estimated Time Period
1st century AD
Category
Law