1 Peter 2:6

Wherefore also it is contained in the scripture, Behold, I lay in Sion a chief corner stone, elect, precious: and he that believeth on him shall not be confounded.

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Other Translations for 1 Peter 2:6

BSB
For it stands in Scripture: "See, I lay in Zion a stone, a chosen and precious cornerstone; and the one who believes in Him will never be put to shame."
AKJV
Why also it is contained in the scripture, Behold, I lay in Sion a chief corner stone, elect, precious: and he that believes on him shall not be confounded.
CPDV
Because of this, Scripture asserts: "Behold, I am setting in Zion a chief cornerstone, elect, precious. And whoever will have believed in him will not be confounded."
ERV
Because it is contained in scripture, Behold, I lay in Zion a chief corner stone, elect, precious: And he that believeth on him shall not be put to shame.
NHEB
Because it is contained in Scripture, "Look, I am laying in Zion a chief cornerstone, chosen, and precious, and whoever believes in him will not be put to shame."
SMT
Wherefore also it holds in the writing, Behold, I place in Zion a corner stone, chosen, highly valued: and he believing on him shall not be ashamed.

Commentary for 1 Peter 2:6

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Overview of 1 Peter 2:6
Summary
Scripture predicts cornerstone bringing security to believers
Place
Sion
Event
Citing cornerstone prophecy
Estimated Time Period
1st century AD
Category
Prophecy