1 Peter 4:8

And above all things have fervent charity among yourselves: for charity shall cover the multitude of sins.

King James Version
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Other Translations for 1 Peter 4:8

BSB
Above all, love one another deeply, because love covers over a multitude of sins.
AKJV
And above all things have fervent charity among yourselves: for charity shall cover the multitude of sins.
CPDV
But, before all things, have a constant mutual charity among yourselves. For love covers a multitude of sins.
ERV
above all things being fervent in your love among yourselves; for love covereth a multitude of sins:
NHEB
Above all things be earnest in your love among yourselves, for love covers a multitude of sins.
SMT
More than all having intent love among yourselves: for love shall cover a multitude of sins.

Commentary for 1 Peter 4:8

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry
Overview of 1 Peter 4:8
Summary
Love covers many community shortcomings
Event
Instruction on charitable love's power
Estimated Time Period
1st century AD
Category
Teaching