Book of 1 Peter
New TestamentGeneral Epistle

Book of 1 Peter

The Book of 1 Peter was written by Peter the Apostle (c. AD 62-64) and contains 5 chapters and 105 verses. Key themes include Suffering, Hope, Holiness.

5

Chapters

105

Verses

Peter the Apostle

Author

AD 62-64

Date Written

Overview

1 Peter encourages Christians facing persecution to stand firm in their faith and live holy lives.

Purpose

To encourage persecuted believers to live holy lives while awaiting their eternal inheritance.

Historical Context

Written from Rome to churches in Asia Minor facing increasing social pressure.

Name Origins

Greek

I Πέτρος

1 Petros

Key Themes

SufferingHopeHolinessSubmissionGraceInheritance

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Book Outline

Salvation's Hope

1:1-2:10

Living hope

Submission

2:11-3:12

Social relationships

Suffering

3:13-5:14

For doing good

Key Verses

“Casting all your care upon him; for he careth for you.”
1 Peter 5:7
“Ye are a chosen generation, a royal priesthood.”
1 Peter 2:9
“Be ready always to give an answer to every man.”
1 Peter 3:15

Key Locations

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AsiaRegion · Asia
1
Babylon 2Settlement · Rome
1
BithyniaRegion · Bithynia
1
CappadociaRegion · Cappadocia
1
GalatiaRegion · Galatia
1
PontusRegion · Pontus
1
ZionSettlement · Jerusalem

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