1 Peter 1:16
Meaning, cross-references, and a prayer for 1 Peter 1:16 — by Collins Asein
Quick Summary
1 Peter 1:16 is a verse from the book of 1 Peter in the New Testament. The KJV reads: "Because it is written, Be ye holy; for I am holy." Below you will find the full verse text, cross-references, meaning, and a prayer based on this scripture.
1 Peter 1:16 — KJV
“Because it is written, Be ye holy; for I am holy.”
— 1 Peter 1:16 (KJV)
1 Peter 1:16 in Context — About the Book of 1 Peter
1 Peter is written to exiles under fire — believers scattered and slandered across Asia Minor. Peter, who once cracked under pressure, now teaches how to stand: a living hope through resurrection, holiness in a hostile culture, and casting all anxiety on the One who cares for you.
Cross-References for 1 Peter 1:16
“And they shall eat those things wherewith the atonement was made, to consecrate and to sanctify them: but a stranger shall not eat thereof, because they are holy.”
Shares key themes with 1 Peter 1:16: because, holy
“And if ought of the flesh of the consecrations, or of the bread, remain unto the morning, then thou shalt burn the remainder with fire: it shall not be eaten, because it is holy.”
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“And ye shall eat it in the holy place, because it is thy due, and thy sons' due, of the sacrifices of the LORD made by fire: for so I am commanded.”
Shares key themes with 1 Peter 1:16: because, holy
“And he shall make an atonement for the holy place, because of the uncleanness of the children of Israel, and because of their transgressions in all their sins: and so shall he do for the tabernacle of the congregation, that remaineth among them in the midst of their uncleanness. remaineth: Heb. dwelleth”
Shares key themes with 1 Peter 1:16: because, holy
“And I will set my face against that man, and will cut him off from among his people; because he hath given of his seed unto Molech, to defile my sanctuary, and to profane my holy name.”
Shares key themes with 1 Peter 1:16: because, holy
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