1 Peter 2:7
Meaning, cross-references, and a prayer for 1 Peter 2:7 — by Collins Asein
Quick Summary
1 Peter 2:7 is a verse from the book of 1 Peter in the New Testament. The KJV reads: "Unto you therefore which believe he is precious: but unto them which be disobedient, the stone which the builders disall..." Below you will find the full verse text, cross-references, meaning, and a prayer based on this scripture.
1 Peter 2:7 — KJV
“Unto you therefore which believe he is precious: but unto them which be disobedient, the stone which the builders disallowed, the same is made the head of the corner, precious: or, an honour”
— 1 Peter 2:7 (KJV)
1 Peter 2:7 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 2:7
“Therefore thus saith the Lord GOD, Behold, I lay in Zion for a foundation a stone, a tried stone, a precious corner stone, a sure foundation: he that believeth shall not make haste.”
Shares key themes with 1 Peter 2:7: therefore, believe, precious
“Jesus saith unto them, Did ye never read in the scriptures, The stone which the builders rejected, the same is become the head of the corner: this is the Lord's doing, and it is marvellous in our eyes?”
Shares key themes with 1 Peter 2:7: stone, builders, same
“And he beheld them, and said, What is this then that is written, The stone which the builders rejected, the same is become the head of the corner?”
Shares key themes with 1 Peter 2:7: stone, builders, same
“And Hezekiah had exceeding much riches and honour: and he made himself treasuries for silver, and for gold, and for precious stones, and for spices, and for shields, and for all manner of pleasant jewels; pleasant...: Heb. instruments of desire”
Shares key themes with 1 Peter 2:7: precious, stone, made
“The stone which the builders refused is become the head stone of the corner.”
Shares key themes with 1 Peter 2:7: stone, builders, head
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