1 Peter 3:4
Meaning, cross-references, and a prayer for 1 Peter 3:4 — by Collins Asein
Quick Summary
1 Peter 3:4 is a verse from the book of 1 Peter in the New Testament. The KJV reads: "But let it be the hidden man of the heart, in that which is not corruptible, even the ornament of a meek and quiet spiri..." Below you will find the full verse text, cross-references, meaning, and a prayer based on this scripture.
1 Peter 3:4 — KJV
“But let it be the hidden man of the heart, in that which is not corruptible, even the ornament of a meek and quiet spirit, which is in the sight of God of great price.”
— 1 Peter 3:4 (KJV)
1 Peter 3:4 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 3:4
“But Sihon king of Heshbon would not let us pass by him: for the LORD thy God hardened his spirit, and made his heart obstinate, that he might deliver him into thy hand, as appeareth this day.”
Shares key themes with 1 Peter 3:4: let, heart, spirit
“In the morning thou shalt say, Would God it were even! and at even thou shalt say, Would God it were morning! for the fear of thine heart wherewith thou shalt fear, and for the sight of thine eyes which thou shalt see.”
Shares key themes with 1 Peter 3:4: heart, even, sight
“Wherefore should the heathen say, Where is their God? let him be known among the heathen in our sight by the revenging of the blood of thy servants which is shed. revenging: Heb. vengeance”
Shares key themes with 1 Peter 3:4: let, even, sight
“Rejoice, O young man, in thy youth; and let thy heart cheer thee in the days of thy youth, and walk in the ways of thine heart, and in the sight of thine eyes: but know thou, that for all these things God will bring thee into judgment.”
Shares key themes with 1 Peter 3:4: let, heart, sight
“The Spirit of the Lord GOD is upon me; because the LORD hath anointed me to preach good tidings unto the meek; he hath sent me to bind up the brokenhearted, to proclaim liberty to the captives, and the opening of the prison to them that are bound;”
Shares key themes with 1 Peter 3:4: heart, meek, spirit
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