1 Peter 2:10 akjv — Which in time past were not a people, but are now the people of God: which had not obtained mercy, but now have obtaine…

American King James Version

"Which in time past were not a people, but are now the people of God: which had not obtained mercy, but now have obtained mercy. "

— 1 Peter 2:10, American King James Version

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1 Peter 2 — Context

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To you therefore which believe he is precious: but to them which be disobedient, the stone which the builders disallowed, the same is made the head of the corner,

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And a stone of stumbling, and a rock of offense, even to them which stumble at the word, being disobedient: to which also they were appointed.

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But you are a chosen generation, a royal priesthood, an holy nation, a peculiar people; that you should show forth the praises of him who has called you out of darkness into his marvelous light;

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Which in time past were not a people, but are now the people of God: which had not obtained mercy, but now have obtained mercy.

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Dearly beloved, I beseech you as strangers and pilgrims, abstain from fleshly lusts, which war against the soul;

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Having your conversation honest among the Gentiles: that, whereas they speak against you as evildoers, they may by your good works, which they shall behold, glorify God in the day of visitation.

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Submit yourselves to every ordinance of man for the Lord’s sake: whether it be to the king, as supreme;

1 Peter 2:10 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does 1 Peter 2:10 say?
1 Peter 2:10 in the American King James Version reads: “Which in time past were not a people, but are now the people of God: which had not obtained mercy, but now have obtained mercy. ”
Where is 1 Peter 2:10 in the Bible?
1 Peter 2:10 is found in the New Testament, in the book of 1 Peter, chapter 2, verse 10.
Who wrote 1 Peter?
1 Peter is traditionally attributed to Peter the Apostle. It was written c. AD 62–64.
What is the book of 1 Peter about?
Peter writes to "elect exiles" suffering for their faith, anchoring them in a living hope, an incorruptible inheritance, and the example of Christ who suffered for them. The letter teaches believers how to live well as strangers in a hostile world.
What are the major themes of 1 Peter?
1 Peter explores themes including Suffering, Living Hope, Holiness, Submission, Shepherding. These themes shape the meaning and context of 1 Peter 2:10.
What translation should I read 1 Peter 2:10 in?
1 Peter 2:10 is available on GodsGoodBook in the King James Version (KJV), American Standard Version (ASV), World English Bible (WEB), NET Bible, Young's Literal Translation, Darby Bible, Douay-Rheims Bible, and the Bible in Basic English. Each translation reflects different translation philosophies — use the translation picker on this page to compare them, or browse our full translations directory.
How can I memorize 1 Peter 2:10?
1 Peter 2:10 reads (AKJV): “Which in time past were not a people, but are now the people of God: which had not obtained mercy, but now have obtained mercy. ” Read it aloud, break it into short phrases, repeat each phrase three times before adding the next, then put the phrases together. Reading it in multiple translations (above) often helps the meaning settle.
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