1 Peter 2:17 akjv — Honor all men. Love the brotherhood. Fear God. Honor the king.

American King James Version

"Honor all men. Love the brotherhood. Fear God. Honor the king. "

— 1 Peter 2:17, American King James Version

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1 Peter 2 — Context

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Or to governors, as to them that are sent by him for the punishment of evildoers, and for the praise of them that do well.

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For so is the will of God, that with well doing you may put to silence the ignorance of foolish men:

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As free, and not using your liberty for a cloak of maliciousness, but as the servants of God.

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Honor all men. Love the brotherhood. Fear God. Honor the king.

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Servants, be subject to your masters with all fear; not only to the good and gentle, but also to the fraudulent.

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For this is thank worthy, if a man for conscience toward God endure grief, suffering wrongfully.

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For what glory is it, if, when you be buffeted for your faults, you shall take it patiently? but if, when you do well, and suffer for it, you take it patiently, this is acceptable with God.

1 Peter 2:17 — Frequently Asked Questions

7 questions
What does 1 Peter 2:17 say?
1 Peter 2:17 in the American King James Version reads: “Honor all men. Love the brotherhood. Fear God. Honor the king. ”
Where is 1 Peter 2:17 in the Bible?
1 Peter 2:17 is found in the New Testament, in the book of 1 Peter, chapter 2, verse 17.
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 2:17.
What translation should I read 1 Peter 2:17 in?
1 Peter 2:17 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 2:17?
1 Peter 2:17 reads (AKJV): “Honor all men. Love the brotherhood. Fear God. Honor the king. ” 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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