1 Peter 3:12 kjv — For the eyes of the Lord are over the righteous, and his ears are open unto their prayers: but the face of the Lord is…

King James Version

"For the eyes of the Lord are over the righteous, and his ears are open unto their prayers: but the face of the Lord is against them that do evil."

— 1 Peter 3:12, King James Version

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1 Peter 3 — Context

9

Not rendering evil for evil, or railing for railing: but contrariwise blessing; knowing that ye are thereunto called, that ye should inherit a blessing.

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For he that will love life, and see good days, let him refrain his tongue from evil, and his lips that they speak no guile:

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Let him eschew evil, and do good; let him seek peace, and ensue it.

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For the eyes of the Lord are over the righteous, and his ears are open unto their prayers: but the face of the Lord is against them that do evil.

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And who is he that will harm you, if ye be followers of that which is good?

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But and if ye suffer for righteousness’ sake, happy are ye: and be not afraid of their terror, neither be troubled;

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But sanctify the Lord God in your hearts: and be ready always to give an answer to every man that asketh you a reason of the hope that is in you with meekness and fear:

1 Peter 3:12 — Frequently Asked Questions

7 questions
What does 1 Peter 3:12 say?
1 Peter 3:12 in the King James Version reads: “For the eyes of the Lord are over the righteous, and his ears are open unto their prayers: but the face of the Lord is against them that do evil.”
Where is 1 Peter 3:12 in the Bible?
1 Peter 3:12 is found in the New Testament, in the book of 1 Peter, chapter 3, verse 12.
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 3:12.
What translation should I read 1 Peter 3:12 in?
1 Peter 3:12 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 3:12?
1 Peter 3:12 reads (KJV): “For the eyes of the Lord are over the righteous, and his ears are open unto their prayers: but the face of the Lord is against them that do evil.” 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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