1 Peter 4:6 kjv — For for this cause was the gospel preached also to them that are dead, that they might be judged according to men in th…

King James Version

"For for this cause was the gospel preached also to them that are dead, that they might be judged according to men in the flesh, but live according to God in the spirit."

— 1 Peter 4:6, King James Version

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1 Peter 4 — Context

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For the time past of our life may suffice us to have wrought the will of the Gentiles, when we walked in lasciviousness, lusts, excess of wine, revellings, banquetings, and abominable idolatries:

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Wherein they think it strange that ye run not with them to the same excess of riot, speaking evil of you:

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Who shall give account to him that is ready to judge the quick and the dead.

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For for this cause was the gospel preached also to them that are dead, that they might be judged according to men in the flesh, but live according to God in the spirit.

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But the end of all things is at hand: be ye therefore sober, and watch unto prayer.

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And above all things have fervent charity among yourselves: for charity shall cover the multitude of sins.

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Use hospitality one to another without grudging.

1 Peter 4:6 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does 1 Peter 4:6 say?
1 Peter 4:6 in the King James Version reads: “For for this cause was the gospel preached also to them that are dead, that they might be judged according to men in the flesh, but live according to God in the spirit.”
Where is 1 Peter 4:6 in the Bible?
1 Peter 4:6 is found in the New Testament, in the book of 1 Peter, chapter 4, verse 6.
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 4:6.
What translation should I read 1 Peter 4:6 in?
1 Peter 4:6 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 4:6?
1 Peter 4:6 reads (KJV): “For for this cause was the gospel preached also to them that are dead, that they might be judged according to men in the flesh, but live according to God in the spirit.” 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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