1 Peter 4:9 web — Be hospitable to one another without grumbling.

World English Bible

"Be hospitable to one another without grumbling."

— 1 Peter 4:9, World English Bible

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1 Peter 4 — Context

6

For to this end the Good News was preached even to the dead, that they might be judged indeed as men in the flesh, but live as to God in the spirit.

7

But the end of all things is near. Therefore be of sound mind, self-controlled, and sober in prayer.

8

And above all things be earnest in your love among yourselves, for love covers a multitude of sins.

9

Be hospitable to one another without grumbling.

10

As each has received a gift, employ it in serving one another, as good managers of the grace of God in its various forms.

11

If anyone speaks, let it be as it were the very words of God. If anyone serves, let it be as of the strength which God supplies, that in all things God may be glorified through Jesus Christ, to whom belong the glory and the dominion forever and ever. Amen.

12

Beloved, don't be astonished at the fiery trial which has come upon you, to test you, as though a strange thing happened to you.

1 Peter 4:9 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does 1 Peter 4:9 say?
1 Peter 4:9 in the World English Bible reads: “Be hospitable to one another without grumbling.”
Where is 1 Peter 4:9 in the Bible?
1 Peter 4:9 is found in the New Testament, in the book of 1 Peter, chapter 4, verse 9.
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 4:9.
What translation should I read 1 Peter 4:9 in?
1 Peter 4:9 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 4:9?
1 Peter 4:9 reads (WEB): “Be hospitable to one another without grumbling.” 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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