1 Peter 3:9
King James Version
8 Jun 2026
“Not rendering evil for evil, or railing for railing: but contrariwise blessing; knowing that ye are thereunto called, that ye should inherit a blessing.”
κληρονομέω
To inherit, to receive as an inheritance. Kleronomeo. Blessed are the meek for they shall inherit the earth. Inheritance comes through relationship not achievement. Sons receive what servants cannot.
ἵνα
so that
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ἵνα
That, in order that, so that. Hina. For God so loved the world that He gave His only Son in order that whoever believes in Him should not perish. The purpose of the cross is clear.
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καλέω
you were called
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καλέω
To call, to summon, to invite. Kaleo. Many are called but few are chosen. The call of God is universal but the response is personal. The invitation is open. Will you come.
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εὐλογία
blessing
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εὐλογία
Blessing, benefit, bounty. Eulogia. The cup of blessing which we bless. Every communion cup is a declaration that the cross is the source of every blessing we enjoy.
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εὐλογέω
blessing
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εὐλογέω
To bless, to speak well of. Eulogeo. Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ. Blessing God is acknowledging that He is the source of all good things.
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κακός
evil
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κακός
worthless (intrinsically, such; whereas G4190 (πονηρός) properly refers to effects), i.e. (subjectively) depraved, or (objectively) injurious
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λοιδορία
insult
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λοιδορία
slander or vituperation
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τοὐναντίον
on the contrary
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τοὐναντίον
on the contrary
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