1 Peter 1:2

Authorized King James Version

Elect according to the foreknowledge of God the Father, through sanctification of the Spirit, unto obedience and sprinkling of the blood of Jesus Christ: Grace unto you, and peace, be multiplied.

Word-by-Word Analysis

κατὰ

G2596

according

(prepositionally) down (in place or time), in varied relations (according to the case (genitive, dative or accusative) with which it is joined)

πρόγνωσιν

G4268

to the foreknowledge

forethought

θεοῦ

G2316

of God

a deity, especially (with g3588) the supreme divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; exceedingly (by hebraism)

πατρός

G3962

the Father

a "father" (literally or figuratively, near or more remote)

ἐν

G1722

through

"in," at, (up-)on, by, etc

ἁγιασμῷ

G38

sanctification

properly, purification, i.e., (the state) purity; concretely (by hebraism) a purifier

πνεύματος

G4151

of the Spirit

a current of air, i.e., breath (blast) or a breeze; by analogy or figuratively, a spirit, i.e., (human) the rational soul, (by implication) vital prin

εἰς

G1519

unto

to or into (indicating the point reached or entered), of place, time, or (figuratively) purpose (result, etc.); also in adverbial phrases

ὑπακοὴν

G5218

obedience

attentive hearkening, i.e., (by implication) compliance or submission

#10

καὶ

G2532

and

and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words

#11

ῥαντισμὸν

G4473

sprinkling

aspersion (ceremonially or figuratively)

#12

αἵματος

G129

of the blood

blood, literally (of men or animals), figuratively (the juice of grapes) or specially (the atoning blood of christ); by implication, bloodshed, also k

#13

Ἰησοῦ

G2424

of Jesus

jesus (i.e., jehoshua), the name of our lord and two (three) other israelites

#14

Χριστοῦ

G5547

Christ

anointed, i.e., the messiah, an epithet of jesus

#15

χάρις

G5485

Grace

graciousness (as gratifying), of manner or act (abstract or concrete; literal, figurative or spiritual; especially the divine influence upon the heart

#16

ὑμῖν

G5213

unto you

to (with or by) you

#17

καὶ

G2532

and

and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words

#18

εἰρήνη

G1515

peace

peace (literally or figuratively); by implication, prosperity

#19

πληθυνθείη

G4129

be multiplied

to increase (transitively or intransitively)

Analysis

Within the broader context of 1 Peter, this passage highlights salvation through declarative statements that establish theological truth. The theological weight of grace connects to fundamental Christian doctrine about grace, contributing to our understanding of God's nature and relationship with humanity. This verse contributes to the book's overall argument by establishing foundational concepts crucial to 1 Peter's theological argument.

Historical Context

The literary and historical milieu of the literary conventions and historical circumstances of biblical literature shapes this text's meaning. The historical development of salvation within the theological tradition of 1 Peter Understanding the ancient worldview that shaped the author's theological expression helps modern readers appreciate why the author emphasizes grace in this particular way.

Questions for Reflection

What practical applications emerge from understanding salvation as presented in this verse, particularly in light of addressing questions of religious pluralism and the exclusivity of Christ?
In what ways does this verse's emphasis on grace address religious pluralism and questions about the necessity of Christ, and how should the church respond?
How does this passage contribute to our understanding of from physical deliverance in the Old Testament to spiritual redemption in the New, and what implications does this have for Christian discipleship?

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