1 Peter 2:6

Authorized King James Version

Wherefore also it is contained in the scripture, Behold, I lay in Sion a chief corner stone, elect, precious: and he that believeth on him shall not be confounded.

Word-by-Word Analysis

διὸ

G1352

Wherefore

through which thing, i.e., consequently

καὶ

G2532

also

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

περιέχει

G4023

it is contained

to hold all around, i.e., include, clasp (figuratively)

ἐν

G1722

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

τῇ

G3588

the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)

γραφῇ

G1124

the scripture

a document, i.e., holy writ (or its contents or a statement in it)

Ἰδού,

G2400

Behold

used as imperative lo!

τίθημι

G5087

I lay

to place (in the widest application, literally and figuratively; properly, in a passive or horizontal posture, and thus different from g2476, which pr

ἐν

G1722

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

#10

Σιὼν

G4622

Sion

sion (i.e., tsijon), a hill of jerusalem; figuratively, the church (militant or triumphant)

#11

λίθον

G3037

stone

a stone (literally or figuratively)

#12

ἀκρογωνιαῖον

G204

a chief corner

belonging to the extreme corner

#13

ἐκλεκτὸν

G1588

elect

select; by implication, favorite

#14

ἔντιμον

G1784

precious

valued (figuratively)

#15

καὶ

G2532

also

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

#16

ὁ

G3588

the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)

#17

πιστεύων

G4100

he that believeth

to have faith (in, upon, or with respect to, a person or thing), i.e., credit; by implication, to entrust (especially one's spiritual well-being to ch

#18

ἐπ'

G1909

properly, meaning superimposition (of time, place, order, etc.), as a relation of distribution (with the genitive case), i.e., over, upon, etc.; of re

#19

αὐτῷ

G846

him

the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the comparative g1438) of the third person, and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons

#20

οὐ

G3756

the absolute negative (compare g3361) adverb; no or not

#21

μὴ

G3361

(adverb) not, (conjunction) lest; also (as an interrogative implying a negative answer (whereas g3756 expects an affirmative one)) whether

#22

καταισχυνθῇ

G2617

confounded

to shame down, i.e., disgrace or (by implication) put to the blush

Analysis

Within the broader context of 1 Peter, this passage highlights salvation through universal language and absolute statements. The theological weight of divine revelation connects to fundamental Christian doctrine about divine revelation, contributing to our understanding of God's nature and relationship with humanity. This verse contributes to the book's overall argument by building upon previous themes while advancing the overall message of 1 Peter.

Historical Context

This passage must be understood within the political and social structures of the biblical period. The author writes to address believers seeking to understand God's will and purposes, making the emphasis on salvation particularly relevant. Historical documents from this period show cultural practices and social structures that would have been familiar to the original readers, illuminating the verse's original impact.

Questions for Reflection

How does the salvation theme in this verse connect to the overarching narrative of Scripture, and what does this reveal about God's character and purposes?
How might the original audience's understanding of divine revelation differ from modern interpretations, and what bridges can be built between ancient meaning and contemporary application?
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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