1 Peter 5:14
Greet ye one another with a kiss of charity. Peace be with you all that are in Christ Jesus. Amen.
Original Language Analysis
ἀσπάσασθε
Greet ye
G782
ἀσπάσασθε
Greet ye
Strong's:
G782
Word #:
1 of 13
to enfold in the arms, i.e., (by implication) to salute, (figuratively) to welcome
ἀγάπης
of charity
G26
ἀγάπης
of charity
Strong's:
G26
Word #:
5 of 13
love, i.e., affection or benevolence; specially (plural) a love-feast
εἰρήνη
Peace
G1515
εἰρήνη
Peace
Strong's:
G1515
Word #:
6 of 13
peace (literally or figuratively); by implication, prosperity
τοῖς
G3588
τοῖς
Strong's:
G3588
Word #:
9 of 13
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
Cross References
Romans 16:16Salute one another with an holy kiss. The churches of Christ salute you.Ephesians 6:23Peace be to the brethren, and love with faith, from God the Father and the Lord Jesus Christ.Romans 8:1There is therefore now no condemnation to them which are in Christ Jesus, who walk not after the flesh, but after the Spirit.Romans 1:7To all that be in Rome, beloved of God, called to be saints: Grace to you and peace from God our Father, and the Lord Jesus Christ.1 Corinthians 16:20All the brethren greet you. Greet ye one another with an holy kiss.1 Corinthians 1:30But of him are ye in Christ Jesus, who of God is made unto us wisdom, and righteousness, and sanctification, and redemption:John 20:19Then the same day at evening, being the first day of the week, when the doors were shut where the disciples were assembled for fear of the Jews, came Jesus and stood in the midst, and saith unto them, Peace be unto you.John 20:26And after eight days again his disciples were within, and Thomas with them: then came Jesus, the doors being shut, and stood in the midst, and said, Peace be unto you.John 16:33These things I have spoken unto you, that in me ye might have peace. In the world ye shall have tribulation: but be of good cheer; I have overcome the world.John 14:27Peace I leave with you, my peace I give unto you: not as the world giveth, give I unto you. Let not your heart be troubled, neither let it be afraid.
Historical Context
Kiss was standard Christian greeting. Final blessing invokes peace on all believers in Christ.
Questions for Reflection
- What modern equivalent expresses the love and fellowship of holy kiss?
- Why is peace the fitting final word for suffering believers?
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Analysis & Commentary
Peter commands: Greet one another with kiss of love. Peace be with all in Christ Jesus. Final blessing pronounces shalom.