1 Peter Chapter 5 · Verse 12
By Silvanus, a faithful brother unto you, as I suppose, I have written briefly, exhorting, and testifying that this is the true grace of God wherein ye stand.
Original Language Analysis
δι'
By
G1223
δι'
By
Strong's:
G1223
Word #:
1 of 23
through (in very wide applications, local, causal, or occasional)
τοῦ
G3588
τοῦ
Strong's:
G3588
Word #:
4 of 23
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
ἀδελφοῦ
brother
G80
ἀδελφοῦ
brother
Strong's:
G80
Word #:
6 of 23
a brother (literally or figuratively) near or remote (much like g0001)
ὡς
as
G5613
ὡς
as
Strong's:
G5613
Word #:
7 of 23
which how, i.e., in that manner (very variously used, as follows)
λογίζομαι
I suppose
G3049
λογίζομαι
I suppose
Strong's:
G3049
Word #:
8 of 23
to take an inventory, i.e., estimate (literally or figuratively)
δι'
By
G1223
δι'
By
Strong's:
G1223
Word #:
9 of 23
through (in very wide applications, local, causal, or occasional)
ὀλίγων
G3641
ὀλίγων
Strong's:
G3641
Word #:
10 of 23
puny (in extent, degree, number, duration or value); especially neuter (adverbially) somewhat
ἔγραψα
I have written
G1125
ἔγραψα
I have written
Strong's:
G1125
Word #:
11 of 23
to "grave", especially to write; figuratively, to describe
παρακαλῶν
exhorting
G3870
παρακαλῶν
exhorting
Strong's:
G3870
Word #:
12 of 23
to call near, i.e., invite, invoke (by imploration, hortation or consolation)
καὶ
and
G2532
καὶ
and
Strong's:
G2532
Word #:
13 of 23
and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
ταύτην
G3778
ταύτην
Strong's:
G3778
Word #:
15 of 23
the he (she or it), i.e., this or that (often with article repeated)
χάριν
grace
G5485
χάριν
grace
Strong's:
G5485
Word #:
18 of 23
graciousness (as gratifying), of manner or act (abstract or concrete; literal, figurative or spiritual; especially the divine influence upon the heart
τοῦ
G3588
τοῦ
Strong's:
G3588
Word #:
19 of 23
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
θεοῦ
of God
G2316
θεοῦ
of God
Strong's:
G2316
Word #:
20 of 23
a deity, especially (with g3588) the supreme divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; exceedingly (by hebraism)
εἰς
wherein
G1519
εἰς
wherein
Strong's:
G1519
Word #:
21 of 23
to or into (indicating the point reached or entered), of place, time, or (figuratively) purpose (result, etc.); also in adverbial phrases
Cross References
Hebrews 13:22And I beseech you, brethren, suffer the word of exhortation: for I have written a letter unto you in few words.Acts 11:23Who, when he came, and had seen the grace of God, was glad, and exhorted them all, that with purpose of heart they would cleave unto the Lord.1 Corinthians 15:1Moreover, brethren, I declare unto you the gospel which I preached unto you, which also ye have received, and wherein ye stand;2 Corinthians 1:19For the Son of God, Jesus Christ, who was preached among you by us, even by me and Silvanus and Timotheus, was not yea and nay, but in him was yea.Acts 20:24But none of these things move me, neither count I my life dear unto myself, so that I might finish my course with joy, and the ministry, which I have received of the Lord Jesus, to testify the gospel of the grace of God.1 Thessalonians 1:1Paul, and Silvanus, and Timotheus, unto the church of the Thessalonians which is in God the Father and in the Lord Jesus Christ: Grace be unto you, and peace, from God our Father, and the Lord Jesus Christ.2 Thessalonians 1:1Paul, and Silvanus, and Timotheus, unto the church of the Thessalonians in God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ:
Historical Context
Silvanus (Silas) likely served as scribe. Peter summarizes letter's purpose as testifying to true grace.
Questions for Reflection
- What does standing fast in God's true grace mean amid trials?
- How does recognizing grace as central theme reshape your reading of Peter?
Analysis & Commentary
Peter identifies Silvanus as scribe. This is the true grace of God - stand fast in it. Letter's purpose: encourage and testify to God's grace.