1 Peter 1:6

King James Version:

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¶ Wherein ye greatly rejoice, though now for a season, if need be, ye are in heaviness through manifold temptations:

Complete Jewish Bible:

Rejoice in this, even though for a little while you may have to experience grief in various trials.

Berean Standard Bible:

In this you greatly rejoice, though now for a little while you may have had to suffer grief in various trials

American Standard Version:

Wherein ye greatly rejoice, though now for a little while, if need be, ye have been put to grief in manifold trials,

KJV with Strong’s Numbers:

Wherein^{{G1722}{G3739}} ye greatly rejoice^{G21}, though now^{G737} for a season^{G3641}, if^{G1487} need^{G1163} be^{G2076}, ye are in heaviness^{G3076} through^{G1722} manifold^{G4164} temptations^{G3986}:

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Commentary for 1 Peter 1:6

1 Peter 1:6 is part of the opening chapter of the First Epistle of Peter, a letter traditionally attributed to the Apostle Peter and written to encourage Christians scattered throughout Asia Minor who were facing various trials and persecutions. The historical context of this verse is rooted in the early Christian experience of suffering for their faith, which was a common occurrence in the first century.

In this verse, Peter acknowledges that his readers may be experiencing a period of distress ("ye are in heaviness") due to the multitude of trials ("manifold temptations") they are enduring. The term "temptations" here can also be understood as "trials" or "tests," referring to the challenges and sufferings that put their faith to the test. Despite these hardships, Peter emphasizes that they can still have a joy that is profound and enduring ("ye greatly rejoice"). This joy is not dependent on their current circumstances but is rooted in their faith and the future hope they have in Christ—a hope that is imperishable, as mentioned earlier in the chapter (1 Peter 1:3-5).

The themes of the verse include the reality of Christian suffering, the call to rejoice in the midst of trials, and the assurance of a living hope through the resurrection of Jesus Christ. Peter's message is one of encouragement, reminding believers that their present suffering is temporary ("for a season") and serves a purpose ("if need be"). This perspective is meant to provide comfort and strength to the readers, affirming that their faith, though tested, will result in praise, glory, and honor when Jesus Christ is revealed (1 Peter 1:7). The verse reflects the early Christian understanding that endurance through trials leads to spiritual growth and a deeper, more authentic joy that is not diminished by the hardships of life.

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Strong's Numbers and Definitions:

Note: H = Hebrew (OT), G = Greek (NT)

1. Strong's Number: G1722
   There are 2129 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: ἐν
   Transliteration: en
   Pronunciation: en
   Description: a primary preposition denoting (fixed) position (in place, time or state), and (by implication) instrumentality (medially or constructively), i.e. a relation of rest (intermediate between εἰς and ἐκ); "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.:--about, after, against, + almost, X altogether, among, X as, at, before, between, (here-)by (+ all means), for (… sake of), + give self wholly to, (here-)in(-to, -wardly), X mightily, (because) of, (up-)on, (open-)ly, X outwardly, one, X quickly, X shortly, (speedi-)ly, X that, X there(-in, -on), through(-out), (un-)to(-ward), under, when, where(-with), while, with(-in). Often used in compounds, with substantially the same import; rarely with verbs of motion, and then not to indicate direction, except (elliptically) by a separate (and different) preposition.
   
2. Strong's Number: G3739
   There are 1215 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: ὅς
   Transliteration: hós
   Pronunciation: ho
   Description: probably a primary word (or perhaps a form of the article ὁ); the relatively (sometimes demonstrative) pronoun, who, which, what, that:--one, (an-, the) other, some, that, what, which, who(-m, -se), etc. See also οὗ.
   
3. Strong's Number: G21
   There are 1524 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: ἀγαλλιάω
   Transliteration: agalliáō
   Pronunciation: ag-al-lee-ah'-o
   Description: from agan (much) and ἅλλομαι; properly, to jump for joy, i.e. exult:--be (exceeding) glad, with exceeding joy, rejoice (greatly).
   
4. Strong's Number: G737
   There are 35 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: ἄρτι
   Transliteration: árti
   Pronunciation: ar'-tee
   Description: adverb from a derivative of αἴρω (compare ἄρτος) through the idea of suspension; just now:--this day (hour), hence(-forth), here(-after), hither(-to), (even) now, (this) present.
   
5. Strong's Number: G3641
   There are 42 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: ὀλίγος
   Transliteration: olígos
   Pronunciation: ol-ee'-gos
   Description: of uncertain affinity; puny (in extent, degree, number, duration or value); especially neuter (adverbially) somewhat:--+ almost, brief(-ly), few, (a) little, + long, a season, short, small, a while.
   
6. Strong's Number: G1487
   There are 271 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: εἰ
   Transliteration: ei
   Pronunciation: i
   Description: a primary particle of conditionality; if, whether, that, etc.:--forasmuch as, if, that, (al-)though, whether. Often used in connection or composition with other particles, especially as in εἴγε, εἰ δὲ μή(γε), εἰ καί, εἰ μή, εἰ μή τι, εἴ περ, εἴ πως, εἴ τις, ἐκ. See also ἐάν.
   
7. Strong's Number: G1163
   There are 104 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: δεῖ
   Transliteration: deî
   Pronunciation: die
   Description: 3rd person singular active present of δέω; also deon deh-on'; neuter active participle of the same; both used impersonally; it is (was, etc.) necessary (as binding):--behoved, be meet, must (needs), (be) need(-ful), ought, should.
   
8. Strong's Number: G2076
   There are 812 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: ἐστί
   Transliteration: estí
   Pronunciation: es-tee'
   Description: third person singular present indicative of εἰμί; he (she or it) is; also (with neuter plural) they are:--are, be(-long), call, X can(-not), come, consisteth, X dure for a while, + follow, X have, (that) is (to say), make, meaneth, X must needs, + profit, + remaineth, + wrestle.
   
9. Strong's Number: G3076
   There are 21 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: λυπέω
   Transliteration: lypéō
   Pronunciation: loo-peh'-o
   Description: from λύπη; to distress; reflexively or passively, to be sad:--cause grief, grieve, be in heaviness, (be) sorrow(-ful), be (make) sorry.
   
10. Strong's Number: G4164
    There are 10 instances of this translation in the Bible
    Lemma: ποικίλος
    Transliteration: poikílos
    Pronunciation: poy-kee'-los
    Description: of uncertain derivation; motley, i.e. various in character:--divers, manifold.
    
11. Strong's Number: G3986
    There are 20 instances of this translation in the Bible
    Lemma: πειρασμός
    Transliteration: peirasmós
    Pronunciation: pi-ras-mos'
    Description: from πειράζω; a putting to proof (by experiment (of good), experience (of evil), solicitation, discipline or provocation); by implication, adversity:--temptation, X try.