About the book of 1-Peter

Titles, Summaries, and Commentary.

Summary of 1-Peter

First Peter is the Book of Suffering. The lessons that Peter learned the hard way are available for believers in the Church to learn through the doctrine taught in this book.


What does 1-Peter mean?

“Of Peter” is named for the author of the epistle.


Who wrote 1-Peter?

The Apostle Peter authored this epistle (1st Pet. 1:1), with the scribal assistance of Silvanus (1st Pet. 5:12).


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