1 Peter 1:15 “But just as He who called you is holy, so be holy in all you do,”

1 Peter 1:15

But just as He who called you is holy, so be holy in all you do,

Berean Standard Bible

Other translations

King James Version

But as he which hath called you is holy, so be ye holy in all manner of conversation;

World English Bible

but just as he who called you is holy, you yourselves also be holy in all of your behavior,

American Standard Version

but like as he who called you is holy, be ye yourselves also holy in all manner of living;

Geneva Bible 1599

But as hee which hath called you, is holie, so be yee holie in all maner of conuersation;

Darby Translation

but as he who has called you is holy, be ye also holy in all [your] conversation;

Young's Literal Translation

but according as He who did call you [is] holy, ye also, become holy in all behaviour,

Bible in Basic English

But be holy in every detail of your lives, as he, whose servants you are, is holy;

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Cross references

“as”

1 Peter 2:9 Romans 8:28–30 Philippians 3:14 2 Timothy 1:9 1 Thessalonians 2:12 1 Peter 5:10

1 Peter 2:9 · BSB

But you are a chosen people, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, a people for God’s own possession, to proclaim the virtues of Him who called you out of darkness into His marvelous light.

Romans 8:28–30 · BSB

And we know that God works all things together for the good of those who love Him, who are called according to His purpose.

Philippians 3:14 · BSB

I press on toward the goal to win the prize of God’s heavenly calling in Christ Jesus.

2 Timothy 1:9 · BSB

He has saved us and called us to a holy calling, not because of our works, but by His own purpose and by the grace He granted us in Christ Jesus before time began.

1 Thessalonians 2:12 · BSB

encouraging you, comforting you, and urging you to walk in a manner worthy of God, who calls you into His own kingdom and glory.

1 Peter 5:10 · BSB

And after you have suffered for a little while, the God of all grace, who has called you to His eternal glory in Christ, will Himself restore you, secure you, strengthen you, and establish you.

“is”

Isaiah 6:3 Revelation 3:7 Revelation 6:10 Revelation 4:8

Isaiah 6:3 · BSB

And they were calling out to one another: “Holy, holy, holy is the LORD of Hosts; all the earth is full of His glory.”

Revelation 3:7 · BSB

To the angel of the church in Philadelphia write: These are the words of the One who is holy and true, who holds the key of David. What He opens no one can shut, and what He shuts no one can open.

Revelation 6:10 · BSB

And they cried out in a loud voice, “How long, O Lord, holy and true, until You judge those who dwell upon the earth and avenge our blood?”

Revelation 4:8 · BSB

And each of the four living creatures had six wings and was covered with eyes all around and within. Day and night they never stop saying: “Holy, Holy, Holy, is the Lord God Almighty, who was and is and is to come!”

“so”

Matthew 5:48 2 Corinthians 7:1 Hebrews 12:14 1 Thessalonians 4:3–7 Philippians 1:27 Titus 3:14

Matthew 5:48 · BSB

Be perfect, therefore, as your heavenly Father is perfect.

2 Corinthians 7:1 · BSB

Therefore, beloved, since we have these promises, let us cleanse ourselves from everything that defiles body and spirit, perfecting holiness in the fear of God.

Hebrews 12:14 · BSB

Pursue peace with everyone, as well as holiness, without which no one will see the Lord.

1 Thessalonians 4:3–7 · BSB

For it is God’s will that you should be holy: You must abstain from sexual immorality;

Philippians 1:27 · BSB

Nevertheless, conduct yourselves in a manner worthy of the gospel of Christ. Then, whether I come and see you or only hear about you in my absence, I will know that you stand firm in one spirit, contending together as on…

Titus 3:14 · BSB

And our people must also learn to devote themselves to good works in order to meet the pressing needs of others, so that they will not be unfruitful.

“in”

James 3:13 1 Peter 2:12 Hebrews 13:5 2 Peter 3:11–14 Philippians 3:20 1 Timothy 4:12

James 3:13 · BSB

Who is wise and understanding among you? Let him show it by his good conduct, by deeds done in the humility that comes from wisdom.

1 Peter 2:12 · BSB

Conduct yourselves with such honor among the Gentiles that, though they slander you as evildoers, they may see your good deeds and glorify God on the day He visits us.

Hebrews 13:5 · BSB

Keep your lives free from the love of money and be content with what you have, for God has said: “Never will I leave you, never will I forsake you.”

2 Peter 3:11–14 · BSB

Since everything will be destroyed in this way, what kind of people ought you to be? You ought to conduct yourselves in holiness and godliness

Philippians 3:20 · BSB

But our citizenship is in heaven, and we eagerly await a Savior from there, the Lord Jesus Christ,

1 Timothy 4:12 · BSB

Let no one despise your youth, but set an example for the believers in speech, in conduct, in love, in faith, in purity.

Also

1 John 3:3

1 John 3:3 · BSB

And everyone who has this hope in Him purifies himself, just as Christ is pure.

Cross references adapted from OpenBible.info (CC BY 4.0) and the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge.

In context

14As obedient children, do not conform to the passions of your former ignorance.

16for it is written: “Be holy, because I am holy.”

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