The Meaning of 1 Peter 1:9 Explained

1 Peter 1:9

KJV: Receiving the end of your faith, even the salvation of your souls.

YLT: receiving the end of your faith -- salvation of souls;

Darby: receiving the end of your faith, the salvation of your souls.

ASV: receiving the end of your faith, even the salvation of your'souls.

KJV Reverse Interlinear

Receiving  the end  of your  faith,  [even] the salvation  of [your] souls. 

What does 1 Peter 1:9 Mean?

Study Notes

salvation
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The Heb. and (Greek - ἀλεκτοροφωνία , safety, preservation, healing, and soundness). Salvation is the great inclusive word of the Gospel, gathering into itself all the redemptive acts and processes: as justification, redemption, grace, propitiation, imputation, forgiveness, sanctification, and glorification. Salvation is in three tenses:
(1) The believer has been saved from the guilt and penalty of sin Luke 7:50 ; 1 Corinthians 1:18 ; 2 Corinthians 2:15 ; Ephesians 2:5 ; Ephesians 2:8 ; 2 Timothy 1:9 and is safe.
(2) the believer is being saved from the habit and dominion of sin Romans 6:14 ; Philippians 1:19 ; Philippians 2:12 ; Philippians 2:13 ; 2 Thessalonians 2:13 ; Romans 8:2 ; Galatians 2:19 ; Galatians 2:20 ; 2 Corinthians 3:18 .
(3) The believer is to be saved in the sense of entire conformity to Christ. Romans 13:11 ; Hebrews 10:36 ; 1 Peter 1:5 ; 1 John 3:2 . Salvation is by grace through faith, is a free gift, and wholly without works; Romans 3:27 ; Romans 3:28 ; Romans 4:1-8 ; Romans 6:23 ; Ephesians 2:8 . The divine order is: first salvation, then works; Ephesians 2:9 ; Ephesians 2:10 ; Titus 3:5-8 .

Verse Meaning

Ultimately we will obtain the full salvation of our souls (i.e, glorification, though not necessarily exemption from physical suffering and death now). The Greek word translated "souls" (psychon) refers to our persons, namely, the whole beings God has saved (cf. Mark 3:4; Mark 8:34-37; Romans 13:1; 1 Thessalonians 2:8; James 1:21; James 5:20; et al.). [1] A better translation would be "selves" or "lives." Peter probably did not intend a contrast with our bodies. [2] This is part of the reason we experience joy in present trials as well. Since our salvation comes by faith it is only consistent that we should continue to trust God now. Our salvation is still in process. [3]
To summarize this first major section so far ( 1 Peter 1:3-9), Peter called on his readers to rejoice in their present sufferings because of their hope, faith, and love. They had certain hope in the future appearing of Jesus Christ and in their final glorification. They had faith in God"s dealings with them presently, namely, allowing them to undergo trials, and they had love for Jesus Christ for what He had already done for them in the past. It does not matter if we look forward, around us, or backward. We can find grounds for rejoicing wherever we look even as we suffer.

Context Summary

1 Peter 1:1-12 - Our Imperishable Inheritance
Scattered strangers! The designation is true of us all. Note the reference to the Trinity involved in the opening sentence. Our inheritance is prepared and kept for us, as we for it. We who believe may count on the guarding power of God. Not till our spirit is joined to a perfected body in the presence of Christ will our salvation be complete.
Trial is manifold. There is more or less of it in every true life. The best diamonds take longer in cutting and polishing. But, after all, compared to the eternity before us, it is but short-lived, and there is a needs-be for all. Hope in 1 Peter 1:3, faith in 1 Peter 1:7, love in 1 Peter 1:8, blend in the joy that is unspeakable and full of the glory which is as yet hidden.
Notice that the prophets, angels and apostles are represented as deeply interested in that glorious salvation which God has declared unto mankind in the gospel, and by which we have been redeemed. [source]

Chapter Summary: 1 Peter 1

1  Peter praises God for his manifold spiritual graces;
10  showing that the salvation in Christ the fulfillment of prophesy;
13  and exhorts them accordingly to be holy

Greek Commentary for 1 Peter 1:9

Receiving [κομιζομενοι]
Present middle participle of κομιζω — komizō old verb, to receive back, to get what is promised (1 Peter 5:4; Hebrews 10:36). [source]
The end of your faith [το τελος της πιστεως]
The conclusion, the culmination of faith (2 Corinthians 3:13; Romans 2:21.; Romans 10:4). See Hebrews 12:2 of Jesus as “Pioneer and Perfecter of Faith.”Even the salvation of your souls (σωτηριαν πσυχων — sōtērian psuchōn). No “even” in the text, just the accusative of apposition with τελος — telos viz., final salvation. [source]
Even the salvation of your souls [σωτηριαν πσυχων]
No “even” in the text, just the accusative of apposition with τελος — telos viz., final salvation. [source]
Receiving [κομιζόμενοι]
The verb originally means to take care of or provide for; thence to receive hospitably or entertain; to bring home with a view to entertaining or taking care of. Hence, to carry away so as to preserve, to save, rescue, and so to carry away as a prize or booty. Generally, to receive or acquire. Paul uses it of receiving the awards of judgment (2 Corinthians 5:10; Ephesians 6:8; Colossians 3:25). In Hebrews it is used of receiving the promise (Hebrews 10:36; Hebrews 11:39), and of Abraham receiving back Isaac (Hebrews 11:19). Peter uses it thrice, and in each case of receiving the rewards of righteousness or of iniquity. See 1 Peter 5:4; 2 Peter 2:13. [source]

Reverse Greek Commentary Search for 1 Peter 1:9

Hebrews 3:14 Unto the end [μέχρι τέλους]
Better, the consummation. It is more than mere termination. It is the point into which the whole life of faith finally gathers itself up. See Romans 6:21; 2 Corinthians 11:15; Philemon 3:19; Hebrews 6:8; 1 Peter 1:9. [source]
James 1:21 Putting away [αποτεμενοι]
Second aorist middle participle of αποτιτημι — apotithēmi to put off, metaphor of removing clothing as in Romans 13:12; Colossians 3:8; Ephesians 4:22, Ephesians 4:25; 1 Peter 2:1.Filthiness (ρυπαριαν — ruparian). Late word (Plutarch) from ρυπαρος — ruparos dirty (James 2:2), here only in N.T. Surely a dirty garment.Overflowing of wickedness Περισσεια — Perisseia is a late word (from περισσος — perissos abundant, exceeding), only four times in N.T., in 2 Corinthians 8:2 with χαρας — charas (of joy), in Romans 5:17 with χαριτος — charitos (of grace). Κακια — Kakia (from κακος — kakos evil) can be either general like ρυπαρια — ruparia (filthiness, naughtiness), or special like “malice.” But any of either sense is a “superfluity.”With meekness (εν πρατητι — en praūtēti). In docility. “The contrast is with οργη — orgē rather than κακιας — kakias ” (Ropes).The implanted word This old verbal adjective (from εμπυω — emphuō to implant, to grow in), only here in N.T., meaning properly ingrown, inborn, not εμπυτευτον — emphuteuton (engrafted). It is “the rooted word” (James 1:18), sown in the heart as the soil or garden of God (Matt 13:3-23; Matthew 15:13; 1 Corinthians 3:6).Able to save (δυναμενον σωσαι — dunamenon sōsai). Cf. 1 Peter 1:9; James 2:14; James 4:12; James 5:20; Romans 1:16. Ultimate salvation (effective aorist active infinitive σωσαι — sōsai from σωζω — sōzō). [source]
James 1:21 Overflowing of wickedness [περισσειαν κακιας]
Περισσεια — Perisseia is a late word (from περισσος — perissos abundant, exceeding), only four times in N.T., in 2 Corinthians 8:2 with χαρας — charas (of joy), in Romans 5:17 with χαριτος — charitos (of grace). Κακια — Kakia (from κακος — kakos evil) can be either general like ρυπαρια — ruparia (filthiness, naughtiness), or special like “malice.” But any of either sense is a “superfluity.”With meekness (εν πρατητι — en praūtēti). In docility. “The contrast is with οργη — orgē rather than κακιας — kakias ” (Ropes).The implanted word This old verbal adjective (from εμπυω — emphuō to implant, to grow in), only here in N.T., meaning properly ingrown, inborn, not εμπυτευτον — emphuteuton (engrafted). It is “the rooted word” (James 1:18), sown in the heart as the soil or garden of God (Matt 13:3-23; Matthew 15:13; 1 Corinthians 3:6).Able to save (δυναμενον σωσαι — dunamenon sōsai). Cf. 1 Peter 1:9; James 2:14; James 4:12; James 5:20; Romans 1:16. Ultimate salvation (effective aorist active infinitive σωσαι — sōsai from σωζω — sōzō). [source]
James 1:21 The implanted word [τον εμπυτον λογον]
This old verbal adjective (from εμπυω — emphuō to implant, to grow in), only here in N.T., meaning properly ingrown, inborn, not εμπυτευτον — emphuteuton (engrafted). It is “the rooted word” (James 1:18), sown in the heart as the soil or garden of God (Matt 13:3-23; Matthew 15:13; 1 Corinthians 3:6).Able to save (δυναμενον σωσαι — dunamenon sōsai). Cf. 1 Peter 1:9; James 2:14; James 4:12; James 5:20; Romans 1:16. Ultimate salvation (effective aorist active infinitive σωσαι — sōsai from σωζω — sōzō). [source]
James 1:21 Able to save [δυναμενον σωσαι]
Cf. 1 Peter 1:9; James 2:14; James 4:12; James 5:20; Romans 1:16. Ultimate salvation (effective aorist active infinitive σωσαι — sōsai from σωζω — sōzō). [source]
1 Peter 5:4 Ye shall receive []
See on receiving, 1 Peter 1:9. [source]
1 Peter 1:5 Salvation []
Note the frequent occurrence of this word, 1 Peter 1:9, 1 Peter 1:10. [source]
1 Peter 1:10 Concerning which salvation [περι ης σωτηριας]
Another relative clause (taking up σωτηρια — sōtēria from 1 Peter 1:9 and incorporating it) in this long sentence (1 Peter 1:3-12, inclusive, all connected by relatives). Peter lingers over the word σωτηρια — sōtēria (salvation) with something new to say each time (Bigg). Here it is the general sense of the gospel of grace. [source]
1 Peter 5:4 Ye shall receive [κομιζω]
Future of τον αμαραντινον της δοχης στεπανον — komizō (1 Peter 1:9, which see).The crown of glory that fadeth not away (στεπανος — ton amarantinon tēs doxēs stephanon). For “crown” (αμαραντος — stephanos) see James 1:12; 1 Corinthians 9:25; 2 Timothy 4:8; Revelation 2:10; Revelation 3:10; Revelation 4:4. In the Gospels it is used only of the crown of thorns, but Jesus is crowned with glory and honor (Hebrews 2:9). In all these passages it is the crown of victory as it is here. See 1 Peter 1:4 for Αμαραντινος — amarantos unfading. αμαραντ — Amarantinos is made from that word as the name of a flower amaranth (so called because it never withers and revives if moistened with water and so used as a symbol of immortality), “composed of amaranth” or “amarantine,” “the amarantine (unfading) crown of glory.” [source]

What do the individual words in 1 Peter 1:9 mean?

receiving the outcome of the faith of you [the] salvation of [your] souls
κομιζόμενοι τὸ τέλος τῆς πίστεως ‹ὑμῶν› σωτηρίαν ψυχῶν

κομιζόμενοι  receiving 
Parse: Verb, Present Participle Middle, Nominative Masculine Plural
Root: κομίζω  
Sense: to care for, take care of, provide for.
τέλος  outcome 
Parse: Noun, Accusative Neuter Singular
Root: τέλος  
Sense: end.
τῆς  of  the 
Parse: Article, Genitive Feminine Singular
Root:  
Sense: this, that, these, etc.
πίστεως  faith 
Parse: Noun, Genitive Feminine Singular
Root: πίστις  
Sense: conviction of the truth of anything, belief; in the NT of a conviction or belief respecting man’s relationship to God and divine things, generally with the included idea of trust and holy fervour born of faith and joined with it.
‹ὑμῶν›  of  you 
Parse: Personal / Possessive Pronoun, Genitive 2nd Person Plural
Root: σύ  
Sense: you.
σωτηρίαν  [the]  salvation 
Parse: Noun, Accusative Feminine Singular
Root: σωτηρία  
Sense: deliverance, preservation, safety, salvation.
ψυχῶν  of  [your]  souls 
Parse: Noun, Genitive Feminine Plural
Root: ψυχή  
Sense: breath.

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