1 Peter 3:8

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“Finally, all of you, be like-minded and sympathetic, love as brothers, be tenderhearted and humble.”

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BSBPD

“Finally, all of you, be like-minded and sympathetic, love as brothers, be tenderhearted and humble.”

Berean Standard Bible · Public Domain (CC0)
KJVPD

“Finally, be ye all of one mind, having compassion one of another, love as brethren, be pitiful, be courteous:”

King James Version · Public Domain
ASVPD

“Finally, be ye all likeminded, compassionate, loving as brethren, tenderhearted, humbleminded:”

American Standard Version · Public Domain
YLTPD

“And finally, being all of one mind, having fellow-feeling, loving as brethren, compassionate, courteous,”

Young's Literal Translation · Public Domain
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Cross references

Other passages that echo 1 Peter 3:8 — 24 related verses from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge.

  1. Psalms 103:13As a father has compassion on his children, so the LORD has compassion on those who fear Him.
  2. Proverbs 28:8He who increases his wealth by interest and usury lays it up for one who is kind to the poor.
  3. Zechariah 7:9“This is what the LORD of Hosts says: ‘Administer true justice. Show loving devotion and compassion to one another.
  4. Matthew 18:33Shouldn’t you have had mercy on your fellow servant, just as I had on you?’
  5. Luke 10:33But when a Samaritan on a journey came upon him, he looked at him and had compassion.
  6. Acts 2:1When the day of Pentecost came, they were all together in one place.
  7. Acts 4:32The multitude of believers was one in heart and soul. No one claimed that any of his possessions was his own, but they shared everything they owned.
  8. Acts 27:3The next day we landed at Sidon, and Julius treated Paul with consideration, allowing him to visit his friends and receive their care.
  9. Acts 28:7Nearby stood an estate belonging to Publius, the chief official of the island. He welcomed us and entertained us hospitably for three days.
  10. Romans 12:10Be devoted to one another in brotherly love. Outdo yourselves in honoring one another.
  11. Romans 12:15Rejoice with those who rejoice; weep with those who weep.
  12. Romans 15:5Now may the God who gives endurance and encouragement grant you harmony with one another in Christ Jesus,
  13. 1 Corinthians 1:10I appeal to you, brothers, in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ, that all of you agree together, so that there may be no divisions among you and that you may be united in mind and conviction.
  14. 1 Corinthians 12:26If one part suffers, every part suffers with it; if one part is honored, every part rejoices with it.
  15. Ephesians 4:2with all humility and gentleness, with patience, bearing with one another in love,
  16. Ephesians 4:31Get rid of all bitterness, rage and anger, outcry and slander, along with every form of malice.
  17. Philippians 3:16Nevertheless, we must live up to what we have already attained.
  18. Philippians 4:8Finally, brothers, whatever is true, whatever is honorable, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable—if anything is excellent or praiseworthy—think on these things.
  19. Colossians 3:12Therefore, as the elect of God, holy and beloved, clothe yourselves with hearts of compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness, and patience.
  20. Hebrews 13:1Continue in brotherly love.
  21. James 2:13For judgment without mercy will be shown to anyone who has not been merciful. Mercy triumphs over judgment.
  22. James 3:17But the wisdom from above is first of all pure, then peace-loving, gentle, accommodating, full of mercy and good fruit, impartial, and sincere.
  23. James 5:11See how blessed we consider those who have persevered. You have heard of Job’s perseverance and have seen the outcome from the Lord. The Lord is full of compassion and mercy.
  24. 1 Peter 1:22Since you have purified your souls by obedience to the truth so that you have a genuine love for your brothers, love one another deeply, from a pure heart.

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