Greeting to the Elect Pilgrims

Peter, an apostle of Jesus Christ,

To the [a]pilgrims (A)of the Dispersion in Pontus, Galatia, Cappadocia, Asia, and Bithynia, (B)elect (C)according to the foreknowledge of God the Father, (D)in sanctification of the Spirit, for (E)obedience and (F)sprinkling of the blood of Jesus Christ:

(G)Grace to you and peace be multiplied.

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Footnotes

  1. 1 Peter 1:1 sojourners, temporary residents

Farewell and Peace

12 By (A)Silvanus, our faithful brother as I consider him, I have written to you briefly, exhorting and testifying (B)that this is the true grace of God in which you stand.

13 She who is in Babylon, elect together with you, greets you; and so does (C)Mark my son. 14 Greet one another with a kiss of love.

Peace to you all who are in Christ Jesus. Amen.

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