1 Peter /
Karen H. Jobes.
- Second edition.
- xx, 374 pages ; 24 cm.
- Baker exegetical commentary on the New Testament .
Includes bibliographical references and index.
Introduction to 1 Peter -- A greeting to the Christian diaspora of Asia Minor (1:1-2) -- The opening of the letter : reassurance for God's people (1:3-2:10) -- As God's people, live godly lives (2:11-4:11) -- Consolation for the suffering flock (4:12-5:11) -- The letter closing : final words and greetings (5:12-14) -- Excursus : the syntax of 1 Peter : how good is the Greek?
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