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<a href="/nlt/1_peter/1.htm">New Living Translation</a> But now you must be holy in everything you do, just as God who chose you is holy. <a href="/esv/1_peter/1.htm">English Standard Version</a> but as he who called you is holy, you also be holy in all your conduct, <a href="/bsb/1_peter/1.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a> But just as He who called you is holy, so be holy in all you do, <a href="/blb/1_peter/1.htm">Berean Literal Bible</a> But as the One having called you is holy, be holy yourselves also in all your conduct, <a href="/kjv/1_peter/1.htm">King James Bible</a> But as he which hath called you is holy, so be ye holy in all manner of conversation; <a href="/nkjv/1_peter/1.htm">New King James Version</a> but as He who called you is holy, you also be holy in all your conduct, <a href="/nasb_/1_peter/1.htm">New American Standard Bible</a> but like the Holy One who called you, be holy yourselves also in all your behavior; <a href="/nasb/1_peter/1.htm">NASB 1995</a> but like the Holy One who called you, be holy yourselves also in all your behavior; <a href="/nasb77/1_peter/1.htm">NASB 1977 </a> but like the Holy One who called you, be holy yourselves also in all your behavior; <a href="/lsb/1_peter/1.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a> but like the Holy One who called you, be holy yourselves also in all your conduct; <a href="/amp/1_peter/1.htm">Amplified Bible</a> But like the Holy One who called you, be holy yourselves in all your conduct [be set apart from the world by your godly character and moral courage]; <a href="/csb/1_peter/1.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a> But as the one who called you is holy, you also are to be holy in all your conduct; <a href="/hcsb/1_peter/1.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a> But as the One who called you is holy, you also are to be holy in all your conduct; <a href="/asv/1_peter/1.htm">American Standard Version</a> but like as he who called you is holy, be ye yourselves also holy in all manner of living; <a href="/cev/1_peter/1.htm">Contemporary English Version</a> Always live as God's holy people should, because God is the one who chose you, and he is holy. <a href="/erv/1_peter/1.htm">English Revised Version</a> but like as he which called you is holy, be ye yourselves also holy in all manner of living; <a href="/gwt/1_peter/1.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a> But because the God who called you is holy you must be holy in every aspect of your life. <a href="/gnt/1_peter/1.htm">Good News Translation</a> Instead, be holy in all that you do, just as God who called you is holy. <a href="/isv/1_peter/1.htm">International Standard Version</a> Instead, be holy in every aspect of your life, just as the one who called you is holy. <a href="/msb/1_peter/1.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a> But just as He who called you is holy, so be holy in all you do, <a href="/net/1_peter/1.htm">NET Bible</a> but, like the Holy One who called you, become holy yourselves in all of your conduct, <a href="/nheb/1_peter/1.htm">New Heart English Bible</a> but just as he who called you is holy, you yourselves also be holy in all of your behavior; <a href="/wbt/1_peter/1.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a> But as he who hath called you is holy, so be ye holy in all manner of deportment. <a href="/wey/1_peter/1.htm">Weymouth New Testament</a> but--in imitation of the holy One who has called you--you also must be holy in all your habits of life. <a href="/web/1_peter/1.htm">World English Bible</a> but just as he who called you is holy, you yourselves also be holy in all of your behavior, <div class="vheading2">Literal Translations</div><a href="/lsv/1_peter/1.htm">Literal Standard Version</a> but according as He who called you [is] holy, you also, become holy in all behavior, <a href="/blb/1_peter/1.htm">Berean Literal Bible</a> But as the One having called you is holy, be holy yourselves also in all your conduct, <a href="/ylt/1_peter/1.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a> but according as He who did call you is holy, ye also, become holy in all behaviour, <a href="/slt/1_peter/1.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a> But according to the holy one calling you, also should ye yourselves be holy in all turning back;<div class="vheading2">Catholic Translations</div><a href="/drb/1_peter/1.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a> But according to him that hath called you, who is holy, be you also in all manner of conversation holy: <a href="/cpdv/1_peter/1.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a> but in accord with him who has called you: the Holy One. And in every behavior, you yourself must be holy, <a href="/nabre/1_peter/1.htm">New American Bible</a> but, as he who called you is holy, be holy yourselves in every aspect of your conduct, <a href="/nrsvce/1_peter/1.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a> Instead, as he who called you is holy, be holy yourselves in all your conduct;<div class="vheading2">Translations from Aramaic</div><a href="/lamsa/1_peter/1.htm">Lamsa Bible</a> But be you holy in all your conduct, as he who has called you is holy; <a href="/aramaic-plain-english/1_peter/1.htm">Aramaic Bible in Plain English</a> But be Holy Ones in your entire way of life, as he who has called you is holy,<div class="vheading2">NT Translations</div><a href="/anderson/1_peter/1.htm">Anderson New Testament</a> but as he who has called you is holy, so be you holy in all your behavior: <a href="/godbey/1_peter/1.htm">Godbey New Testament</a> but according to the Holy One who has called you. Be ye also holy in all your deportment; <a href="/haweis/1_peter/1.htm">Haweis New Testament</a> but as he who hath called you is holy, be ye holy also in all your conduct: <a href="/mace/1_peter/1.htm">Mace New Testament</a> but as he, who has called you, is holy: let your whole conduct be an imitation of his holiness. <a href="/wey/1_peter/1.htm">Weymouth New Testament</a> but--in imitation of the holy One who has called you--you also must be holy in all your habits of life. <a href="/worrell/1_peter/1.htm">Worrell New Testament</a> but, according as He Who called you is holy, do ye yourselves become holy in all your conduct; <a href="/worsley/1_peter/1.htm">Worsley New Testament</a> but as He who hath called you is holy, be ye also holy in all your conversation: since it is written, <a href="/parallel/1_peter/1-15.htm">Additional Translations ...</a></div></div></div><div id="centbox"><div class="padcent"><a name="audio" id="audio"></a><div class="vheadingv">Audio Bible</div><iframe width="100%" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/1h9-AlUcaGE?start=154" title="YouTube video player" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen></iframe> <div class="vheadingv">Context</div><a href="/bsb/1_peter/1.htm">A Call to Holiness</a> …14As obedient children, do not conform to the passions of your former ignorance. 15<a href="/greek/235.htm" title="235: alla (Conj) -- But, except, however. Neuter plural of allos; properly, other things, i.e. contrariwise.">But</a> <a href="/greek/2596.htm" title="2596: kata (Prep) -- A primary particle; down, in varied relations (genitive, dative or accusative) with which it is joined).">just as</a> <a href="/greek/3588.htm" title="3588: ton (Art-AMS) -- The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the.">He who</a> <a href="/greek/2564.htm" title="2564: kalesanta (V-APA-AMS) -- (a) I call, summon, invite, (b) I call, name. Akin to the base of keleuo; to call.">called</a> <a href="/greek/4771.htm" title="4771: hymas (PPro-A2P) -- You. The person pronoun of the second person singular; thou.">you</a> <a href="/greek/40.htm" title="40: hagion (Adj-AMS) -- Set apart by (or for) God, holy, sacred. From hagos; sacred.">is holy,</a> <a href="/greek/2532.htm" title="2532: kai (Conj) -- And, even, also, namely. ">so</a> <a href="/greek/846.htm" title="846: autoi (PPro-NM3P) -- He, she, it, they, them, same. From the particle au; the reflexive pronoun self, used of the third person, and of the other persons."></a> <a href="/greek/1096.htm" title="1096: genēthēte (V-AMP-2P) -- A prolongation and middle voice form of a primary verb; to cause to be, i.e. to become, used with great latitude.">be</a> <a href="/greek/40.htm" title="40: hagioi (Adj-NMP) -- Set apart by (or for) God, holy, sacred. From hagos; sacred.">holy</a> <a href="/greek/1722.htm" title="1722: en (Prep) -- In, on, among. A primary preposition denoting position, and instrumentality, i.e. A relation of rest; in, at, on, by, etc.">in</a> <a href="/greek/3956.htm" title="3956: pasē (Adj-DFS) -- All, the whole, every kind of. Including all the forms of declension; apparently a primary word; all, any, every, the whole.">all</a> <a href="/greek/391.htm" title="391: anastrophē (N-DFS) -- Dealing with other men, conduct, life, behavior, manner of life. From anastrepho; behavior.">you do,</a> 16for it is written: “Be holy, because I am holy.”…<div class="cred"><a href="//berean.bible">Berean Standard Bible</a> · <a href="//berean.bible/downloads.htm">Download</a></div> <a name="crossref" id="crossref"></a><div class="vheading">Cross References</div><div id="crf"><a href="/leviticus/11-44.htm">Leviticus 11:44</a> For I am the LORD your God; consecrate yourselves, therefore, and be holy, because I am holy. You must not defile yourselves by any creature that crawls along the ground. <a href="/leviticus/19-2.htm">Leviticus 19:2</a> “Speak to the whole congregation of Israel and tell them: Be holy because I, the LORD your God, am holy. <a href="/leviticus/20-7.htm">Leviticus 20:7</a> Consecrate yourselves, therefore, and be holy, because I am the LORD your God. <a href="/matthew/5-48.htm">Matthew 5:48</a> Be perfect, therefore, as your heavenly Father is perfect. <a href="/2_corinthians/7-1.htm">2 Corinthians 7:1</a> 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. <a href="/ephesians/1-4.htm">Ephesians 1:4</a> For He chose us in Him before the foundation of the world to be holy and blameless in His presence. In love <a href="/ephesians/4-24.htm">Ephesians 4:24</a> and to put on the new self, created to be like God in true righteousness and holiness. <a href="/colossians/3-12.htm">Colossians 3:12</a> Therefore, as the elect of God, holy and beloved, clothe yourselves with hearts of compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness, and patience. <a href="/1_thessalonians/4-7.htm">1 Thessalonians 4:7</a> For God has not called us to impurity, but to holiness. <a href="/hebrews/12-14.htm">Hebrews 12:14</a> Pursue peace with everyone, as well as holiness, without which no one will see the Lord. <a href="/romans/12-1.htm">Romans 12:1-2</a> Therefore I urge you, brothers, on account of God’s mercy, to offer your bodies as living sacrifices, holy and pleasing to God, which is your spiritual service of worship. / Do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what is the good, pleasing, and perfect will of God. <a href="/1_john/3-3.htm">1 John 3:3</a> And everyone who has this hope in Him purifies himself, just as Christ is pure. <a href="/2_timothy/1-9.htm">2 Timothy 1:9</a> 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. <a href="/1_corinthians/1-2.htm">1 Corinthians 1:2</a> To the church of God in Corinth, to those sanctified in Christ Jesus and called to be holy, together with all those everywhere who call on the name of our Lord Jesus Christ, their Lord and ours: <a href="/1_corinthians/6-19.htm">1 Corinthians 6:19-20</a> Do you not know that your body is a temple of the Holy Spirit who is in you, whom you have received from God? You are not your own; / you were bought at a price. Therefore glorify God with your body.</div> <a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div>But as he which has called you is holy, so be you holy in all manner of conversation;as.<a href="/1_peter/2-9.htm">1 Peter 2:9</a> But ye are a chosen generation, a royal priesthood, an holy nation, a peculiar people; that ye should shew forth the praises of him who hath called you out of darkness into his marvellous light:<a href="/1_peter/5-10.htm">1 Peter 5:10</a> But the God of all grace, who hath called us unto his eternal glory by Christ Jesus, after that ye have suffered a while, make you perfect, stablish, strengthen, settle you.<a href="/romans/8-28.htm">Romans 8:28-30</a> And we know that all things work together for good to them that love God, to them who are the called according to his purpose… is.<a href="/isaiah/6-3.htm">Isaiah 6:3</a> And one cried unto another, and said, Holy, holy, holy, is the LORD of hosts: the whole earth is full of his glory.<a href="/revelation/3-7.htm">Revelation 3:7</a> And to the angel of the church in Philadelphia write; These things saith he that is holy, he that is true, he that hath the key of David, he that openeth, and no man shutteth; and shutteth, and no man openeth;<a href="/revelation/4-8.htm">Revelation 4:8</a> And the four beasts had each of them six wings about him; and they were full of eyes within: and they rest not day and night, saying, Holy, holy, holy, Lord God Almighty, which was, and is, and is to come.so.<a href="/matthew/5-48.htm">Matthew 5:48</a> Be ye therefore perfect, even as your Father which is in heaven is perfect.<a href="/luke/1-74.htm">Luke 1:74,75</a> That he would grant unto us, that we being delivered out of the hand of our enemies might serve him without fear, … <a href="/2_corinthians/7-1.htm">2 Corinthians 7:1</a> Having therefore these promises, dearly beloved, let us cleanse ourselves from all filthiness of the flesh and spirit, perfecting holiness in the fear of God.in.<a href="/1_peter/2-12.htm">1 Peter 2:12</a> Having your conversation honest among the Gentiles: that, whereas they speak against you as evildoers, they may by your good works, which they shall behold, glorify God in the day of visitation.<a href="/1_peter/3-16.htm">1 Peter 3:16</a> Having a good conscience; that, whereas they speak evil of you, as of evildoers, they may be ashamed that falsely accuse your good conversation in Christ.<a href="/philippians/3-20.htm">Philippians 3:20</a> For our conversation is in heaven; from whence also we look for the Saviour, the Lord Jesus Christ:<div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/titus/2-3.htm">Behavior</a> <a href="/james/1-21.htm">Behaviour</a> <a href="/james/3-13.htm">Conduct</a> <a href="/james/3-13.htm">Conversation</a> <a href="/james/3-13.htm">Deportment</a> <a href="/hebrews/9-5.htm">Detail</a> <a href="/1_timothy/5-6.htm">Habits</a> <a href="/1_peter/1-12.htm">Holy</a> <a href="/hebrews/8-5.htm">Imitation</a> <a href="/james/4-14.htm">Life</a> <a href="/1_peter/1-11.htm">Manner</a> <a href="/hebrews/13-10.htm">Servants</a> <a href="/galatians/4-19.htm">You</a> <a href="/1_peter/1-14.htm">Yourselves</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/1_peter/2-12.htm">Behavior</a> <a href="/1_peter/2-12.htm">Behaviour</a> <a href="/1_peter/1-17.htm">Conduct</a> <a href="/1_peter/1-18.htm">Conversation</a> <a href="/1_peter/3-1.htm">Deportment</a> <a href="/deuteronomy/24-8.htm">Detail</a> <a href="/1_peter/1-18.htm">Habits</a> <a href="/1_peter/1-16.htm">Holy</a> <a href="/acts/7-44.htm">Imitation</a> <a href="/1_peter/1-18.htm">Life</a> <a href="/1_peter/1-18.htm">Manner</a> <a href="/1_peter/2-16.htm">Servants</a> <a href="/genesis/17-11.htm">You</a> <a href="/1_peter/1-17.htm">Yourselves</a><div class="vheading2">1 Peter 1</div>1. <a href="/1_peter/1-1.htm">Peter praises God for his manifold spiritual graces;</a> 10. <a href="/1_peter/1-10.htm">showing that the salvation in Christ the fulfillment of prophesy;</a> 13. <a href="/1_peter/1-13.htm">and exhorts them accordingly to be holy.</a> </div></div><div id="mdd"><div align="center"><div class="bot2"><table align="center" width="100%"><tr><td><div align="center"> <script id="3d27ed63fc4348d5b062c4527ae09445"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=51ce25d5-1a8c-424a-8695-4bd48c750f35&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; 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The concept of God's holiness is central to the Bible, signifying His purity, moral perfection, and separation from sin. In the Old Testament, God's holiness is a recurring theme, as seen in <a href="/isaiah/6-3.htm">Isaiah 6:3</a>, where the seraphim proclaim, "Holy, holy, holy is the LORD Almighty." The call to holiness is rooted in the character of God Himself, who is the ultimate standard of holiness. The calling of believers is a divine initiative, reflecting God's sovereign choice and purpose, as seen in passages like <a href="/romans/8-30.htm">Romans 8:30</a>, which speaks of those whom God predestined, called, justified, and glorified.so be holy This command to "be holy" is an imperative for believers to reflect God's holiness in their lives. Holiness involves being set apart for God's purposes and living in a manner that is distinct from the sinful patterns of the world. <a href="/leviticus/11-44.htm">Leviticus 11:44-45</a> provides a foundational understanding of holiness, where God commands the Israelites to be holy because He is holy. This call to holiness is not merely about external behavior but involves an inner transformation and dedication to God. The New Testament continues this theme, with passages like <a href="/1_thessalonians/4-7.htm">1 Thessalonians 4:7</a>, which states that God has called believers to live a holy life.in all you do This phrase underscores the comprehensive nature of the call to holiness, extending to every aspect of a believer's life. Holiness is not limited to religious activities or certain areas of life but encompasses all actions, thoughts, and attitudes. <a href="/colossians/3-17.htm">Colossians 3:17</a> echoes this idea, instructing believers to do everything in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through Him. The call to holiness in all things reflects the transformative power of the Gospel, which enables believers to live lives that honor God in every situation. This holistic approach to holiness challenges believers to examine their daily lives and align them with God's standards.<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <a href="/topical/p/peter.htm">Peter</a> The apostle Peter, one of Jesus' closest disciples, is the author of this epistle. He writes to encourage and instruct believers who are scattered and facing trials. 2. <a href="/topical/r/recipients_of_the_epistle.htm">Recipients of the Epistle</a> The letter is addressed to the "elect exiles" scattered throughout Pontus, Galatia, Cappadocia, Asia, and Bithynia, regions in Asia Minor (modern-day Turkey). 3. <a href="/topical/g/god.htm">God</a> Referred to as "He who called you," emphasizing His role as the initiator of the believers' faith and the standard of holiness. 4. <a href="/topical/h/holiness.htm">Holiness</a> A central theme in this verse, reflecting God's nature and the expected conduct of believers. 5. <a href="/topical/c/christian_conduct.htm">Christian Conduct</a> The context of the letter addresses how Christians should live in a world that is often hostile to their faith.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><a href="/topical/u/understanding_holiness.htm">Understanding Holiness</a> Holiness is not merely about moral purity but being set apart for God's purposes. It involves a transformation of character and conduct. <a href="/topical/t/the_call_to_holiness.htm">The Call to Holiness</a> As believers, we are called to reflect God's holiness in every aspect of our lives. This is a continuous process of sanctification. <a href="/topical/p/practical_holiness.htm">Practical Holiness</a> Holiness should permeate all areas of life, including thoughts, words, and actions. It is not confined to religious activities but extends to everyday living. <a href="/topical/d/dependence_on_god.htm">Dependence on God</a> Achieving holiness is not through human effort alone but through reliance on the Holy Spirit, who empowers and guides us. <a href="/topical/w/witness_to_the_world.htm">Witness to the World</a> Our holiness serves as a testimony to the world, demonstrating the transformative power of the Gospel.<a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/ellicott/1_peter/1.htm">Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers</a></div>(15) But as he which hath called you is holy.--More correctly, But according to (or, after, i.e., in the likeness of: see <a href="/ephesians/4-24.htm" title="And that you put on the new man, which after God is created in righteousness and true holiness.">Ephesians 4:24</a>, "after God") the Holy One who called you. The "calling" is mentioned because of the obligation it imposes upon us. Bengel notices how fond St. Peter is of the words "call," "calling." (See <a href="/1_peter/2-9.htm" title="But you are a chosen generation, a royal priesthood, an holy nation, a peculiar people; that you should show forth the praises of him who has called you out of darkness into his marvelous light;">1Peter 2:9</a>; <a href="/1_peter/2-21.htm" title="For even hereunto were you called: because Christ also suffered for us, leaving us an example, that you should follow his steps:">1Peter 2:21</a>; <a href="/1_peter/3-9.htm" title="Not rendering evil for evil, or railing for railing: but contrariwise blessing; knowing that you are thereunto called, that you should inherit a blessing.">1Peter 3:9</a>; <a href="/1_peter/5-10.htm" title="But the God of all grace, who has called us to his eternal glory by Christ Jesus, after that you have suffered a while, make you perfect, establish, strengthen, settle you.">1Peter 5:10</a>; <a href="/2_peter/1-3.htm" title="According as his divine power has given to us all things that pertain to life and godliness, through the knowledge of him that has called us to glory and virtue:">2Peter 1:3</a>; <a href="/2_peter/1-10.htm" title="Why the rather, brothers, give diligence to make your calling and election sure: for if you do these things, you shall never fall:">2Peter 1:10</a>.) The "call" here seems to mean specially the call to be children of God. . . . <div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/1_peter/1.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div>Verse 15. - But as he which hath called you is holy; rather, after the pattern of the Holy One who called you. The calling is the fulfillment of the election:, "Whom he did predestinate, them he also called." The Christian's effort must be to fashion himself, by God's grace, after the likeness of God. not according to the former lusts (comp. <a href="/matthew/5-45.htm">Matthew 5:45, 48</a>; also <a href="/colossians/3-10.htm">Colossians 3:10</a>; <a href="/ephesians/4-24.htm">Ephesians 4:24</a>). So be ye holy in all manner of conversation. In the whole course of your daily life, in all its details, as you move hither and thither among men, take the holiness of God for your pattern: "Be not conformed to this world." (For the word "conversation" (ἀναστροφή), comp. <a href="/galatians/1-13.htm">Galatians 1:13</a>; <a href="/ephesians/4-22.htm">Ephesians 4:22</a>; <a href="/1_timothy/4-12.htm">1 Timothy 4:12</a>; <a href="/hebrews/13-7.htm">Hebrews 13:7</a>.) <a href="/commentaries/1_peter/1-15.htm">Parallel Commentaries ...</a> <a name="lexicon" id="lexicon"></a><div class="vheading">Greek</div>But ἀλλὰ (alla) Conjunction <a href="/greek/strongs_235.htm">Strong's 235: </a> But, except, however. Neuter plural of allos; properly, other things, i.e. contrariwise. just as κατὰ (kata) Preposition <a href="/greek/strongs_2596.htm">Strong's 2596: </a> A primary particle; down, in varied relations (genitive, dative or accusative) with which it is joined). He who τὸν (ton) Article - Accusative Masculine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_3588.htm">Strong's 3588: </a> The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the. called καλέσαντα (kalesanta) Verb - Aorist Participle Active - Accusative Masculine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_2564.htm">Strong's 2564: </a> (a) I call, summon, invite, (b) I call, name. Akin to the base of keleuo; to 'call'. you ὑμᾶς (hymas) Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Accusative 2nd Person Plural <a href="/greek/strongs_4771.htm">Strong's 4771: </a> You. The person pronoun of the second person singular; thou. [is] holy, ἅγιον (hagion) Adjective - Accusative Masculine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_40.htm">Strong's 40: </a> Set apart by (or for) God, holy, sacred. From hagos; sacred. so καὶ (kai) Conjunction <a href="/greek/strongs_2532.htm">Strong's 2532: </a> And, even, also, namely. be γενήθητε (genēthēte) Verb - Aorist Imperative Passive - 2nd Person Plural <a href="/greek/strongs_1096.htm">Strong's 1096: </a> A prolongation and middle voice form of a primary verb; to cause to be, i.e. to become, used with great latitude. holy ἅγιοι (hagioi) Adjective - Nominative Masculine Plural <a href="/greek/strongs_40.htm">Strong's 40: </a> Set apart by (or for) God, holy, sacred. From hagos; sacred. in ἐν (en) Preposition <a href="/greek/strongs_1722.htm">Strong's 1722: </a> In, on, among. A primary preposition denoting position, and instrumentality, i.e. A relation of rest; 'in, ' at, on, by, etc. all πάσῃ (pasē) Adjective - Dative Feminine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_3956.htm">Strong's 3956: </a> All, the whole, every kind of. Including all the forms of declension; apparently a primary word; all, any, every, the whole. you do, ἀναστροφῇ (anastrophē) Noun - Dative Feminine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_391.htm">Strong's 391: </a> Dealing with other men, conduct, life, behavior, manner of life. 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