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They submitted themselves to their own husbands, <a href="/nlt/1_peter/3.htm">New Living Translation</a> This is how the holy women of old made themselves beautiful. They put their trust in God and accepted the authority of their husbands. <a href="/esv/1_peter/3.htm">English Standard Version</a> For this is how the holy women who hoped in God used to adorn themselves, by submitting to their own husbands, <a href="/bsb/1_peter/3.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a> For this is how the holy women of the past adorned themselves. They put their hope in God and were submissive to their husbands, <a href="/blb/1_peter/3.htm">Berean Literal Bible</a> For in this way formerly, the holy women also hoping in God used to adorn themselves, being subject to the own husbands, <a href="/kjv/1_peter/3.htm">King James Bible</a> For after this manner in the old time the holy women also, who trusted in God, adorned themselves, being in subjection unto their own husbands: <a href="/nkjv/1_peter/3.htm">New King James Version</a> For in this manner, in former times, the holy women who trusted in God also adorned themselves, being submissive to their own husbands, <a href="/nasb_/1_peter/3.htm">New American Standard Bible</a> For in this way the holy women of former times, who hoped in God, also used to adorn themselves, being subject to their own husbands, <a href="/nasb/1_peter/3.htm">NASB 1995</a> For in this way in former times the holy women also, who hoped in God, used to adorn themselves, being submissive to their own husbands; <a href="/nasb77/1_peter/3.htm">NASB 1977 </a> For in this way in former times the holy women also, who hoped in God, used to adorn themselves, being submissive to their own husbands. <a href="/lsb/1_peter/3.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a> For in this way in former times the holy women also, who hoped in God, used to adorn themselves, being subject to their own husbands, <a href="/amp/1_peter/3.htm">Amplified Bible</a> For in this way in former times the holy women, who hoped in God, used to adorn themselves, being submissive to their own husbands and adapting themselves to them; <a href="/csb/1_peter/3.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a> For in the past, the holy women who put their hope in God also adorned themselves in this way, submitting to their own husbands, <a href="/hcsb/1_peter/3.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a> For in the past, the holy women who put their hope in God also beautified themselves in this way, submitting to their own husbands, <a href="/asv/1_peter/3.htm">American Standard Version</a> For after this manner aforetime the holy women also, who hoped in God, adorned themselves, being in subjection to their own husbands: <a href="/cev/1_peter/3.htm">Contemporary English Version</a> Long ago those women who worshiped God and put their hope in him made themselves beautiful by putting their husbands first. <a href="/erv/1_peter/3.htm">English Revised Version</a> For after this manner aforetime the holy women also, who hoped in God, adorned themselves, being in subjection to their own husbands: <a href="/gwt/1_peter/3.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a> After all, this is how holy women who had confidence in God expressed their beauty in the past. They placed themselves under their husbands' authority <a href="/gnt/1_peter/3.htm">Good News Translation</a> For the devout women of the past who placed their hope in God used to make themselves beautiful by submitting themselves to their husbands. <a href="/isv/1_peter/3.htm">International Standard Version</a> After all, this is how holy women who set their hope on God used to make themselves beautiful in the past. They submitted themselves to their husbands, <a href="/msb/1_peter/3.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a> For this is how the holy women of the past adorned themselves. They put their hope in God and were submissive to their husbands, <a href="/net/1_peter/3.htm">NET Bible</a> For in the same way the holy women who hoped in God long ago adorned themselves by being subject to their husbands, <a href="/nheb/1_peter/3.htm">New Heart English Bible</a> For this is how the holy women before, who hoped in God also adorned themselves, being in subjection to their own husbands: <a href="/wbt/1_peter/3.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a> For after this manner in former times the holy women also, who trusted in God, adorned themselves, being in subjection to their own husbands: <a href="/wey/1_peter/3.htm">Weymouth New Testament</a> For in ancient times also this was the way the holy women who set their hopes upon God used to adorn themselves, being submissive to their husbands. <a href="/web/1_peter/3.htm">World English Bible</a> For this is how in the past the holy women who hoped in God also adorned themselves, being in subjection to their own husbands. <div class="vheading2">Literal Translations</div><a href="/lsv/1_peter/3.htm">Literal Standard Version</a> for thus once also the holy women who hoped on God were adorning themselves, being subject to their own husbands, <a href="/blb/1_peter/3.htm">Berean Literal Bible</a> For in this way formerly, the holy women also hoping in God used to adorn themselves, being subject to the own husbands, <a href="/ylt/1_peter/3.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a> for thus once also the holy women who did hope on God, were adorning themselves, being subject to their own husbands, <a href="/slt/1_peter/3.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a> For so once also the holy women, hoping in God, arranged themselves, being subjected to their own husbands:<div class="vheading2">Catholic Translations</div><a href="/drb/1_peter/3.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a> For after this manner heretofore the holy women also, who trusted in God, adorned themselves, being in subjection to their own husbands: <a href="/cpdv/1_peter/3.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a> For in this way, in past times also, holy women adorned themselves, hoping in God, being subject to their own husbands. <a href="/nabre/1_peter/3.htm">New American Bible</a> For this is also how the holy women who hoped in God once used to adorn themselves and were subordinate to their husbands; <a href="/nrsvce/1_peter/3.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a> It was in this way long ago that the holy women who hoped in God used to adorn themselves by accepting the authority of their husbands.<div class="vheading2">Translations from Aramaic</div><a href="/lamsa/1_peter/3.htm">Lamsa Bible</a> For so also in the past did the holy women, who trusted in God, adorn their lives and were submissive to their own husbands: <a href="/aramaic-plain-english/1_peter/3.htm">Aramaic Bible in Plain English</a> For in this way from the first, the holy women who hoped in God were adorning their souls and they submitted to their husbands.<div class="vheading2">NT Translations</div><a href="/anderson/1_peter/3.htm">Anderson New Testament</a> For, in former times, the holy women also, who trusted in God, thus adorned themselves, being in subjection to their own husbands, <a href="/godbey/1_peter/3.htm">Godbey New Testament</a> For in this way in olden times the holy wives, the ones having hope toward God, were indeed accustomed to beautify themselves, submissive to their own husbands: <a href="/haweis/1_peter/3.htm">Haweis New Testament</a> For so in times of old the holy women also, who hoped in God, adorned themselves, being in subjection to their own husbands; <a href="/mace/1_peter/3.htm">Mace New Testament</a> the holy religious women of former times were thus adorned, and were submissive to their husbands. <a href="/wey/1_peter/3.htm">Weymouth New Testament</a> For in ancient times also this was the way the holy women who set their hopes upon God used to adorn themselves, being submissive to their husbands. <a href="/worrell/1_peter/3.htm">Worrell New Testament</a> For thus, in former times, the holy women also, who hoped in God, were wont to adorn themselves, submitting themselves to their own husbands; <a href="/worsley/1_peter/3.htm">Worsley New Testament</a> For so also formerly the holy women, who hoped in God, adorned themselves, being submissive to their husbands; as Sarah obeyed Abraham, calling him her lord: <a href="/parallel/1_peter/3-5.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=530" 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/3.htm">Wives and Husbands</a> …4but from the inner disposition of your heart, the unfading beauty of a gentle and quiet spirit, which is precious in God’s sight. 5<a href="/greek/1063.htm" title="1063: gar (Conj) -- For. A primary particle; properly, assigning a reason.">For</a> <a href="/greek/3779.htm" title="3779: Houtōs (Adv) -- Thus, so, in this manner. Or (referring to what precedes or follows).">this is how</a> <a href="/greek/3588.htm" title="3588: hai (Art-NFP) -- The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the.">the</a> <a href="/greek/40.htm" title="40: hagiai (Adj-NFP) -- Set apart by (or for) God, holy, sacred. From hagos; sacred.">holy</a> <a href="/greek/1135.htm" title="1135: gynaikes (N-NFP) -- A woman, wife, my lady. Probably from the base of ginomai; a woman; specially, a wife.">women</a> <a href="/greek/4218.htm" title="4218: pote (Prtcl) -- At one time or other, at some time, formerly. From the base of pou and te; indefinite adverb, at some time, ever.">of the past</a> <a href="/greek/2532.htm" title="2532: kai (Conj) -- And, even, also, namely. "></a> <a href="/greek/2885.htm" title="2885: ekosmoun (V-IIA-3P) -- To put into order; I decorate, deck, adorn. From kosmos; to put in proper order, i.e. Decorate; specially, to snuff.">adorned</a> <a href="/greek/1438.htm" title="1438: heautas (RefPro-AF3P) -- Himself, herself, itself. ">themselves.</a> <a href="/greek/3588.htm" title="3588: hai (Art-NFP) -- The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the."></a> <a href="/greek/1679.htm" title="1679: elpizousai (V-PPA-NFP) -- To hope, hope for, expect, trust. From elpis; to expect or confide.">They put their hope</a> <a href="/greek/1519.htm" title="1519: eis (Prep) -- A primary preposition; to or into, of place, time, or purpose; also in adverbial phrases.">in</a> <a href="/greek/2316.htm" title="2316: Theon (N-AMS) -- A deity, especially the supreme Divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; by Hebraism, very.">God</a> <a href="/greek/5293.htm" title="5293: hypotassomenai (V-PPM/P-NFP) -- From hupo and tasso; to subordinate; reflexively, to obey.">and were submissive</a> <a href="/greek/3588.htm" title="3588: tois (Art-DMP) -- The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the.">to</a> <a href="/greek/2398.htm" title="2398: idiois (Adj-DMP) -- Pertaining to self, i.e. One's own; by implication, private or separate.">their</a> <a href="/greek/435.htm" title="435: andrasin (N-DMP) -- A male human being; a man, husband. A primary word; a man.">husbands,</a> 6just as Sarah obeyed Abraham and called him lord. And you are her children if you do what is right and refuse to give way to fear.…<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="/genesis/18-12.htm">Genesis 18:12</a> So she laughed to herself, saying, “After I am worn out and my master is old, will I now have this pleasure?” <a href="/genesis/12-11.htm">Genesis 12:11-13</a> As he was about to enter Egypt, he said to his wife Sarai, “Look, I know that you are a beautiful woman, / and when the Egyptians see you, they will say, ‘This is his wife.’ Then they will kill me but will let you live. / Please say you are my sister, so that I will be treated well for your sake, and on account of you my life will be spared.” <a href="/genesis/24-67.htm">Genesis 24:67</a> And Isaac brought her into the tent of his mother Sarah and took Rebekah as his wife. And Isaac loved her and was comforted after his mother’s death. <a href="/genesis/17-15.htm">Genesis 17:15-16</a> Then God said to Abraham, “As for Sarai your wife, do not call her Sarai, for her name is to be Sarah. / And I will bless her and will surely give you a son by her. I will bless her, and she will be the mother of nations; kings of peoples will descend from her.” <a href="/genesis/21-1.htm">Genesis 21:1-2</a> Now the LORD attended to Sarah as He had said, and the LORD did for Sarah what He had promised. / So Sarah conceived and bore a son to Abraham in his old age, at the very time God had promised. <a href="/proverbs/31-10.htm">Proverbs 31:10-31</a> A wife of noble character, who can find? She is far more precious than rubies. / The heart of her husband trusts in her, and he lacks nothing of value. / She brings him good and not harm all the days of her life. ... <a href="/isaiah/54-5.htm">Isaiah 54:5</a> For your husband is your Maker—the LORD of Hosts is His name—the Holy One of Israel is your Redeemer; He is called the God of all the earth. <a href="/ruth/3-11.htm">Ruth 3:11</a> And now do not be afraid, my daughter. I will do for you whatever you request, since all my fellow townspeople know that you are a woman of noble character. <a href="/ephesians/5-22.htm">Ephesians 5:22-24</a> Wives, submit to your husbands as to the Lord. / For the husband is the head of the wife as Christ is the head of the church, His body, of which He is the Savior. / Now as the church submits to Christ, so also wives should submit to their husbands in everything. <a href="/colossians/3-18.htm">Colossians 3:18</a> Wives, submit to your husbands, as is fitting in the Lord. <a href="/titus/2-3.htm">Titus 2:3-5</a> Older women, likewise, are to be reverent in their behavior, not slanderers or addicted to much wine, but teachers of good. / In this way they can train the young women to love their husbands and children, / to be self-controlled, pure, managers of their households, kind, and submissive to their own husbands, so that the word of God will not be discredited. <a href="/1_timothy/2-9.htm">1 Timothy 2:9-10</a> Likewise, I want the women to adorn themselves with respectable apparel, with modesty, and with self-control, not with braided hair or gold or pearls or expensive clothes, / but with good deeds, as is proper for women who profess to worship God. <a href="/1_timothy/2-11.htm">1 Timothy 2:11-12</a> A woman must learn in quietness and full submissiveness. / I do not permit a woman to teach or to exercise authority over a man; she is to remain quiet. <a href="/1_corinthians/11-3.htm">1 Corinthians 11:3</a> But I want you to understand that the head of every man is Christ, and the head of the woman is man, and the head of Christ is God. <a href="/1_corinthians/14-34.htm">1 Corinthians 14:34-35</a> Women are to be silent in the churches. They are not permitted to speak, but must be in submission, as the law says. / If they wish to inquire about something, they are to ask their own husbands at home; for it is dishonorable for a woman to speak in the church.</div> <a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div>For after this manner in the old time the holy women also, who trusted in God, adorned themselves, being in subjection to their own husbands:the holy.<a href="/proverbs/31-10.htm">Proverbs 31:10,30</a> Who can find a virtuous woman? for her price is far above rubies… <a href="/luke/8-2.htm">Luke 8:2,3</a> And certain women, which had been healed of evil spirits and infirmities, Mary called Magdalene, out of whom went seven devils, … <a href="/acts/1-14.htm">Acts 1:14</a> These all continued with one accord in prayer and supplication, with the women, and Mary the mother of Jesus, and with his brethren.who.<a href="/1_samuel/2-1.htm">1 Samuel 2:1</a> And Hannah prayed, and said, My heart rejoiceth in the LORD, mine horn is exalted in the LORD: my mouth is enlarged over mine enemies; because I rejoice in thy salvation.<a href="/jeremiah/49-11.htm">Jeremiah 49:11</a> Leave thy fatherless children, I will preserve them alive; and let thy widows trust in me.<a href="/luke/2-37.htm">Luke 2:37</a> And she was a widow of about fourscore and four years, which departed not from the temple, but served God with fastings and prayers night and day.adorned.<a href="/1_peter/3-2.htm">1 Peter 3:2-4</a> While they behold your chaste conversation coupled with fear… <div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/titus/2-10.htm">Adorn</a> <a href="/1_corinthians/2-4.htm">Adorned</a> <a href="/1_peter/3-3.htm">Adorning</a> <a href="/hebrews/1-1.htm">Ancient</a> <a href="/1_peter/1-14.htm">Former</a> <a href="/2_corinthians/13-2.htm">Heretofore</a> <a href="/1_peter/3-2.htm">Holy</a> <a href="/1_peter/1-21.htm">Hope</a> <a href="/hebrews/11-1.htm">Hoped</a> <a href="/1_peter/1-13.htm">Hopes</a> <a href="/1_peter/3-1.htm">Husbands</a> <a href="/1_peter/3-2.htm">Manner</a> <a href="/1_peter/2-10.htm">Once</a> <a href="/1_peter/3-3.htm">Ornaments</a> <a href="/1_peter/2-10.htm">Past</a> <a href="/1_peter/3-1.htm">Ruled</a> <a href="/1_peter/3-1.htm">Subjection</a> <a href="/1_peter/3-1.htm">Submissive</a> <a href="/1_peter/1-12.htm">Themselves</a> <a href="/1_peter/2-10.htm">Time</a> <a href="/1_peter/1-20.htm">Times</a> <a href="/1_peter/2-23.htm">Trusted</a> <a href="/1_peter/1-14.htm">Used</a> <a href="/1_peter/3-1.htm">Way</a> <a href="/1_peter/3-1.htm">Women</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/ezra/7-27.htm">Adorn</a> <a href="/revelation/17-4.htm">Adorned</a> <a href="/1_peter/3-3.htm">Adorning</a> <a href="/1_peter/3-20.htm">Ancient</a> <a href="/revelation/21-4.htm">Former</a> <a href="/genesis/31-2.htm">Heretofore</a> <a href="/2_peter/1-1.htm">Holy</a> <a href="/1_peter/3-15.htm">Hope</a> <a href="/esther/9-1.htm">Hoped</a> <a href="/1_john/3-3.htm">Hopes</a> <a href="/1_peter/3-7.htm">Husbands</a> <a href="/1_peter/3-7.htm">Manner</a> <a href="/1_peter/3-18.htm">Once</a> <a href="/revelation/17-4.htm">Ornaments</a> <a href="/1_peter/4-3.htm">Past</a> <a href="/1_peter/3-6.htm">Ruled</a> <a href="/2_chronicles/28-10.htm">Subjection</a> <a href="/1_peter/5-5.htm">Submissive</a> <a href="/1_peter/4-5.htm">Themselves</a> <a href="/1_peter/3-15.htm">Time</a> <a href="/1_peter/3-20.htm">Times</a> <a href="/numbers/12-7.htm">Trusted</a> <a href="/genesis/2-6.htm">Used</a> <a href="/1_peter/3-6.htm">Way</a> <a href="/revelation/9-8.htm">Women</a><div class="vheading2">1 Peter 3</div>1. <a href="/1_peter/3-1.htm">He teaches the duty of wives and husbands to each other;</a> 8. <a href="/1_peter/3-8.htm">exhorting all men to unity and love;</a> 14. <a href="/1_peter/3-14.htm">and to suffer persecution.</a> 19. <a href="/1_peter/3-19.htm">He declares also the benefits of Christ toward the old world.</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 phrase refers to the women of the Old Testament who are often highlighted for their faith and godly character. These women, such as Sarah, Rebekah, and Ruth, are seen as models of virtue and piety. The concept of "adorning" here is not about external beauty but about inner qualities that reflect a heart devoted to God. This aligns with the biblical principle found in <a href="/1_samuel/16-7.htm">1 Samuel 16:7</a>, where God values the heart over outward appearance. The cultural context of the time placed significant emphasis on physical adornment, but these women are commended for their spiritual adornment, which is timeless and transcends cultural norms.They put their hope in God This phrase emphasizes the foundation of their character and actions: trust in God. In a historical context, these women lived in patriarchal societies where their security and status were often tied to their husbands or male relatives. Despite this, their ultimate hope and trust were in God, not in human institutions or relationships. This mirrors the faith of figures like Hannah, who prayed earnestly to God for a child, demonstrating her reliance on Him (<a href="/1_samuel/1-10.htm">1 Samuel 1:10-11</a>). Theologically, this hope in God is a precursor to the New Testament teaching of faith in Christ, as seen in <a href="/hebrews/11.htm">Hebrews 11</a>, which commends the faith of Old Testament figures.and were submissive to their husbands, Submission in this context is often misunderstood in modern times. Biblically, it reflects a voluntary and respectful yielding to the leadership of one's husband, as seen in the relationship between Sarah and Abraham (<a href="/genesis/18-12.htm">Genesis 18:12</a>). This submission is not about inferiority but about order and harmony within the family unit, as outlined in <a href="/ephesians/5-22.htm">Ephesians 5:22-24</a>. The cultural context of the time viewed the family as a microcosm of society, with clear roles and responsibilities. This submission is also a type of Christ's submission to the Father, as seen in <a href="/philippians/2-5.htm">Philippians 2:5-8</a>, where Jesus willingly submits to God's will, demonstrating humility and obedience.<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <a href="/topical/h/holy_women_of_the_past.htm">Holy Women of the Past</a> Refers to the women in the Old Testament who exemplified faith and submission, such as Sarah, the wife of Abraham. 2. <a href="/topical/p/peter.htm">Peter</a> The apostle who authored this epistle, addressing the early Christian communities scattered across Asia Minor. 3. <a href="/topical/a/asia_minor.htm">Asia Minor</a> The region where the recipients of Peter's letter were located, facing various trials and persecutions. 4. <a href="/topical/h/husbands.htm">Husbands</a> The men to whom the holy women were submissive, representing the marital relationship within a Christian context. 5. <a href="/topical/g/god.htm">God</a> The ultimate source of hope and trust for the holy women, emphasizing a relationship with Him as foundational.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><a href="/topical/a/adorning_with_inner_beauty.htm">Adorning with Inner Beauty</a> The focus is on cultivating a gentle and quiet spirit, which is precious in God's sight, rather than external adornment. <a href="/topical/h/hope_in_god.htm">Hope in God</a> Emphasizes the importance of placing one's hope and trust in God, which empowers women to live out their roles with confidence and peace. <a href="/topical/b/biblical_submission.htm">Biblical Submission</a> Encourages understanding submission as a voluntary and respectful attitude that honors God and strengthens the marital relationship. <a href="/topical/r/role_models_of_faith.htm">Role Models of Faith</a> Encourages studying the lives of holy women in the Bible to learn from their faith and obedience. <a href="/topical/c/cultural_context_and_application.htm">Cultural Context and Application</a> Recognizes the cultural differences between the biblical era and today, while seeking to apply the timeless principles of faith and submission in contemporary settings.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_1_peter_3.htm">Top 10 Lessons from 1 Peter 3</a> <a href="/q/why_did_god_abandon_them.htm">What is building a spiritual house?</a> <a href="/q/what_is_wives'_submission_to_husbands.htm">What is wives' submission to husbands?</a> <a href="/q/what_is_a_pastoral_search_committee.htm">What is a Pastoral Search Committee?</a> <a href="/q/why_did_sarah_refer_to_abraham_as_lord.htm">Why did Sarah refer to Abraham as lord?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/ellicott/1_peter/3.htm">Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers</a></div>(5) For after this manner.--Here we have not only the ground of the foregoing precepts, but also of the assurance that God sets a value on such embellishments. It had been accepted by Him in the holy women of old who hoped in Him, and would be accepted again. "The Apostle enforces his doctrine by example," says Leighton: "the most compendious way of teaching." By "holy women" he means, not only holy in character, but "sainted"--consecrated by their memories being recorded for our reverence in Holy Writ.Who trusted in God.--It is a great pity that "trusted" should have been substituted for the original "hoped." The position of Sara and the holy women of the Old Testament was one of expectancy, of looking forward to the fulfilment of a promise; and the description of them as such is intended to make the readers of the letter feel the difference of their position. To them the promise to Sara was accomplished. The expression contains a reference to the mention of God in the last verse.Adorned themselves, being in subjection.--The imperfect tense of the verb means "used to adorn themselves." They took daily pains thus to adorn themselves, and spent, perhaps, as long in the process as the other ladies over their toilette. The participle which is added explains more fully the "after this manner." Their subjection was their ornament.<div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/1_peter/3.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div>Verse 5. - For after this manner in the old time the holy women also, who trusted in God; rather, who hoped in God (εἰς Θεόν); whose hope was set toward God and rested in God. Bengel says," Vera sanctitas, spes in Deum." St. Peter is the apostle of hope. Adorned themselves, being in subjection unto their own husbands. The apostle bids Christian women to consider the example of the saintly women of the Old Testament. With their hope resting upon God, they could not care for finery and costly jewels. They adorned themselves with the more costly ornament of a meek and quiet spirit: they showed their meekness by living in subjection to their husbands. Submission to authority is the key-note of this part of the Epistle. <a href="/commentaries/1_peter/3-5.htm">Parallel Commentaries ...</a> <a name="lexicon" id="lexicon"></a><div class="vheading">Greek</div>For γάρ (gar) Conjunction <a href="/greek/strongs_1063.htm">Strong's 1063: </a> For. A primary particle; properly, assigning a reason. this is how Οὕτως (Houtōs) Adverb <a href="/greek/strongs_3779.htm">Strong's 3779: </a> Thus, so, in this manner. Or (referring to what precedes or follows). the αἱ (hai) Article - Nominative Feminine Plural <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. holy ἅγιαι (hagiai) Adjective - Nominative Feminine Plural <a href="/greek/strongs_40.htm">Strong's 40: </a> Set apart by (or for) God, holy, sacred. From hagos; sacred. women γυναῖκες (gynaikes) Noun - Nominative Feminine Plural <a href="/greek/strongs_1135.htm">Strong's 1135: </a> A woman, wife, my lady. Probably from the base of ginomai; a woman; specially, a wife. of the past ποτε (pote) Particle <a href="/greek/strongs_4218.htm">Strong's 4218: </a> At one time or other, at some time, formerly. From the base of pou and te; indefinite adverb, at some time, ever. adorned ἐκόσμουν (ekosmoun) Verb - Imperfect Indicative Active - 3rd Person Plural <a href="/greek/strongs_2885.htm">Strong's 2885: </a> To put into order; I decorate, deck, adorn. From kosmos; to put in proper order, i.e. Decorate; specially, to snuff. themselves. ἑαυτάς (heautas) Reflexive Pronoun - Accusative Feminine 3rd Person Plural <a href="/greek/strongs_1438.htm">Strong's 1438: </a> Himself, herself, itself. They put their hope ἐλπίζουσαι (elpizousai) Verb - Present Participle Active - Nominative Feminine Plural <a href="/greek/strongs_1679.htm">Strong's 1679: </a> To hope, hope for, expect, trust. From elpis; to expect or confide. in εἰς (eis) Preposition <a href="/greek/strongs_1519.htm">Strong's 1519: </a> A primary preposition; to or into, of place, time, or purpose; also in adverbial phrases. God Θεὸν (Theon) Noun - Accusative Masculine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_2316.htm">Strong's 2316: </a> A deity, especially the supreme Divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; by Hebraism, very. [and] were subject ὑποτασσόμεναι (hypotassomenai) Verb - Present Participle Middle or Passive - Nominative Feminine Plural <a href="/greek/strongs_5293.htm">Strong's 5293: </a> From hupo and tasso; to subordinate; reflexively, to obey. to τοῖς (tois) Article - Dative Masculine Plural <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. [their] ἰδίοις (idiois) Adjective - Dative Masculine Plural <a href="/greek/strongs_2398.htm">Strong's 2398: </a> Pertaining to self, i.e. One's own; by implication, private or separate. husbands, ἀνδράσιν (andrasin) Noun - Dative Masculine Plural <a href="/greek/strongs_435.htm">Strong's 435: </a> A male human being; a man, husband. 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