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href="/bsb/1_peter/4.htm" class="clickchap" style="color:#001320" title="Click any translation name for full chapter">  (Click for Chapter)</a></div><div id="par"><span class="versiontext"><a href="/niv/1_peter/4.htm">New International Version</a></span><br />Offer hospitality to one another without grumbling.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nlt/1_peter/4.htm">New Living Translation</a></span><br />Cheerfully share your home with those who need a meal or a place to stay.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/esv/1_peter/4.htm">English Standard Version</a></span><br />Show hospitality to one another without grumbling.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/bsb/1_peter/4.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a></span><br />Show hospitality to one another without complaining.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/blb/1_peter/4.htm">Berean Literal Bible</a></span><br />hospitable to one another without complaint,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/kjv/1_peter/4.htm">King James Bible</a></span><br />Use hospitality one to another without grudging.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nkjv/1_peter/4.htm">New King James Version</a></span><br /><i>Be</i> hospitable to one another without grumbling.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb_/1_peter/4.htm">New American Standard Bible</a></span><br />Be hospitable to one another without complaint.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb/1_peter/4.htm">NASB 1995</a></span><br />Be hospitable to one another without complaint.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb77/1_peter/4.htm">NASB 1977 </a></span><br />Be hospitable to one another without complaint.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsb/1_peter/4.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a></span><br />Be hospitable to one another without grumbling.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/amp/1_peter/4.htm">Amplified Bible</a></span><br />Be hospitable to one another without complaint.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/csb/1_peter/4.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />Be hospitable to one another without complaining.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hcsb/1_peter/4.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />Be hospitable to one another without complaining. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/asv/1_peter/4.htm">American Standard Version</a></span><br />using hospitality one to another without murmuring:<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cev/1_peter/4.htm">Contemporary English Version</a></span><br />Welcome people into your home and don't grumble about it. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/erv/1_peter/4.htm">English Revised Version</a></span><br />using hospitality one to another without murmuring:<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gwt/1_peter/4.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a></span><br />Welcome each other as guests without complaining.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gnt/1_peter/4.htm">Good News Translation</a></span><br />Open your homes to each other without complaining. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/isv/1_peter/4.htm">International Standard Version</a></span><br />Show hospitality to one another without complaining. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/msb/1_peter/4.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a></span><br />Show hospitality to one another without complaining.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/net/1_peter/4.htm">NET Bible</a></span><br />Show hospitality to one another without complaining.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nheb/1_peter/4.htm">New Heart English Bible</a></span><br />Be hospitable to one another without grumbling.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wbt/1_peter/4.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a></span><br />Use hospitality one to another without grudging.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wey/1_peter/4.htm">Weymouth New Testament</a></span><br />Extend ungrudging hospitality towards one another.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/web/1_peter/4.htm">World English Bible</a></span><br />Be hospitable to one another without grumbling. <div class="vheading2"><b>Literal Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsv/1_peter/4.htm">Literal Standard Version</a></span><br />[be] hospitable to one another, without murmuring;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/blb/1_peter/4.htm">Berean Literal Bible</a></span><br />hospitable to one another without complaint,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/ylt/1_peter/4.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a></span><br /> hospitable to one another, without murmuring;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/slt/1_peter/4.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a></span><br />Being hospitable to one another without murmurings.<div class="vheading2"><b>Catholic Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/drb/1_peter/4.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a></span><br />Using hospitality one towards another, without murmuring, <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cpdv/1_peter/4.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a></span><br />Show hospitality to one another without complaining.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nabre/1_peter/4.htm">New American Bible</a></span><br />Be hospitable to one another without complaining.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nrsvce/1_peter/4.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a></span><br />Be hospitable to one another without complaining.<div class="vheading2"><b>Translations from Aramaic</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lamsa/1_peter/4.htm">Lamsa Bible</a></span><br />Be hospitable to strangers without grudging.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/aramaic-plain-english/1_peter/4.htm">Aramaic Bible in Plain English</a></span><br />And love strangers without murmuring.<div class="vheading2"><b>NT Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/anderson/1_peter/4.htm">Anderson New Testament</a></span><br />Be hospitable, one to another, without murmuring.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/godbey/1_peter/4.htm">Godbey New Testament</a></span><br />being hospitable to one another without grudging;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/haweis/1_peter/4.htm">Haweis New Testament</a></span><br />Exercise hospitality one towards another without grudgings.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/mace/1_peter/4.htm">Mace New Testament</a></span><br />be mutually hospitable, without repining.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wey/1_peter/4.htm">Weymouth New Testament</a></span><br />Extend ungrudging hospitality towards one another.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/worrell/1_peter/4.htm">Worrell New Testament</a></span><br />being hospitable to one another, without murmuring;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/worsley/1_peter/4.htm">Worsley New Testament</a></span><br /><i>Be</i> hospitable one to another, without grudging;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/parallel/1_peter/4-9.htm">Additional Translations ...</a></span></div></div></div><div id="centbox"><div class="padcent"><a name="audio" id="audio"></a><div class="vheadingv"><b>Audio Bible</b></div><iframe width="100%" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/1h9-AlUcaGE?start=786" title="YouTube video player" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen></iframe><span class="p"><br /><br /><br /></span><div class="vheadingv"><b>Context</b></div><span class="hdg"><a href="/bsb/1_peter/4.htm">Living for God's Glory</a></span><br>…<span class="reftext">8</span>Above all, love one another deeply, because love covers over a multitude of sins. <span class="reftext">9</span><span class="highl"><a href="/greek/5382.htm" title="5382: philoxenoi (Adj-NMP) -- Hospitable, loving strangers. From philos and xenos; fond of guests, i.e. Hospitable.">Show hospitality</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.">to</a> <a href="/greek/240.htm" title="240: allēlous (RecPro-AMP) -- One another, each other. Genitive plural from allos reduplicated; one another.">one another</a> <a href="/greek/427.htm" title="427: aneu (Prep) -- Without, without the cooperation (or knowledge) of. A primary particle; without.">without</a> <a href="/greek/1112.htm" title="1112: gongysmou (N-GMS) -- Murmuring, grumbling. From gogguzo; a grumbling.">complaining.</a> </span> <span class="reftext">10</span>As good stewards of the manifold grace of God, each of you should use whatever gift he has received to serve one another.…<div class="cred"><a href="//berean.bible">Berean Standard Bible</a> · <a href="//berean.bible/downloads.htm">Download</a></div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="crossref" id="crossref"></a><div class="vheading">Cross References</div><div id="crf"><span class="crossverse"><a href="/romans/12-13.htm">Romans 12:13</a></span><br />Share with the saints who are in need. Practice hospitality.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/hebrews/13-2.htm">Hebrews 13:2</a></span><br />Do not neglect to show hospitality to strangers, for by so doing some people have entertained angels without knowing it.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/matthew/25-35.htm">Matthew 25:35-40</a></span><br />For I was hungry and you gave Me something to eat, I was thirsty and you gave Me something to drink, I was a stranger and you took Me in, / I was naked and you clothed Me, I was sick and you looked after Me, I was in prison and you visited Me.’ / Then the righteous will answer Him, ‘Lord, when did we see You hungry and feed You, or thirsty and give You something to drink? ...<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/luke/14-12.htm">Luke 14:12-14</a></span><br />Then Jesus said to the man who had invited Him, “When you host a dinner or a banquet, do not invite your friends or brothers or relatives or rich neighbors. Otherwise, they may invite you in return, and you will be repaid. / But when you host a banquet, invite the poor, the crippled, the lame, and the blind, / and you will be blessed. Since they cannot repay you, you will be repaid at the resurrection of the righteous.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/acts/2-44.htm">Acts 2:44-46</a></span><br />All the believers were together and had everything in common. / Selling their possessions and goods, they shared with anyone who was in need. / With one accord they continued to meet daily in the temple courts and to break bread from house to house, sharing their meals with gladness and sincerity of heart,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_timothy/3-2.htm">1 Timothy 3:2</a></span><br />An overseer, then, must be above reproach, the husband of but one wife, temperate, self-controlled, respectable, hospitable, able to teach,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_timothy/5-10.htm">1 Timothy 5:10</a></span><br />and well known for good deeds such as bringing up children, entertaining strangers, washing the feet of the saints, imparting relief to the afflicted, and devoting herself to every good work.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/titus/1-8.htm">Titus 1:8</a></span><br />Instead, he must be hospitable, a lover of good, self-controlled, upright, holy, and disciplined.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/3_john/1-5.htm">3 John 1:5-8</a></span><br />Beloved, you are faithful in what you are doing for the brothers, and especially since they are strangers to you. / They have testified to the church about your love. You will do well to send them on their way in a manner worthy of God. / For they went out on behalf of the Name, accepting nothing from the Gentiles. ...<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/genesis/18-1.htm">Genesis 18:1-8</a></span><br />Then the LORD appeared to Abraham by the Oaks of Mamre in the heat of the day, while he was sitting at the entrance of his tent. / And Abraham looked up and saw three men standing nearby. When he saw them, he ran from the entrance of his tent to meet them and bowed low to the ground. / “My lord,” said Abraham, “if I have found favor in your sight, please do not pass your servant by. ...<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/genesis/19-1.htm">Genesis 19:1-3</a></span><br />Now the two angels arrived at Sodom in the evening, and Lot was sitting in the gateway of the city. When Lot saw them, he got up to meet them, bowed facedown, / and said, “My lords, please turn aside into the house of your servant; wash your feet and spend the night. Then you can rise early and go on your way.” “No,” they answered, “we will spend the night in the square.” / But Lot insisted so strongly that they followed him into his house. He prepared a feast for them and baked unleavened bread, and they ate.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/exodus/22-21.htm">Exodus 22:21</a></span><br />You must not exploit or oppress a foreign resident, for you yourselves were foreigners in the land of Egypt.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/leviticus/19-34.htm">Leviticus 19:34</a></span><br />You must treat the foreigner living among you as native-born and love him as yourself, for you were foreigners in the land of Egypt. I am the LORD your God.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/deuteronomy/10-19.htm">Deuteronomy 10:19</a></span><br />So you also must love the foreigner, since you yourselves were foreigners in the land of Egypt.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/2_kings/4-8.htm">2 Kings 4:8-10</a></span><br />One day Elisha went to Shunem, and a prominent woman who lived there persuaded him to have a meal. So whenever he would pass by, he would stop there to eat. / Then the woman said to her husband, “Behold, now I know that the one who often comes our way is a holy man of God. / Please let us make a small room upstairs and put in it a bed, a table, a chair, and a lamp for him. Then when he comes to us, he can stay there.”</div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div><p class="tsk2">Use hospitality one to another without grudging.</p><p class="hdg">hospitality.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/romans/12-13.htm">Romans 12:13</a></b></br> Distributing to the necessity of saints; given to hospitality.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/romans/16-23.htm">Romans 16:23</a></b></br> Gaius mine host, and of the whole church, saluteth you. Erastus the chamberlain of the city saluteth you, and Quartus a brother.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/1_timothy/3-2.htm">1 Timothy 3:2</a></b></br> A bishop then must be blameless, the husband of one wife, vigilant, sober, of good behaviour, given to hospitality, apt to teach;</p><p class="hdg">without.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/2_corinthians/9-7.htm">2 Corinthians 9:7</a></b></br> Every man according as he purposeth in his heart, <i>so let him give</i>; not grudgingly, or of necessity: for God loveth a cheerful giver.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/philippians/2-14.htm">Philippians 2:14</a></b></br> Do all things without murmurings and disputings:</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/philemon/1-14.htm">Philemon 1:14</a></b></br> But without thy mind would I do nothing; that thy benefit should not be as it were of necessity, but willingly.</p><div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/colossians/3-13.htm">Complaint</a> <a href="/2_corinthians/10-14.htm">Extend</a> <a href="/1_peter/4-6.htm">Glad</a> <a href="/philippians/2-14.htm">Grudging</a> <a href="/philippians/2-14.htm">Grumbling</a> <a href="/1_peter/3-11.htm">Heart</a> <a href="/titus/1-8.htm">Hospitable</a> <a href="/hebrews/13-2.htm">Hospitality</a> <a href="/1_peter/2-5.htm">House</a> <a href="/acts/6-1.htm">Murmuring</a> <a href="/1_peter/2-5.htm">Offer</a> <a href="/1_peter/3-12.htm">Open</a> <a href="/james/3-16.htm">Practice</a> <a href="/1_peter/3-21.htm">Towards</a> <a href="/1_peter/2-16.htm">Use</a> <a href="/1_peter/2-16.htm">Using</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/1_samuel/1-16.htm">Complaint</a> <a href="/genesis/9-27.htm">Extend</a> <a href="/1_peter/4-13.htm">Glad</a> <a href="/deuteronomy/15-10.htm">Grudging</a> <a href="/exodus/16-7.htm">Grumbling</a> <a href="/2_peter/2-14.htm">Heart</a> <a href="/1_timothy/3-2.htm">Hospitable</a> <a href="/3_john/1-8.htm">Hospitality</a> <a href="/1_peter/4-17.htm">House</a> <a href="/numbers/14-27.htm">Murmuring</a> <a href="/revelation/8-3.htm">Offer</a> <a href="/1_peter/5-8.htm">Open</a> <a href="/2_peter/1-10.htm">Practice</a> <a href="/1_peter/5-5.htm">Towards</a> <a href="/1_peter/4-10.htm">Use</a> <a href="/1_peter/5-2.htm">Using</a><div class="vheading2">1 Peter 4</div><span class="reftext">1. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/1_peter/4-1.htm">He exhorts them to cease from sin and live fore God,</a></span><br><span class="reftext">12. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/1_peter/4-12.htm">and comforts them against persecution.</a></span><br></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'; </script> <script id="b817b7107f1d4a7997da1b3c33457e03"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=cb0edd8b-b416-47eb-8c6d-3cc96561f7e8&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; </script><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-2'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-0' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-3'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-1' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div><br /><br />  <div align="center" id='div-gpt-ad-1531425649696-0'> </div><br /><br /> <ins class="adsbygoogle" style="display:inline-block;width:200px;height:200px" data-ad-client="ca-pub-3753401421161123" data-ad-slot="3592799687"></ins> <script> (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); </script> <br /><br /> </div> </td></tr></table></div></div></div><div id="combox"><div class="padcom"><a name="study" id="study"></a><div class="vheading"><table width="100%"><tr><td width="99%" valign="top"><a href="/study/1_peter/4.htm">Study Bible</a></td><td width="1%" valign="top"><a href="/study/1_peter/" title="Book Summary and Study">Book ◦</a> <a href="/study/chapters/1_peter/4.htm" title="Chapter summary and Study">Chapter </a></tr></table></div><b>Show hospitality to one another</b><br>Hospitality in the early Christian church was a vital practice, reflecting the love and unity among believers. In the ancient Near Eastern culture, hospitality was not just a social nicety but a moral obligation. The early church often met in homes, and traveling missionaries and believers relied on the hospitality of fellow Christians. This practice is rooted in the Old Testament, where figures like Abraham (<a href="/genesis/18.htm">Genesis 18:1-8</a>) exemplified hospitality. The New Testament continues this theme, with Jesus Himself often being a guest in homes (<a href="/luke/10-38.htm">Luke 10:38-42</a>). Hospitality is a tangible expression of love and service, aligning with Jesus' command to love one another (<a href="/john/13-34.htm">John 13:34-35</a>).<p><b>without complaining</b><br>The call to offer hospitality without complaining addresses the human tendency to grumble when inconvenienced. In a time when resources were limited and hosting could be burdensome, the temptation to complain was real. This instruction echoes the broader biblical theme of serving with a joyful heart, as seen in <a href="/philippians/2-14.htm">Philippians 2:14</a>, which urges believers to do everything without grumbling. The attitude of the heart is crucial; God desires cheerful givers (<a href="/2_corinthians/9-7.htm">2 Corinthians 9:7</a>). This reflects the selfless love of Christ, who served others without complaint, even unto death. The absence of complaining in service is a mark of spiritual maturity and reflects a Christ-like character.<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <b><a href="/topical/p/peter.htm">Peter</a></b><br>The author of the epistle, one of Jesus' twelve apostles, known for his leadership in the early church and his close relationship with Jesus.<br><br>2. <b><a href="/topical/e/early_christian_communities.htm">Early Christian Communities</a></b><br>The recipients of Peter's letter, likely scattered across Asia Minor, facing persecution and challenges in living out their faith.<br><br>3. <b><a href="/topical/h/hospitality_in_the_early_church.htm">Hospitality in the Early Church</a></b><br>A vital practice for the early Christians, often involving opening homes for worship, fellowship, and support of traveling believers.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><b><a href="/topical/u/understanding_hospitality.htm">Understanding Hospitality</a></b><br>Hospitality in the biblical sense goes beyond mere social niceties; it involves a genuine love and care for others, especially fellow believers and strangers. The Greek word "philoxenos" used here combines "philos" (love) and "xenos" (stranger), indicating a love for strangers.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/a/attitude_matters.htm">Attitude Matters</a></b><br>Peter emphasizes showing hospitality "without complaining." This suggests that the heart's attitude is as important as the action itself. Grumbling negates the spirit of generosity and love that should accompany hospitality.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/h/hospitality_as_a_witness.htm">Hospitality as a Witness</a></b><br>In a world often characterized by self-interest, Christian hospitality serves as a powerful witness to the love of Christ. It reflects the welcoming nature of God’s kingdom and can open doors for evangelism and deeper fellowship.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/p/practical_hospitality.htm">Practical Hospitality</a></b><br>In today's context, hospitality can be expressed in various ways, such as inviting someone for a meal, offering a listening ear, or providing practical help. It is about creating a welcoming environment where others feel valued and loved.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/o/overcoming_barriers.htm">Overcoming Barriers</a></b><br>Fear, inconvenience, and prejudice can hinder hospitality. Christians are called to overcome these barriers, trusting in God's provision and strength to love others as He loves us.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_1_peter_4.htm">Top 10 Lessons from 1 Peter 4</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/bible's_view_on_hospitality.htm">What is the Bible's view on hospitality?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/who_were_the_knights_of_st._john.htm">Who were the Hospitaller Knights of St. John?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/how_does_your_home_show_your_beliefs.htm">How does your home reflect your faith and values?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/what_defines_islamophobia.htm">What defines Islamophobia?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/ellicott/1_peter/4.htm">Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers</a></div>(9) <span class= "bld">Use hospitality</span>.--It is a great pity that again (as in <a href="/1_peter/3-8.htm" title="Finally, be you all of one mind, having compassion one of another, love as brothers, be pitiful, be courteous:">1Peter 3:8</a>, and elsewhere) the participial clauses are broken up in our version into separate injunctions. Here it is, properly, <span class= "ital">being hospitable.</span> This is the first form of charity--receiving Christians who came from other towns (comp. <a href="/context/3_john/1-5.htm" title="Beloved, you do faithfully whatever you do to the brothers, and to strangers;">3John 1:5-6</a>). See how such hospitality covers (to the surprise of the bestowers) a multitude of sins in <a href="/context/matthew/25-35.htm" title="For I was an hungered, and you gave me meat: I was thirsty, and you gave me drink: I was a stranger, and you took me in:">Matthew 25:35-38</a>.<p><span class= "bld">Without grudging.</span>--That is, <span class= "ital">without murmuring.</span> How frequently Christian hospitality is marred by grumbling at the expense and the trouble which it costs!<p><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/1_peter/4.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div><span class="cmt_sub_title">Verse 9.</span> - <span class="cmt_word">Use hospitality one to another</span>; literally, <span class="accented">being hospitable</span> (comp. <a href="/romans/12-13.htm">Romans 12:13</a>; <a href="/1_timothy/3-2.htm">1 Timothy 3:2</a>; <a href="/hebrews/13-2.htm">Hebrews 13:2</a> 3John 5). Hospitality must have been a necessary, and often a costly, duty in the early ages of the Church. There was no public provision for the poor. Christians traveling from place to place would find no suitable shelter except in the houses of Christians. They would be obliged to avoid the public houses of entertainment, where they would be exposed often to danger, always to temptation; only the private houses of Christians would be safe for them. Hence the use of the "letters of commendation," mentioned by St. Paul (<a href="/2_corinthians/3-1.htm">2 Corinthians 3:1</a>). Those who brought such letters were to be received in Christian homes. The well-known 'Teaching of the Twelve Apostles' speaks of this right of hospitality, and gives cautions against its abuse. Tim apostle is not speaking of ordinary social gatherings; they have their place and their utility in the Christian life, but they do not, as a rule, afford scope for the higher self-denials of Christian charity (comp. <a href="/luke/14-12.htm">Luke 14:12, 13</a>). Without grudging. Such hospitality would be always costly, often inconvenient, sometimes attended with danger, as in the case of the first British martyr; but it was to be without murmuring. Murmuring would take from the hospitality all its beauty; it should be offered as a gift of love, and Christian love can never murmur (comp. <a href="/2_corinthians/9-7.htm">2 Corinthians 9:7</a>). <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/commentaries/1_peter/4-9.htm">Parallel Commentaries ...</a></span><span class="p"><br /><br /><br /></span><a name="lexicon" id="lexicon"></a><div class="vheading">Greek</div><span class="word">Show hospitality</span><br /><span class="grk">φιλόξενοι</span> <span class="translit">(philoxenoi)</span><br /><span class="parse">Adjective - Nominative Masculine Plural<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/greek/strongs_5382.htm">Strong's 5382: </a> </span><span class="str2">Hospitable, loving strangers. From philos and xenos; fond of guests, i.e. Hospitable.</span><br /><br /><span class="word">to</span><br /><span class="grk">εἰς</span> <span class="translit">(eis)</span><br /><span class="parse">Preposition<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/greek/strongs_1519.htm">Strong's 1519: </a> </span><span class="str2">A primary preposition; to or into, of place, time, or purpose; also in adverbial phrases.</span><br /><br /><span class="word">one another</span><br /><span class="grk">ἀλλήλους</span> <span class="translit">(allēlous)</span><br /><span class="parse">Personal / Reciprocal Pronoun - Accusative Masculine Plural<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/greek/strongs_240.htm">Strong's 240: </a> </span><span class="str2">One another, each other. Genitive plural from allos reduplicated; one another.</span><br /><br /><span class="word">without</span><br /><span class="grk">ἄνευ</span> <span class="translit">(aneu)</span><br /><span class="parse">Preposition<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/greek/strongs_427.htm">Strong's 427: </a> </span><span class="str2">Without, without the cooperation (or knowledge) of. A primary particle; without.</span><br /><br /><span class="word">complaining.</span><br /><span class="grk">γογγυσμοῦ</span> <span class="translit">(gongysmou)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - Genitive Masculine Singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/greek/strongs_1112.htm">Strong's 1112: </a> </span><span class="str2">Murmuring, grumbling. 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