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He is your example, and you must follow in his steps. <a href="/esv/1_peter/2.htm">English Standard Version</a> For to this you have been called, because Christ also suffered for you, leaving you an example, so that you might follow in his steps. <a href="/bsb/1_peter/2.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a> For to this you were called, because Christ also suffered for you, leaving you an example, that you should follow in His footsteps: <a href="/blb/1_peter/2.htm">Berean Literal Bible</a> For to this hereunto you have been called, because Christ also suffered for you, leaving you an example that you should follow after His steps: <a href="/kjv/1_peter/2.htm">King James Bible</a> For even hereunto were ye called: because Christ also suffered for us, leaving us an example, that ye should follow his steps: <a href="/nkjv/1_peter/2.htm">New King James Version</a> For to this you were called, because Christ also suffered for us, leaving us an example, that you should follow His steps: <a href="/nasb_/1_peter/2.htm">New American Standard Bible</a> For you have been called for this purpose, because Christ also suffered for you, leaving you an example, so that you would follow in His steps, <a href="/nasb/1_peter/2.htm">NASB 1995</a> For you have been called for this purpose, since Christ also suffered for you, leaving you an example for you to follow in His steps, <a href="/nasb77/1_peter/2.htm">NASB 1977 </a> For you have been called for this purpose, since Christ also suffered for you, leaving you an example for you to follow in His steps, <a href="/lsb/1_peter/2.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a> For to this you have been called, since Christ also suffered for you, leaving you an example that you should follow in His steps, <a href="/amp/1_peter/2.htm">Amplified Bible</a> For [as a believer] you have been called for this purpose, since Christ suffered for you, leaving you an example, so that you may follow in His footsteps. <a href="/csb/1_peter/2.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a> For you were called to this, because Christ also suffered for you, leaving you an example, that you should follow in his steps. <a href="/hcsb/1_peter/2.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a> For you were called to this, because Christ also suffered for you, leaving you an example, so that you should follow in His steps. <a href="/asv/1_peter/2.htm">American Standard Version</a> For hereunto were ye called: because Christ also suffered for you, leaving you an example, that ye should follow his steps: <a href="/cev/1_peter/2.htm">Contemporary English Version</a> After all, God chose you to suffer as you follow in the footsteps of Christ, who set an example by suffering for you. <a href="/erv/1_peter/2.htm">English Revised Version</a> For hereunto were ye called: because Christ also suffered for you, leaving you an example, that ye should follow his steps: <a href="/gwt/1_peter/2.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a> God called you to endure suffering because Christ suffered for you. He left you an example so that you could follow in his footsteps. <a href="/gnt/1_peter/2.htm">Good News Translation</a> It was to this that God called you, for Christ himself suffered for you and left you an example, so that you would follow in his steps. <a href="/isv/1_peter/2.htm">International Standard Version</a> This is, in fact, what you were called to do, because: The Messiah also suffered for you and left an example for you to follow in his steps. <a href="/msb/1_peter/2.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a> For to this you were called, because Christ also suffered for us, leaving you an example, that you should follow in His footsteps: <a href="/net/1_peter/2.htm">NET Bible</a> For to this you were called, since Christ also suffered for you, leaving an example for you to follow in his steps. <a href="/nheb/1_peter/2.htm">New Heart English Bible</a> For to this you were called, because Christ also suffered for you, leaving you an example, that you should follow his steps, <a href="/wbt/1_peter/2.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a> For even to this were ye called: because Christ also suffered for us, leaving us an example, that ye should follow his steps: <a href="/wey/1_peter/2.htm">Weymouth New Testament</a> And it is to this you were called; because Christ also suffered on your behalf, leaving you an example so that you should follow in His steps. <a href="/web/1_peter/2.htm">World English Bible</a> For you were called to this, because Christ also suffered for us, leaving you an example, that you should follow his steps, <div class="vheading2">Literal Translations</div><a href="/lsv/1_peter/2.htm">Literal Standard Version</a> for to this you were called, because Christ also suffered for you, leaving to you an example, that you may follow His steps, <a href="/blb/1_peter/2.htm">Berean Literal Bible</a> For to this hereunto you have been called, because Christ also suffered for you, leaving you an example that you should follow after His steps: <a href="/ylt/1_peter/2.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a> for to this ye were called, because Christ also did suffer for you, leaving to you an example, that ye may follow his steps, <a href="/slt/1_peter/2.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a> For to this were ye called: for also Christ suffered for you, leaving behind to you an underwriting, that ye should follow upon his footsteps:<div class="vheading2">Catholic Translations</div><a href="/drb/1_peter/2.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a> For unto this are you called: because Christ also suffered for us, leaving you an example that you should follow his steps. <a href="/cpdv/1_peter/2.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a> For you have been called to this because Christ also suffered for us, leaving you an example, so that you would follow in his footsteps. <a href="/nabre/1_peter/2.htm">New American Bible</a> For to this you have been called, because Christ also suffered for you, leaving you an example that you should follow in his footsteps. <a href="/nrsvce/1_peter/2.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a> For to this you have been called, because Christ also suffered for you, leaving you an example, so that you should follow in his steps.<div class="vheading2">Translations from Aramaic</div><a href="/lamsa/1_peter/2.htm">Lamsa Bible</a> For to this purpose you were called: because Christ also died for us, leaving us an example, that we should follow in his footsteps. <a href="/aramaic-plain-english/1_peter/2.htm">Aramaic Bible in Plain English</a> For you are called to this, for even The Messiah died for our sake and left us this example, that you would walk in his steps,<div class="vheading2">NT Translations</div><a href="/anderson/1_peter/2.htm">Anderson New Testament</a> To this, indeed, you have been called; because even Christ suffered for us, leaving you an example, that you should follow his footsteps. <a href="/godbey/1_peter/2.htm">Godbey New Testament</a> For unto this you have been called: because Christ suffered for you, leaving you an example, that you may follow in his steps: <a href="/haweis/1_peter/2.htm">Haweis New Testament</a> For hereunto have ye been called, because Christ also hath suffered for you, leaving you a pattern, that ye should follow his steps; <a href="/mace/1_peter/2.htm">Mace New Testament</a> this will conciliate the divine favour, and this is the condition of your vocation, since Christ himself has suffer'd for us, <a href="/wey/1_peter/2.htm">Weymouth New Testament</a> And it is to this you were called; because Christ also suffered on your behalf, leaving you an example so that you should follow in His steps. <a href="/worrell/1_peter/2.htm">Worrell New Testament</a> For to this were ye called, because Christ also suffered for you, leaving you an example, that ye should follow His steps; <a href="/worsley/1_peter/2.htm">Worsley New Testament</a> For unto this are ye called; because Christ suffered for you, leaving you an example, that ye might follow his steps. <a href="/parallel/1_peter/2-21.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=446" 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/2.htm">Christ's Example of Suffering</a> 20How is it to your credit if you are beaten for doing wrong and you endure it? But if you suffer for doing good and you endure it, this is commendable before God. 21<a href="/greek/1063.htm" title="1063: gar (Conj) -- For. A primary particle; properly, assigning a reason.">For</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 this</a> <a href="/greek/3778.htm" title="3778: touto (DPro-ANS) -- This; he, she, it. "></a> <a href="/greek/2564.htm" title="2564: eklēthēte (V-AIP-2P) -- (a) I call, summon, invite, (b) I call, name. Akin to the base of keleuo; to call.">you were called,</a> <a href="/greek/3754.htm" title="3754: hoti (Conj) -- Neuter of hostis as conjunction; demonstrative, that; causative, because.">because</a> <a href="/greek/5547.htm" title="5547: Christos (N-NMS) -- Anointed One; the Messiah, the Christ. From chrio; Anointed One, i.e. The Messiah, an epithet of Jesus.">Christ</a> <a href="/greek/2532.htm" title="2532: kai (Conj) -- And, even, also, namely. ">also</a> <a href="/greek/3958.htm" title="3958: epathen (V-AIA-3S) -- I am acted upon in a certain way, either good or bad; I experience ill treatment, suffer. ">suffered</a> <a href="/greek/5228.htm" title="5228: hyper (Prep) -- Gen: in behalf of; acc: above. ">for</a> <a href="/greek/4771.htm" title="4771: hymōn (PPro-G2P) -- You. The person pronoun of the second person singular; thou.">you,</a> <a href="/greek/5277.htm" title="5277: hypolimpanōn (V-PPA-NMS) -- To leave behind. A prolonged form for hupoleipo; to leave behind, i.e. Bequeath.">leaving</a> <a href="/greek/4771.htm" title="4771: hymin (PPro-D2P) -- You. The person pronoun of the second person singular; thou.">you</a> <a href="/greek/5261.htm" title="5261: hypogrammon (N-AMS) -- A writing-copy, an example, pattern. From a compound of hupo and grapho; an underwriting, i.e. Copy for imitation.">an example,</a> <a href="/greek/2443.htm" title="2443: hina (Conj) -- In order that, so that. Probably from the same as the former part of heautou; in order that.">that</a> <a href="/greek/1872.htm" title="1872: epakolouthēsēte (V-ASA-2P) -- To follow close after, accompany, dog; I imitate, pursue, be studious of. From epi and akoloutheo; to accompany.">you should follow in</a> <a href="/greek/846.htm" title="846: autou (PPro-GM3S) -- He, she, it, they, them, same. From the particle au; the reflexive pronoun self, used of the third person, and of the other persons.">His</a> <a href="/greek/3588.htm" title="3588: tois (Art-DNP) -- The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the."></a> <a href="/greek/2487.htm" title="2487: ichnesin (N-DNP) -- A track, footstep. From ikneomai; a track.">footsteps:</a> 22“He committed no sin, and no deceit was found in His mouth.”…<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="/isaiah/53-4.htm">Isaiah 53:4-7</a> Surely He took up our infirmities and carried our sorrows; yet we considered Him stricken, struck down by God, and afflicted. / But He was pierced for our transgressions, He was crushed for our iniquities; the punishment that brought us peace was upon Him, and by His stripes we are healed. / We all like sheep have gone astray, each one has turned to his own way; and the LORD has laid upon Him the iniquity of us all. ... <a href="/philippians/2-5.htm">Philippians 2:5-8</a> Let this mind be in you which was also in Christ Jesus: / Who, existing in the form of God, did not consider equality with God something to be grasped, / but emptied Himself, taking the form of a servant, being made in human likeness. ... <a href="/john/13-15.htm">John 13:15</a> I have set you an example so that you should do as I have done for you. <a href="/matthew/16-24.htm">Matthew 16:24</a> Then Jesus told His disciples, “If anyone wants to come after Me, he must deny himself and take up his cross and follow Me. <a href="/1_john/2-6.htm">1 John 2:6</a> Whoever claims to abide in Him must walk as Jesus walked. <a href="/hebrews/12-2.htm">Hebrews 12:2-3</a> Let us fix our eyes on Jesus, the author and perfecter of our faith, who for the joy set before Him endured the cross, scorning its shame, and sat down at the right hand of the throne of God. / Consider Him who endured such hostility from sinners, so that you will not grow weary and lose heart. <a href="/romans/8-17.htm">Romans 8:17</a> And if we are children, then we are heirs: heirs of God and co-heirs with Christ—if indeed we suffer with Him, so that we may also be glorified with Him. <a href="/luke/9-23.htm">Luke 9:23</a> Then Jesus said to all of them, “If anyone wants to come after Me, he must deny himself and take up his cross daily and follow Me. <a href="/1_corinthians/11-1.htm">1 Corinthians 11:1</a> You are to imitate me, just as I imitate Christ. <a href="/ephesians/5-1.htm">Ephesians 5:1-2</a> Be imitators of God, therefore, as beloved children, / and walk in love, just as Christ loved us and gave Himself up for us as a fragrant sacrificial offering to God. <a href="/matthew/11-29.htm">Matthew 11:29</a> Take My yoke upon you and learn from Me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. <a href="/john/15-18.htm">John 15:18-20</a> If the world hates you, understand that it hated Me first. / If you were of the world, it would love you as its own. Instead, the world hates you, because you are not of the world, but I have chosen you out of the world. / Remember the word that I spoke to you: ‘No servant is greater than his master.’ If they persecuted Me, they will persecute you as well; if they kept My word, they will keep yours as well. <a href="/2_corinthians/5-21.htm">2 Corinthians 5:21</a> God made Him who knew no sin to be sin on our behalf, so that in Him we might become the righteousness of God. <a href="/colossians/3-13.htm">Colossians 3:13</a> Bear with one another and forgive any complaint you may have against someone else. Forgive as the Lord forgave you. <a href="/hebrews/2-10.htm">Hebrews 2:10</a> In bringing many sons to glory, it was fitting for God, for whom and through whom all things exist, to make the author of their salvation perfect through suffering.</div> <a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div>For even hereunto were you called: because Christ also suffered for us, leaving us an example, that you should follow his steps:even.<a href="/matthew/10-38.htm">Matthew 10:38</a> And he that taketh not his cross, and followeth after me, is not worthy of me.<a href="/matthew/16-24.htm">Matthew 16:24</a> Then said Jesus unto his disciples, If any man will come after me, let him deny himself, and take up his cross, and follow me.<a href="/mark/8-34.htm">Mark 8:34,35</a> And when he had called the people unto him with his disciples also, he said unto them, Whosoever will come after me, let him deny himself, and take up his cross, and follow me… because.<a href="/1_peter/2-24.htm">1 Peter 2:24</a> Who his own self bare our sins in his own body on the tree, that we, being dead to sins, should live unto righteousness: by whose stripes ye were healed.<a href="/1_peter/3-18.htm">1 Peter 3:18</a> For Christ also hath once suffered for sins, the just for the unjust, that he might bring us to God, being put to death in the flesh, but quickened by the Spirit:<a href="/1_peter/4-1.htm">1 Peter 4:1</a> Forasmuch then as Christ hath suffered for us in the flesh, arm yourselves likewise with the same mind: for he that hath suffered in the flesh hath ceased from sin;for us.<a href="/1_peter/1-20.htm">1 Peter 1:20</a> Who verily was foreordained before the foundation of the world, but was manifest in these last times for you,leaving.<a href="/psalms/85-13.htm">Psalm 85:13</a> Righteousness shall go before him; and shall set us in the way of his steps.<a href="/john/13-15.htm">John 13:15</a> For I have given you an example, that ye should do as I have done to you.<a href="/romans/8-29.htm">Romans 8:29</a> For whom he did foreknow, he also did predestinate to be conformed to the image of his Son, that he might be the firstborn among many brethren.<div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/hebrews/13-17.htm">Behalf</a> <a href="/1_peter/2-5.htm">Christ</a> <a href="/james/5-10.htm">Example</a> <a href="/1_peter/1-11.htm">Follow</a> <a href="/1_peter/2-20.htm">God's</a> <a href="/1_thessalonians/3-3.htm">Hereunto</a> <a href="/1_peter/2-5.htm">Jesus</a> <a href="/hebrews/6-1.htm">Leaving</a> <a href="/1_peter/2-20.htm">Punishment</a> <a href="/1_peter/2-8.htm">Purpose</a> <a href="/philippians/3-16.htm">Steps</a> <a href="/1_peter/2-20.htm">Suffer</a> <a href="/hebrews/13-12.htm">Suffered</a> <a href="/hebrews/11-36.htm">Underwent</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/1_peter/4-16.htm">Behalf</a> <a href="/1_peter/3-15.htm">Christ</a> <a href="/2_peter/2-6.htm">Example</a> <a href="/2_peter/1-16.htm">Follow</a> <a href="/1_peter/3-7.htm">God's</a> <a href="/ecclesiastes/2-25.htm">Hereunto</a> <a href="/1_peter/3-21.htm">Jesus</a> <a href="/genesis/44-12.htm">Leaving</a> <a href="/1_peter/4-15.htm">Punishment</a> <a href="/1_peter/3-9.htm">Purpose</a> <a href="/2_peter/2-15.htm">Steps</a> <a href="/1_peter/3-14.htm">Suffer</a> <a href="/1_peter/2-23.htm">Suffered</a> <a href="/genesis/17-24.htm">Underwent</a><div class="vheading2">1 Peter 2</div>1. <a href="/1_peter/2-1.htm">He exhorts to put away wickedness;</a> 4. <a href="/1_peter/2-4.htm">showing that Christ is the foundation whereupon they are built.</a> 11. <a href="/1_peter/2-11.htm">He beseeches them also to abstain from sinful desires;</a> 13. <a href="/1_peter/2-13.htm">to be obedient to authorities;</a> 18. <a href="/1_peter/2-18.htm">and teaches servants how to obey their masters;</a> 20. <a href="/1_peter/2-20.htm">patiently suffering for well doing, after the example of Christ.</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 context of 1 Peter is addressing Christians who are experiencing persecution and trials. The calling here is not just to salvation but to a life that mirrors Christ's own experience, including suffering. This aligns with passages like <a href="/romans/8-17.htm">Romans 8:17</a>, which speaks of sharing in Christ's sufferings in order to share in His glory.because Christ also suffered for you Christ's suffering is central to the Christian faith, serving as the ultimate act of love and sacrifice. This suffering was prophesied in <a href="/isaiah/53.htm">Isaiah 53</a>, which describes the Messiah as a suffering servant. The historical context of Christ's crucifixion under Roman rule highlights the extent of His suffering, both physically and spiritually, as He bore the sins of humanity. This act is foundational for the atonement and redemption of believers.leaving you an example The Greek word for "example" here is "hypogrammon," which refers to a pattern or model to be followed. Christ's life and suffering provide a template for Christian conduct, especially in the face of adversity. This concept is echoed in <a href="/philippians/2-5.htm">Philippians 2:5-8</a>, where believers are encouraged to have the same mindset as Christ, who humbled Himself and became obedient to death.that you should follow in His footsteps Following in Christ's footsteps implies a life of discipleship and imitation of His character and actions. This includes enduring suffering with patience and faith, as well as living a life of holiness and obedience to God's will. The imagery of walking in someone's footsteps suggests a close and intentional following, as seen in passages like <a href="/john/13-15.htm">John 13:15</a>, where Jesus instructs His disciples to do as He has done. This call to follow is both a privilege and a responsibility for believers, as they seek to reflect Christ in their daily lives.<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 facing persecution. 2. <a href="/topical/c/christ.htm">Christ</a> Central to this verse, Jesus Christ is presented as the ultimate example of suffering and righteousness. His life and sacrifice are the model for Christian conduct. 3. <a href="/topical/b/believers.htm">Believers</a> The recipients of Peter's letter, who are experiencing trials and suffering for their faith. They are called to endure and follow Christ's example. 4. <a href="/topical/s/suffering.htm">Suffering</a> A key theme in this passage, referring to the trials and persecutions faced by believers, as well as the suffering endured by Christ. 5. <a href="/topical/e/example.htm">Example</a> The Greek word used here is "hupogrammos," which means a pattern or model to be imitated. Christ's life serves as a template for believers.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><a href="/topical/c/called_to_suffer.htm">Called to Suffer</a> Understand that suffering is part of the Christian calling. It is not an anomaly but a path that Christ Himself walked. <a href="/topical/c/christ_as_our_model.htm">Christ as Our Model</a> Jesus' life is the perfect example of how to endure suffering with grace and righteousness. We are to imitate His patience and trust in God. <a href="/topical/p/purpose_in_suffering.htm">Purpose in Suffering</a> Recognize that suffering can refine our faith and character, drawing us closer to God and making us more like Christ. <a href="/topical/e/endurance_and_hope.htm">Endurance and Hope</a> In the face of trials, maintain hope and perseverance, knowing that Christ has already walked this path and provides strength. <a href="/topical/c/community_support.htm">Community Support</a> Encourage and support one another in the faith community, sharing burdens and uplifting each other in times of trial.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_1_peter_2.htm">Top 10 Lessons from 1 Peter 2</a> <a href="/q/what_defines_christian_behavior.htm">What defines Christian behavior?</a> <a href="/q/what_are_the_main_themes_in_1_peter.htm">What are the main themes in 1 Peter?</a> <a href="/q/what_does_the_bible_say_on_modeling.htm">What does the Bible say about Christian modeling?</a> <a href="/q/how_does_pain_erase_moral_wrongdoing.htm">If (1 Peter 4:1) claims suffering in the flesh frees one from sin, how can physical pain alone remove moral wrongdoing? </a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/ellicott/1_peter/2.htm">Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers</a></div>(21) For even hereunto were ye called.--Namely, to the combination of suffering and well-doing. To this they "were called" by the Gospel which St. Paul had preached to them; it ought not to be a surprise to them when it comes. (See <a href="/1_peter/4-12.htm" title="Beloved, think it not strange concerning the fiery trial which is to try you, as though some strange thing happened to you:">1Peter 4:12</a>.) It was a special point in St. Paul's preaching to forewarn fairly of the tribulations attending all who wished to enter the kingdom of God. Comp. <a href="/context/1_thessalonians/3-3.htm" title="That no man should be moved by these afflictions: for yourselves know that we are appointed thereunto.">1Thessalonians 3:3-4</a>, and <a href="/acts/14-22.htm" title="Confirming the souls of the disciples, and exhorting them to continue in the faith, and that we must through much tribulation enter into the kingdom of God.">Acts 14:22</a>, which latter passage refers to preaching in the very homes of some of the recipients of this Epistle.Because.--This justifies the last assertion. It appeared on the very face of the gospel message that we should all (slave and freeman alike) have to do well, and at the same time suffer, because the gospel told us that it was so with Him, the subject of the gospel. Notice what a fine assumption lies in this "because"--viz., that Christ's experience must needs be that of every Christian.Christ also suffered.--It is to be carefully observed again that he does not say "Jesus suffered;" the whole point is that these Hebrew Christians have given in their adhesion to a suffering Messiah. (See Note on <a href="/1_peter/1-11.htm" title="Searching what, or what manner of time the Spirit of Christ which was in them did signify, when it testified beforehand the sufferings of Christ, and the glory that should follow.">1Peter 1:11</a>.) And the true reading immediately after is "for you, leaving you an example, that ye should follow His steps;" not, of course, that St. Peter exempts himself from the need of the atonement or the obligation of following Christ's steps, but because it is his accustomed style to give a charge (as it were) rather than to throw himself in with those whom he addresses. (See Note on <a href="/1_peter/1-12.htm" title="To whom it was revealed, that not to themselves, but to us they did minister the things, which are now reported to you by them that have preached the gospel to you with the Holy Ghost sent down from heaven; which things the angels desire to look into.">1Peter 1:12</a>.) There is one important point to be observed. Christ is said to have suffered "for you," but this does not mean "in your stead" but "on your behalf, for your good." Christ's atonement for us is not represented in this passage as vicarious. He did not, according to St. Peter's teaching, die as a substitute for us, any more than He rose again as our substitute. So far as the words themselves go, the death of the Messiah "for us" might have been such a death as that of the hero who, in the battle of Murgarten, gathered the Austrian spears like a sheaf into his own bosom, "for" his fellow-patriots, clearing the way for them to follow. The addition "for you" conveys the thought that in gratitude we ought to suffer with, or even for, Him. . . . <div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/1_peter/2.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div>Verse 21. - For even hereunto were ye called; that is, to do good and to suffer patiently (comp. <a href="/1_thessalonians/3-3.htm">1 Thessalonians 3:3</a>). Omit "even," for which there is no authority. St. Peter is speaking of slaves, but what he says of slaves is true in some sense of all Christians (comp. <a href="/acts/14-22.htm">Acts 14:22</a>). Because Christ also suffered for us; rather, for you, with the oldest manuscripts. You do not suffer alone; Christ also suffered, and that for you slaves, on your behalf. "Christ himself," says Bengel, "was treated as a slave; he deigns to exhibit his own conduct as an example to slaves." Leaving us an example, that ye should follow his steps. The oldest manuscripts have the second person here in both places. Leaving (ὑολιμπάνων), leaving behind; Bengel says, "in abitu ad pattern." The Greek for "example" is ὑπογραμμός ( α word which occurs nowhere else in the New Testament. It means a copy set by a writing or drawing master, which was to be exactly reproduced by his pupils (see 2 Macc. 2:28, in the Greek). The life of Christ is our model. In particular St. Peter urges us to imitate the Lord's patience in suffering undeserved afflictions. In the last clause the figure is changed to that of a guide along a difficult route, so difficult that those who follow must put their feet in his footprints. We should follow his steps, one by one, closely following him, as the word ἐπακολουθήσητε means (comp. <a href="/mark/16-20.htm">Mark 16:20</a>; <a href="/1_timothy/5-10.htm">1 Timothy 5:10, 24</a>). <a href="/commentaries/1_peter/2-21.htm">Parallel Commentaries ...</a> <a name="lexicon" id="lexicon"></a><div class="vheading">Greek</div>For γὰρ (gar) Conjunction <a href="/greek/strongs_1063.htm">Strong's 1063: </a> For. A primary particle; properly, assigning a reason. to this 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. you were called, ἐκλήθητε (eklēthēte) Verb - Aorist Indicative Passive - 2nd Person Plural <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'. because ὅτι (hoti) Conjunction <a href="/greek/strongs_3754.htm">Strong's 3754: </a> Neuter of hostis as conjunction; demonstrative, that; causative, because. Christ Χριστὸς (Christos) Noun - Nominative Masculine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_5547.htm">Strong's 5547: </a> Anointed One; the Messiah, the Christ. From chrio; Anointed One, i.e. The Messiah, an epithet of Jesus. also καὶ (kai) Conjunction <a href="/greek/strongs_2532.htm">Strong's 2532: </a> And, even, also, namely. suffered ἔπαθεν (epathen) Verb - Aorist Indicative Active - 3rd Person Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_3958.htm">Strong's 3958: </a> I am acted upon in a certain way, either good or bad; I experience ill treatment, suffer. for ὑπὲρ (hyper) Preposition <a href="/greek/strongs_5228.htm">Strong's 5228: </a> Gen: in behalf of; acc: above. you, ὑμῶν (hymōn) Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Genitive 2nd Person Plural <a href="/greek/strongs_4771.htm">Strong's 4771: </a> You. The person pronoun of the second person singular; thou. leaving ὑπολιμπάνων (hypolimpanōn) Verb - Present Participle Active - Nominative Masculine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_5277.htm">Strong's 5277: </a> To leave behind. A prolonged form for hupoleipo; to leave behind, i.e. Bequeath. you ὑμῖν (hymin) Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Dative 2nd Person Plural <a href="/greek/strongs_4771.htm">Strong's 4771: </a> You. The person pronoun of the second person singular; thou. an example, ὑπογραμμὸν (hypogrammon) Noun - Accusative Masculine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_5261.htm">Strong's 5261: </a> A writing-copy, an example, pattern. From a compound of hupo and grapho; an underwriting, i.e. Copy for imitation. that ἵνα (hina) Conjunction <a href="/greek/strongs_2443.htm">Strong's 2443: </a> In order that, so that. Probably from the same as the former part of heautou; in order that. you should follow in ἐπακολουθήσητε (epakolouthēsēte) Verb - Aorist Subjunctive Active - 2nd Person Plural <a href="/greek/strongs_1872.htm">Strong's 1872: </a> To follow close after, accompany, dog; I imitate, pursue, be studious of. From epi and akoloutheo; to accompany. His αὐτοῦ (autou) Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Genitive Masculine 3rd Person Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_846.htm">Strong's 846: </a> He, she, it, they, them, same. From the particle au; the reflexive pronoun self, used of the third person, and of the other persons. footsteps: ἴχνεσιν (ichnesin) Noun - Dative Neuter Plural <a href="/greek/strongs_2487.htm">Strong's 2487: </a> A track, footstep. 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