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1 Peter Chapter 3 – A Detailed, Study Bible Commentary

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1 Peter Chapter 3 – A Detailed, Study Bible Commentary Photo by  iam_os  on  Unsplash I open 1 Peter chapter 3, I feel this strange mix of calm heaviness—like when you smell old paper in a Bible that’s been read too many times and you can almost taste the dust on the page. It’s one of those chapters that feels gentle and sharp at the same time. Soft like wool on the skin, but with a little thorn hiding in it. And honestly, that’s fitting, because Peter wrote to people walking through fire yet told them to answer with peace. Kinda wild. And so here we go, verse by verse, thought by thought, with those ancient Greek words whispering through the text like the sound of a slow wind moving through cedar trees, and sometimes I’ll dip into Hebrew roots where the ideas overlap—because the Bible breathes in both languages like lungs inhale and exhale. “Wives, likewise, be subject to your own husbands...” Greek key word: hypotassō (ὑποτάσσω) — “to arrange under, to willingly ...

Joshua 23

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  Joshua 23: A Detailed Explanation Introduction Joshua 23 is one of the final chapters of the Book of Joshua, where Joshua, nearing the end of his life, gathers the leaders of Israel to give them a farewell speech. This speech serves as a reminder of God’s faithfulness, a call to obedience, and a warning against disobedience. The chapter highlights the importance of faithfulness to God, warns against idolatry, and encourages Israel to continue following God’s commands. Historical Context At this point in Israel’s history, Joshua is old and well advanced in years. The Israelites have largely conquered the Promised Land, though some territories remain to be fully secured. Joshua, knowing that his time is short, gives a farewell address to ensure that Israel remains faithful to God after his death. Joshua's speech is similar to the farewell speeches of other leaders in the Bible, such as Moses in Deuteronomy 31-34 and Samuel in 1 Samuel 12 . These speeches typically contain ref...