2 Peter 1

The Pulpit Commentary - 2 Peter 1:21

For the prophecy came not in old time by the will of man; literally, for not by the will of man was prophecy borne at any time. The verb is that already used in 2 Peter 1:17 , 2 Peter 1:18 , "was not borne or brought;" it refers not to the utterance of prophecy, but to its origin—it came from heaven. But holy men of God spake as they were moved by the Holy Ghost; literally, but being borne on by the Holy Ghost, the holy men of God spake; or, if we follow the Vatican Manuscript,... read more

Spence, H. D. M., etc.

The Pulpit Commentary - 2 Peter 1:21

God's voice in the Bible. The reference here is, of course, to Old Testament Scripture; but there is no reason for confining this assertion to any portion of Holy Writ. The Bible, as a whole, is a Divine utterance—Divine in its purpose, and Divine in its authority. A spiritual impulse moved the writers, and their speech accordingly was in reality the voice of God. This Divinity of meaning is discernible in the aim of the Scriptures. I. THE BIBLE TEACHES MAN WHAT HE IS . ... read more

Albert Barnes

Albert Barnes' Notes on the Whole Bible - 2 Peter 1

This chapter comprises the following subjects:I. The usual salutations,2 Peter 1:1-2; 2 Peter 1:1-2.II. A statement that all the mercies which they enjoyed pertaining to life and godliness, had been conferred by the power of God, and that he had given them exceeding great and precious promises, 2 Peter 1:3-4. It was mainly with reference to these “promises” that the epistle was written, for they had been assailed by the advocates of error, 2 Peter 2:0; 2 Peter 3:0 and it was important that... read more

Albert Barnes

Albert Barnes' Notes on the Whole Bible - 2 Peter 1:1

Simon Peter - Margin, “Symeon.” The name is written either “Simon” or “Simeon” - Σίμων Simōn or Συμεών Sumeōn. Either word properly means “hearing;” and perhaps, like other names, was at first significant. The first epistle 1 Peter 1:1 begins simply, “Peter, an apostle,” etc. The name Simon, however, was, his proper name - “Peter,” or “Cephas,” having been added to it by the Saviour, John 1:42. Compare Matthew 16:18.A servant and an apostle of Jesus Christ - In the first epistle the word... read more

Albert Barnes

Albert Barnes' Notes on the Whole Bible - 2 Peter 1:2

Grace and peace be multiplied unto you through the knowledge of God, and of Jesus our Lord - That is, grace and peace abound to us, or may be expected to be conferred on us abundantly, if we have a true knowledge of God and of the Saviour. Such a knowledge constitutes true religion: for in that we find “grace” - the grace that pardons and sanctifies; and “peace” - peace of conscience, reconciliation with God, and calmness in the trials of life. See the notes at John 17:3. read more

Albert Barnes

Albert Barnes' Notes on the Whole Bible - 2 Peter 1:3

According as his divine power hath given unto us - All the effects of the gospel on the human heart are, in the Scriptures, traced to the power of God. See the notes at Romans 1:16. There are no moral means which have ever been used that have such power as the gospel; none through which God has done so much in changing the character and affecting the destiny of man.All things that pertain unto life and godliness - The reference here in the word “life” is undoubtedly to the life of religion; the... read more

Albert Barnes

Albert Barnes' Notes on the Whole Bible - 2 Peter 1:4

Whereby - Δἰ ὧν Di' hōn. “Through which” - in the plural number, referring either to the “glory” and “virtue” in the previous verse, and meaning that it was by that glorious divine efficiency that these promises were given; or, to all the things mentioned in the previous verse, meaning that it was through those arrangements, and in order to their completion, that these great and glorious promises were made. The promises given are in connection with the plan of securing “life and godliness,”... read more

Albert Barnes

Albert Barnes' Notes on the Whole Bible - 2 Peter 1:5

And beside this - Καὶ αὐτὸ τοῦτο Kai auto touto. Something here is necessary to be understood in order to complete the sense. The reference is to 2 Peter 1:3; and the connection is, since 2 Peter 1:3 God has given us these exalted privileges and hopes, “in respect to this,” (κατὰ kata or διὰ dia being understood,) or as a “consequence” fairly flowing from this, we ought to give all diligence that we may make good use of these advantages, and secure as high attainments as we possibly can.... read more

Albert Barnes

Albert Barnes' Notes on the Whole Bible - 2 Peter 1:6

And to knowledge temperance - On the meaning of the word “temperance,” see the Acts 24:25 note, and 1 Corinthians 9:25 note. The word here refers to the mastery over all our evil inclinations and appetites. We are to allow none of them to obtain control over us. See the notes at 1 Corinthians 6:12. This would include, of course, abstinence from intoxicating drinks; but it would also embrace all evil passions and propensities. Everything is to be confined within proper limits, and to no... read more

Albert Barnes

Albert Barnes' Notes on the Whole Bible - 2 Peter 1:7

And to godliness brotherly kindness - Love to Christians as such. See the John 13:34 note; Hebrews 13:1 note.And to brotherly kindness charity - Love to all mankind. There is to be a special affection for Christians as of the same family; there is to be a true and warm love, however, for all the race. See the notes at 1 Corinthians 13:0. read more

The Pulpit Commentary - 2 Peter 1:21

The Pulpit Commentary - 2 Peter 1:21

Albert Barnes' Notes on the Whole Bible - 2 Peter 1

Albert Barnes' Notes on the Whole Bible - 2 Peter 1:1

Albert Barnes' Notes on the Whole Bible - 2 Peter 1:2

Albert Barnes' Notes on the Whole Bible - 2 Peter 1:3

Albert Barnes' Notes on the Whole Bible - 2 Peter 1:4

Albert Barnes' Notes on the Whole Bible - 2 Peter 1:5

Albert Barnes' Notes on the Whole Bible - 2 Peter 1:6

Albert Barnes' Notes on the Whole Bible - 2 Peter 1:7

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