1 Peter 3:4 NIV

Albert Barnes' Notes on the Whole Bible - 1 Peter 3:4

But let it be the hidden man of the heart - This expression is substantially the same as that of Paul in Romans 7:22, “the inward man.” See the notes at that place. The word “hidden” here means that which is concealed; that which is not made apparent by the dress, or by ornament. It lies within, pertaining to the affections of the soul.In that which is not corruptible - Properly, “in the incorruptible ornament of a meek and quiet spirit.” This is said to be incorruptible in contradistinction to... read more

Joseph Benson

Joseph Benson's Commentary of the Old and New Testaments - 1 Peter 3:3-4

1 Peter 3:3-4. Whose adorning, &c, See note on 1 Timothy 2:9; Titus 2:3. “Three things are here expressly forbidden: curling the hair, wearing gold, (by way of ornament,) and putting on costly or gay apparel. These, therefore, ought never to be allowed, much less defended, by Christians.” Wesley. But let it be the hidden man of the heart An inward, gracious disposition, or complete inward holiness, namely, that which is not corruptible Which will not wear out and decay, as... read more

Donald C. Fleming

Bridgeway Bible Commentary - 1 Peter 3:1-12

In the home and the church (3:1-12)Another sphere where Christians should display the character of Christ is the home. Wives can display a Christlike character through an attitude of submission to their husbands, even though the husbands may be unbelievers. By the wives’ good conduct and quiet spirit, the husbands may be won for God (3:1-4). Some women of Old Testament times, in particular Sarah, are good examples of a wife’s conduct (5-6).Christian husbands should not act thoughtlessly or... read more

E.W. Bullinger

E.W. Bullinger's Companion Bible Notes - 1 Peter 3:4

man. App-123 . "The hidden man" means "the inward man" of Romans 7:22 . 2 Corinthians 4:16 . Ephesians 3:16 . that which, &c . the incorruptible (Greek. aphthartos. See Romans 1:23 ). Supply "ornament" again here. meek App-127 . quiet . See 1 Timothy 2:2 . spirit . App-101 . God . App-98 . of great price . See 1 Timothy 2:9 . read more

James Burton Coffman

Coffman Commentaries on the Bible - 1 Peter 3:4

but let it be the hidden man of the heart, in the incorruptible apparel of a meek and quiet spirit, which is in the sight of God of great price.Hidden man of the heart ... Subsequent versions usually have "hidden person" of the heart; and as the passage deals with the duties of wives, this is better. The "hidden person" is the same as Paul's "inner man" (Ephesians 3:16), meaning the actual person, the private being which every person knows himself to be. Paul described a real Jew as being a Jew... read more

Thomas Coke

Thomas Coke Commentary on the Holy Bible - 1 Peter 3:3-4

1 Peter 3:3-4. Whose adorning, let it not be, &c.— That nothing may be wanting to the qualifying of a Christian wife, she is taught how to dress herself; supposing a general desire, but especially in that sex, of ornament and comeliness; the sex, which began first our engagement to the necessity of clothing, having still a peculiar propension to be curious in that, and to improve the necessity to an advantage. The direction here given corrects the misplacing of this diligence, and addresses... read more

Robert Jamieson; A. R. Fausset; David Brown

Commentary Critical and Explanatory on the Whole Bible - 1 Peter 3:4

4. But—"Rather." The "outward adornment" of jewelry, c., is forbidden, in so far as woman loves such things, not in so far as she uses them from a sense of propriety, and does not abuse them. Singularity mostly comes from pride and throws needless hindrances to religion in the way of others. Under costly attire there may be a humble mind. "Great is he who uses his earthenware as if it were plate not less great is he who uses his silver as if it were earthenware" [SENECA in ALFORD]. hidden—inner... read more

Thomas Constable

Expository Notes of Dr. Thomas Constable - 1 Peter 3:1-6

3. Wives’ respect for their husbands 3:1-6Having explained before how Christians should conduct themselves in the world, Peter next gave directions about how Christian wives and husbands should behave. He did this to help his readers identify appropriate conduct in family life during times of suffering as well as at other times.". . . he [Peter] discusses husbands and wives, and unlike the Pauline Haustafeln, he omits references to children. The reason for this omission is simple: He probably... read more

Thomas Constable

Expository Notes of Dr. Thomas Constable - 1 Peter 3:3-4

Peter was not telling wives to refrain from giving attention to their physical appearances (specifically, coiffure, jewelry, and dress), as the NASB makes clear. His point was that this should not be their total or primary concern. He urged the cultivation of the inner person as well. Beauty is more than skin deep. He contrasted what human society values and what God values. A gentle disposition and a tranquil spirit can make even a plain woman very attractive not only to God but to men (cf. 1... read more

John Dummelow

John Dummelow's Commentary on the Bible - 1 Peter 3:1-22

The Blessedness of Christ’s People, Though They Should Suffer Like ChristB (iii). 1 Peter 3:1-6. Another divinely created ordinance of man is marriage. One of the purposes of Christianity was to teach chivalry towards women: this is part of the ’grace’ which men can exercise. But to this must correspond the modesty and graciousness of women. The Israelites had already been taught that; and women, when they enter the Christian society, become daughters of Abraham, heirs both of the honour and of... read more

Albert Barnes' Notes on the Whole Bible - 1 Peter 3:4

Joseph Benson's Commentary of the Old and New Testaments - 1 Peter 3:3-4

Bridgeway Bible Commentary - 1 Peter 3:1-12

E.W. Bullinger's Companion Bible Notes - 1 Peter 3:4

Coffman Commentaries on the Bible - 1 Peter 3:4

Thomas Coke Commentary on the Holy Bible - 1 Peter 3:3-4

Commentary Critical and Explanatory on the Whole Bible - 1 Peter 3:4

Expository Notes of Dr. Thomas Constable - 1 Peter 3:1-6

Expository Notes of Dr. Thomas Constable - 1 Peter 3:3-4

John Dummelow's Commentary on the Bible - 1 Peter 3:1-22

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