New International Version And when the Chief Shepherd appears, you will receive the crown of glory that will never fade away. New Living Translation And when the Great Shepherd appears, you will receive a crown of never-ending glory and honor. English Standard Version And when the chief Shepherd appears, you will receive the unfading crown of glory. Berean Standard Bible And when the Chief Shepherd appears, you will receive the crown of glory that will never fade away. Berean Literal Bible And on the Chief Shepherd having been made manifest, you⁺ will receive the unfading crown of glory. King James Bible And when the chief Shepherd shall appear, ye shall receive a crown of glory that fadeth not away. New King James Version and when the Chief Shepherd appears, you will receive the crown of glory that does not fade away. New American Standard Bible And when the Chief Shepherd appears, you will receive the unfading crown of glory. NASB 1995 And when the Chief Shepherd appears, you will receive the unfading crown of glory. NASB 1977 And when the Chief Shepherd appears, you will receive the unfading crown of glory. Legacy Standard Bible And when the Chief Shepherd appears, you will receive the unfading crown of glory. Amplified Bible And when the Chief Shepherd (Christ) appears, you will receive the [conqueror’s] unfading crown of glory. Berean Annotated Bible And when the Chief Shepherd appears, you⁺ will receive the crown of glory {doxēs} that will never fade away. Christian Standard Bible And when the chief Shepherd appears, you will receive the unfading crown of glory. Holman Christian Standard Bible And when the chief Shepherd appears, you will receive the unfading crown of glory. American Standard Version And when the chief Shepherd shall be manifested, ye shall receive the crown of glory that fadeth not away. Contemporary English Version Then when Christ the Chief Shepherd returns, you will be given a crown that will never lose its glory. English Revised Version And when the chief Shepherd shall be manifested, ye shall receive the crown of glory that fadeth not away. GOD'S WORD® Translation Then, when the chief shepherd appears, you will receive the crown of glory that will never fade away. Good News Translation And when the Chief Shepherd appears, you will receive the glorious crown which will never lose its brightness. International Standard Version Then, when the Chief Shepherd appears, you will receive the victor's crown of glory that will never fade away. NET Bible Then when the Chief Shepherd appears, you will receive the crown of glory that never fades away. New Heart English Bible When the chief Shepherd is revealed, you will receive the crown of glory that does not fade away. Webster's Bible Translation And when the chief Shepherd shall appear, ye shall receive a crown of glory that fadeth not away. Weymouth New Testament And then, when the chief Shepherd appears, you will receive the never-withering wreath of glory. Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleAnd when the Chief Shepherd appears, you will receive the crown of glory that will never fade away. World English Bible When the chief Shepherd is revealed, you will receive the crown of glory that doesn’t fade away. Literal Translations Literal Standard Versionand the Chief Shepherd having appeared, you will receive the unfading garland of glory. Berean Literal Bible And on the Chief Shepherd having been made manifest, you⁺ will receive the unfading crown of glory. Young's Literal Translation and at the manifestation of the chief Shepherd, ye shall receive the unfading crown of glory. Smith's Literal Translation And the chief Shepherd having been manifested, ye shall be attired with an unfading crown of glory. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleAnd when the prince of pastors shall appear, you shall receive a never fading crown of glory. Catholic Public Domain Version And when the Leader of pastors will have appeared, you shall secure an unfading crown of glory. New American Bible And when the chief Shepherd is revealed, you will receive the unfading crown of glory. New Revised Standard Version And when the chief shepherd appears, you will win the crown of glory that never fades away. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleAnd when the chief Shepherd shall appear, you shall receive a crown of glory that will not fade away. Aramaic Bible in Plain English And when The Chief Shepherd will be revealed, you shall receive a crown of glory from him that does not fade away. NT Translations Anderson New TestamentAnd when the chief shepherd shall appear, you shall receive the crown of glory that fades not away. Godbey New Testament and chief Shepherd having appeared, you shall receive a crown of glory which will never fade away. Haweis New Testament And when the arch Shepherd shall appear, ye shall receive a crown of glory that will never fade away. Mace New Testament that when the sovereign pastor shall appear, you may carry off a glorious crown, that will never fade. Weymouth New Testament And then, when the chief Shepherd appears, you will receive the never-withering wreath of glory. Worrell New Testament and, when the Chief Shepherd is manifested, ye will obtain the unfading crown of glory. Worsley New Testament And when the sovereign Shepherd shall appear, ye shall receive an unfading crown of glory. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible (Voice ▾ Musical ▾) Context Instructions to Elders…3not lording it over those entrusted to you, but being examples to the flock. 4And when the Chief Shepherd appears, you will receive the crown of glory that will never fade away. 5Young men, in the same way, submit yourselves to your elders. And all of you, clothe yourselves with humility toward one another, because, “God opposes the proud, but gives grace to the humble.”… Cross References And when the Chief Shepherd appears, Hebrews 13:20 Now may the God of peace, who through the blood of the eternal covenant brought back from the dead our Lord Jesus, that great Shepherd of the sheep, 1 John 3:2 Beloved, we are now children of God, and what we will be has not yet been revealed. We know that when Christ appears, we will be like Him, for we will see Him as He is. 1 Peter 2:25 For “you were like sheep going astray,” but now you have returned to the Shepherd and Overseer of your souls. you will receive the crown of glory 2 Timothy 4:8 From now on there is laid up for me the crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous Judge, will award to me on that day—and not only to me, but to all who crave His appearing. James 1:12 Blessed is the man who perseveres under trial, because when he has stood the test, he will receive the crown of life that God has promised to those who love Him. Revelation 2:10 Do not fear what you are about to suffer. Behold, the devil is about to throw some of you into prison to test you, and you will suffer tribulation for ten days. Be faithful even unto death, and I will give you the crown of life. that will never fade away. 1 Peter 1:4 and into an inheritance that is imperishable, undefiled, and unfading, reserved in heaven for you, 1 Corinthians 9:25 Everyone who competes in the games trains with strict discipline. They do it for a crown that is perishable, but we do it for a crown that is imperishable. 2 Corinthians 4:18 So we fix our eyes not on what is seen, but on what is unseen. For what is seen is temporary, but what is unseen is eternal. James 1:12 Blessed is the man who perseveres under trial, because when he has stood the test, he will receive the crown of life that God has promised to those who love Him. 2 Timothy 4:8 From now on there is laid up for me the crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous Judge, will award to me on that day—and not only to me, but to all who crave His appearing. Revelation 2:10 Do not fear what you are about to suffer. Behold, the devil is about to throw some of you into prison to test you, and you will suffer tribulation for ten days. Be faithful even unto death, and I will give you the crown of life. Revelation 3:11 I am coming soon. Hold fast to what you have, so that no one will take your crown. 1 Corinthians 9:25 Everyone who competes in the games trains with strict discipline. They do it for a crown that is perishable, but we do it for a crown that is imperishable. Hebrews 2:9 But we see Jesus, who was made a little lower than the angels, now crowned with glory and honor because He suffered death, so that by the grace of God He might taste death for everyone. 1 Thessalonians 2:19 After all, who is our hope, our joy, our crown of boasting, if it is not you yourselves in the presence of our Lord Jesus at His coming? Treasury of Scripture And when the chief Shepherd shall appear, you shall receive a crown of glory that fades not away. the. 1 Peter 5:2 Feed the flock of God which is among you, taking the oversight thereof, not by constraint, but willingly; not for filthy lucre, but of a ready mind; 1 Peter 2:25 For ye were as sheep going astray; but are now returned unto the Shepherd and Bishop of your souls. Psalm 23:1 A Psalm of David. The LORD is my shepherd; I shall not want. appear. Matthew 25:31 When the Son of man shall come in his glory, and all the holy angels with him, then shall he sit upon the throne of his glory: Colossians 3:3,4 For ye are dead, and your life is hid with Christ in God… 2 Thessalonians 1:7-10 And to you who are troubled rest with us, when the Lord Jesus shall be revealed from heaven with his mighty angels, … a crown. 1 Peter 1:4 To an inheritance incorruptible, and undefiled, and that fadeth not away, reserved in heaven for you, Daniel 12:3 And they that be wise shall shine as the brightness of the firmament; and they that turn many to righteousness as the stars for ever and ever. 1 Corinthians 9:25 And every man that striveth for the mastery is temperate in all things. Now they do it to obtain a corruptible crown; but we an incorruptible. Jump to Previous Appear Appears Chief Crown Eternal Fade Fadeth Glory Keeper Manifestation Manifested Obtain Receive Revealed Sheep Shepherd Unfading WreathJump to Next Appear Appears Chief Crown Eternal Fade Fadeth Glory Keeper Manifestation Manifested Obtain Receive Revealed Sheep Shepherd Unfading Wreath1 Peter 5 1. He exhorts the elders to feed their flocks;5. the younger to obey; 8. and all to be sober, watchful, and constant in the faith; 9. and to resist the cruel adversary the devil. And when the Chief Shepherd appears, Jesus Christ will return in glory as the supreme Shepherd of His people. Earthly elders serve under His authority, caring for the flock that belongs to Him. His appearing points to His promised return, when He will judge righteously and gather His faithful servants. Heb 13:20 Now may the God of peace, who through the blood… you will receive the crown of glory Those who have served Christ faithfully will receive an eternal reward from Him. The crown pictures the honor granted by the victorious King, not for self-exaltation but for steadfast service to God’s people. 2Ti 4:8 From now on there is laid up for me the crown…… that will never fade away. Unlike earthly honors, this reward cannot perish or lose its splendor. It belongs to the lasting glory of God’s kingdom and will be enjoyed in Christ’s presence forever. 1Pe 1:4 and into an inheritance that is imperishable,… Persons / Places / Events 1. PeterThe apostle and author of this epistle, writing to encourage and instruct the early Christian communities. 2. Chief Shepherd Refers to Jesus Christ, emphasizing His role as the ultimate leader and caretaker of His flock, the Church. 3. Crown of Glory Symbolizes the eternal reward and honor that faithful believers will receive from Christ. 4. Elders and Leaders The immediate audience of this passage, who are being encouraged to shepherd the flock with integrity and diligence. 5. The Appearing of Christ The future event when Jesus will return, bringing final judgment and reward. Teaching Points The Role of Christ as ShepherdJesus is the ultimate Shepherd, guiding and protecting His people. As believers, we are called to trust in His leadership and care. The Promise of Eternal Reward The "crown of glory" is a reminder of the eternal rewards awaiting those who faithfully serve Christ. This should motivate us to live with perseverance and integrity. Faithful Leadership Church leaders are called to shepherd their congregations with humility and dedication, reflecting the character of the Chief Shepherd. Living in Expectation of Christ's Return The anticipation of Christ's return should influence our daily lives, encouraging us to live in a way that honors Him and prepares us for His coming. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of 1 Peter 5:4?2. How does 1 Peter 5:4 encourage leaders to serve faithfully and humbly? 3. What is the "crown of glory" mentioned in 1 Peter 5:4? 4. How does 1 Peter 5:4 connect to rewards in Matthew 25:21? 5. How can church leaders today apply the promise in 1 Peter 5:4? 6. What does "when the Chief Shepherd appears" imply about Christ's return? 7. What does "the unfading crown of glory" in 1 Peter 5:4 symbolize for believers? 8. How does 1 Peter 5:4 relate to the concept of eternal rewards in Christianity? 9. What historical context influenced the writing of 1 Peter 5:4? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from 1 Peter 5? (4) And when the chief Shepherd shall appear.--Or, And at the chief Shepherd's appearing. The "and" treats it as a simple natural consequence of acting as just indicated. The beautiful word for "chief Shepherd" seems to have been invented by St. Peter, and it has been apparently imitated in Hebrews 13:20. How could an office be more honoured than by speaking of Christ as the chief bearer of that office? "A crown of glory that fadeth not away.--It might perhaps be more closely, though less beautifully, represented by the glorious crown of amaranth, or the amaranthine crown of glory. Amaranth is the name of a flower which, like our immortelles, does not lose its colour or form. St. Peter immediately adds "of glory," lest we should think too literally of the wreath of immortelles. Verse 4. - And when the chief Shepherd shall appear; rather, is manifested. The word rendered "chief Shepherd" ἀρχιποίμην occurs only here; it reminds us of the Lord's description of himself as "the good Shepherd," and of the "great Shepherd of the sheep" (Hebrews 13:20). Ye shall receive a crown of glory that fadeth not away. This is the true reward of the faithful presbyter, not power or filthy lucre. Literally, it is "the crown of glory," the promised glory, the glory of the Lord which he hath promised to his chosen. "The glory which thou gavest me, I have given them" (John 17:22). The crown is the glory; the genitive seems to be one of apposition. The Greek word here rendered "that fadeth not away" ἀμαράντινος is not exactly the same with that so rendered in 1 Peter 1:4 ΧΧΧ; taken literally, the words used here mean an amaranthine wreath - a wreath of amaranth flowers; the general meaning remains the same, "unfading." St. Peter is thinking, not of a kingly crown, but of the wreaths worn on festive occasions or bestowed on conquerors. Peter sets before weary servants a vivid hope: the Chief Shepherd is coming. When He appears, faithful believers will be handed a glorious, everlasting crown—honor from Christ Himself that can never be tarnished or taken. In light of that certain future, present-day shepherding, serving, and steadfastness gain eternal significance.Parallel Commentaries ... Greek And [when]καὶ (kai) Conjunction Strong's 2532: And, even, also, namely. the τοῦ (tou) Article - Genitive Masculine Singular Strong's 3588: The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the. Chief Shepherd Ἀρχιποίμενος (Archipoimenos) Noun - Genitive Masculine Singular Strong's 750: The chief shepherd. From arche and poimen; a head shepherd. appears, φανερωθέντος (phanerōthentos) Verb - Aorist Participle Passive - Genitive Masculine Singular Strong's 5319: To make clear (visible, manifest), make known. From phaneros; to render apparent. you will receive κομιεῖσθε (komieisthe) Verb - Future Indicative Middle - 2nd Person Plural Strong's 2865: From a primary komeo; properly, to provide for, i.e. to carry off. the τὸν (ton) Article - Accusative Masculine Singular Strong's 3588: The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the. crown στέφανον (stephanon) Noun - Accusative Masculine Singular Strong's 4735: A crown, garland, honor, glory. From an apparently primary stepho; a chaplet, literally or figuratively. of glory δόξης (doxēs) Noun - Genitive Feminine Singular Strong's 1391: From the base of dokeo; glory, in a wide application. that will never fade away. ἀμαράντινον (amarantinon) Adjective - Accusative Masculine Singular Strong's 262: Unfading, fadeless, enduring. From amarantos; 'amaranthine', i.e. fadeless. Additonal Resources 1 Peter 5:4 Blue Letter Bible1 Peter 5:4 Bible Gateway 1 Peter 5:4 Bible.com 1 Peter 5:4 NIV |
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