1 Peter 2:9

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KJV

King James Version (modern wording)

But all of you are a chosen generation, a royal priesthood, an holy nation, an exclusive people; that all of you should show forth the praises of him who has called you out of darkness into his marvellous light;

1 Peter 2:9 (KJV)

ASV

American Standard Version

But ye are an elect race, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, a people for God’s own possession, that ye may show forth the excellencies of him who called you out of darkness into his marvellous light:

1 Peter 2:9 (ASV)

BSB

Berean Standard Bible

But you are a chosen people, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, a people for God’s own possession, to proclaim the virtues of Him who called you out of darkness into His marvelous light.

1 Peter 2:9 (BSB)

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What does 1 Peter 2:9 say?

1 Peter 2:9 in modern King James wording reads: "But all of you are a chosen generation, a royal priesthood, an holy nation, an exclusive people; that all of you should show forth the praises of him who has called you out of darkness into his marvellous light;"

Where is 1 Peter 2:9 found in the Bible?

1 Peter 2:9 is verse 9 of chapter 2 of the book of 1 Peter, in the New Testament. 1 Peter has 5 chapters.

Which translations of 1 Peter 2:9 can I read here?

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