1 Peter 2:24 Meaning
Who his own self bare our sins in his own body on the tree, that we, being dead to sins, should live unto righteousness: by whose stripes ye were healed.
Context Explained
22Who did no sin, neither was guile found in his mouth:
23Who, when he was reviled, reviled not again; when he suffered, he threatened not; but committed himself to him that judgeth righteously:
24Who his own self bare our sins in his own body on the tree, that we, being dead to sins, should live unto righteousness: by whose stripes ye were healed.
25For ye were as sheep going astray; but are now returned unto the Shepherd and Bishop of your souls.
Key Themes
Related Cross References
Romans 6:11
Both verses discuss being dead to sin and living for righteousness, highlighting the transformative power of Christ's sacrifice.
1 John 1:7
John speaks of the blood of Jesus cleansing us from sin, connecting to the theme of healing.
Matthew 8:17
This verse references Jesus healing the sick, fulfilling the prophecy of bearing our infirmities.
Source: 1 Peter 2:24