Charles Spurgeon Commentary 1 Peter 1:16

"because it is written, Ye shall be holy; for I am holy." — 1 Peter 1:16 (ASV)

Because it is written, Be ye holy; for I am holy.

Children of God, be like your Father; prove that you are his true children by manifesting his character. Let his characteristics be seen in your countenance: Be ye holy; for I am holy. The Revised Version is, Ye shall be holy; for I am holy.