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Christ, the Cornerstone
Peter quotes Isaiah to show that Jesus is the fulfillment of God's ancient plan. Commentators explain that God Himself has laid Jesus in 'Zion' (the church) as the 'chief cornerstone'—a chosen, precious, and essential foundation. He is the one who unites all believers and bears the weight of the entire spiritual structure, providing perfect security.
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1 Peter
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Albert Barnes
On 1 Peter 2:6
18th Century
Theologian
Wherefore also it is contained in the scripture (Isaiah 28:16). The quotation is substantially as it is found in the Septuagin…
AT Robertson
On 1 Peter 2:6
It is contained (περιεχε). Present active (here intransitive, to contain, only N.T. example) of περιεχω, old verb, to surround, tr…
Charles Ellicott
On 1 Peter 2:6
19th Century
Bishop
Wherefore also.—The mention of Jesus Christ brings the writer back again to his theme, namely, that the whole system to w…
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Charles Spurgeon
On 1 Peter 2:6
19th Century
Preacher
Wherefore also it is contained in the scripture, Behold, I lay in Sion a chief corner stone, elect, precious: and he that believeth on him shal…
Expositor's Bible Commentary
On 1 Peter 2:6
Next Peter cites Scripture to support his teaching. The quotation of Isa 28:16 refers to God’s foundation stone, carefully chosen and very costly, …
John Calvin
On 1 Peter 2:6
16th Century
Theologian
Wherefore also it is contained in Scripture; or, Wherefore also the Scripture contains. Those who refer the verb “contain” (περιέ…
John Gill
On 1 Peter 2:6
17th Century
Pastor
Wherefore also it is contained in the Scripture (Isaiah 28:16) . This is produced as a proof of the excellenc…
Matthew Henry
On 1 Peter 2:1–10
17th Century
Minister
Evil-speaking is a sign of malice and guile in the heart, and it hinders our benefiting from the word of God. A new life needs suitable food. Infan…