1 Peter
1 Peter
1 Peter is part of the Catholic (General) Epistles—letters linked to apostolic voices beyond Paul. They address perseverance, ethical integrity, and true teaching, often in compact, rhetorically rich prose. 1 Peter draws Old Testament motifs into the life of scattered communities, urging practiced wisdom, love, and vigilant faith. Historically and canonically, these letters round out the New Testament’s witness, complementing Paul with diverse accents of the same gospel.
Annotated Bibliography (Chicago Style)
- Carson, D. A., and Douglas J. Moo. An Introduction to the New Testament. 2nd ed. Grand Rapids: Zondervan, 2005. Survey of each NT book’s background, structure, and theology.
- Johnson, Luke Timothy. The Writings of the New Testament: An Interpretation. 3rd ed. Minneapolis: Fortress Press, 2010. Literary‑theological reading that situates each NT book in early Christian context.