i peter
Definition
Proper noun The first book of the New Testament in the Christian Bible, traditionally attributed to Saint Peter the Apostle. It is an epistle (letter) written to early Christian communities.
Usage
The term "I Peter" is used specifically to refer to this biblical book. It is always capitalized. * Scholars study I Peter to understand the challenges faced by early Christians. * The sermon was based on a passage from I Peter.
Advanced Usage
- "The First Epistle of Peter": This is the formal, full title of the book.
- The themes of hope and suffering are central to The First Epistle of Peter.
Variants and Related Words
- 1 Peter: A common alternative numerical designation for the same book.
- The lesson for today comes from 1 Peter, chapter 3.
- II Peter / 2 Peter: The second New Testament book also traditionally attributed to Peter.
- Petrine: (Adjective) Relating to the Apostle Peter.
- The Petrine epistles (I Peter and II Peter) share some similar themes.
Synonyms
- The First Epistle General of Peter
- The First Letter of Peter
Notes
- "I Peter" is a proper noun referring to a specific text. It is not used in idioms or phrasal verbs outside of a biblical or theological context.
- The "I" is the Roman numeral for "one" and is read as "First Peter."
Noun
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the first New Testament book traditionally attributed to Saint Peter the Apostle
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