The Book of 1st Peter

1) To whom was this first epistle of Peter written? (1:1)

- To pilgrims of the Dispersion

- Living in Pontus, Galatia, Cappadocia, Asia, and Bithynia

2) What internal evidence suggests these “pilgrims” may have included Gentile Christians? (1:21)

- They had come to believe in God through Jesus

3) What country today makes up the region where these Christians lived?

- Turkey

4) Who assisted Peter in this epistle? What other name is this person called? (5:12)

- Silvanus; Silas

5) When was this epistle possibly written?

- 63-64 A.D.

6) Where was Peter when he wrote this epistle? (5:13)

- Babylon

7) What other places might this city symbolize?

- Rome, or possibly Jerusalem

8) What threefold purpose did Peter have in writing this epistle?

- To encourage steadfastness in the face of persecution (5:10)

- To remind them of their special privilege as God’s “holy nation” (2:9)

- To instruct them as to their proper conduct (2:11-12)

9) What is suggested as the theme of this epistle?

- Conduct becoming the people of God

10) What is suggested as the key verses in this epistle?

- 2:11-12

11) According to the outline offered above, what are two main divisions of this epistle?

- Our salvation in Christ - Our duties in Christ