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2 Peter 3:13

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But, according to his promise, we look for new heavens and a new earth, in which righteousness dwells.

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2 Peter 3:13 in other translations

But, according to his promise, we look for new heavens and a new earth, wherein dwelleth righteousness.

2 Peter 3:13 · American Standard Version

2 Peter 3:13 in context

  1. 11Therefore since all these things will be destroyed like this, what kind of people ought you to be in holy living and godliness,
  2. 12looking for and earnestly desiring the coming of the day of God, which will cause the burning heavens to be dissolved, and the elements will melt with fervent heat?
  3. 13But, according to his promise, we look for new heavens and a new earth, in which righteousness dwells.
  4. 14Therefore, beloved, seeing that you look for these things, be diligent to be found in peace, without defect and blameless in his sight.
  5. 15Regard the patience of our Lord as salvation; even as our beloved brother Paul also, according to the wisdom given to him, wrote to you,