Commentaries:
Adam Clarke
Kings and priests - See on I Peter 2:5 (note), I Peter 2:9 (note). But instead of ̔ , kings and priests the most reputable MSS., versions, and fathers have ̔ , a kingdom and priests; i.e. a kingdom of priests, or a royal priesthood. The regal and sacerdotal dignities are the two highest that can possibly exist among men; and these two are here mentioned to show the glorious prerogatives and state of the children of God.
To him be glory - That is, to Christ; for it is of him that the prophet speaks, and of none other.
For ever and ever - · To ages of ages; or rather, through all indefinite periods; through all time, and through eternity.
Amen - A word of affirmation and approbation; so it shall be, and so it ought to be.
Other commentary entries containing this verse:
Exodus 19:4
Leviticus 27:34
Numbers 3:12
Numbers 27:7
Job 36:7
Matthew 12:3-4
Acts 20:30
Romans 5:17
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