1 PETER—NOTE ON 1 Peter 2:24 Tree was often used as a synonym for “cross” in first-century Judaism. This may have been due to Deuteronomy 21:22 (see Galatians 3:13; also Acts 5:30; and see note on crucifixion at Matt. 27:35). The unique, substitutionary, sin-bearing death of Jesus is described here using allusions to Isaiah 53:4, Isaiah 53:5, Isaiah 53:11. healed. The healing in the atonement refers to the forgiveness of sins. Jesus’ death should lead to a profound change in the lives of believers. They should break all ties with evil (die to sin) and devote themselves to living in a holy way (live to righteousness).

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