1 Peter 2:23 - Commentary Critical and Explanatory on the Whole Bible

Bible Comments

Who, when he was reviled, reviled not again; when he suffered, he threatened not; but committed himself to him that judgeth righteously:

Servants are apt to 'answer again' (Titus 2:9). Threats of divine judgment against oppressors are often used by those who have no other arms. Christ, who could have threatened with truth, never did so.

Committed himself - His cause, as man in His suffering: cf. Jeremiah 11:20; Isaiah 53:8. Compare Romans 12:19, on our corresponding duty. Leave your case in His hands: not to make Him executioner of your revenge, but praying for enemies. God's righteous judgment gives tranquillity to the oppressed.

1 Peter 2:23

23 Who, when he was reviled, reviled not again; when he suffered, he threatened not; but committed himself to him that judgeth righteously: