1 Peter 5:4
New International Version
And when the Chief Shepherd appears, you will receive the crown of glory that will never fade away.

New Living Translation
And when the Great Shepherd appears, you will receive a crown of never-ending glory and honor.

English Standard Version
And when the chief Shepherd appears, you will receive the unfading crown of glory.

Berean Standard Bible
And when the Chief Shepherd appears, you will receive the crown of glory that will never fade away.

Berean Literal Bible
And the Chief Shepherd having been revealed, you will receive the unfading crown of glory.

King James Bible
And when the chief Shepherd shall appear, ye shall receive a crown of glory that fadeth not away.

New King James Version
and when the Chief Shepherd appears, you will receive the crown of glory that does not fade away.

New American Standard Bible
And when the Chief Shepherd appears, you will receive the unfading crown of glory.

NASB 1995
And when the Chief Shepherd appears, you will receive the unfading crown of glory.

NASB 1977
And when the Chief Shepherd appears, you will receive the unfading crown of glory.

Legacy Standard Bible
And when the Chief Shepherd appears, you will receive the unfading crown of glory.

Amplified Bible
And when the Chief Shepherd (Christ) appears, you will receive the [conqueror’s] unfading crown of glory.

Christian Standard Bible
And when the chief Shepherd appears, you will receive the unfading crown of glory.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
And when the chief Shepherd appears, you will receive the unfading crown of glory.

American Standard Version
And when the chief Shepherd shall be manifested, ye shall receive the crown of glory that fadeth not away.

Contemporary English Version
Then when Christ the Chief Shepherd returns, you will be given a crown that will never lose its glory.

English Revised Version
And when the chief Shepherd shall be manifested, ye shall receive the crown of glory that fadeth not away.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
Then, when the chief shepherd appears, you will receive the crown of glory that will never fade away.

Good News Translation
And when the Chief Shepherd appears, you will receive the glorious crown which will never lose its brightness.

International Standard Version
Then, when the Chief Shepherd appears, you will receive the victor's crown of glory that will never fade away.

Majority Standard Bible
And when the Chief Shepherd appears, you will receive the crown of glory that will never fade away.

NET Bible
Then when the Chief Shepherd appears, you will receive the crown of glory that never fades away.

New Heart English Bible
When the chief Shepherd is revealed, you will receive the crown of glory that does not fade away.

Webster's Bible Translation
And when the chief Shepherd shall appear, ye shall receive a crown of glory that fadeth not away.

Weymouth New Testament
And then, when the chief Shepherd appears, you will receive the never-withering wreath of glory.

World English Bible
When the chief Shepherd is revealed, you will receive the crown of glory that doesn’t fade away.
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
and the Chief Shepherd having appeared, you will receive the unfading garland of glory.

Berean Literal Bible
And the Chief Shepherd having been revealed, you will receive the unfading crown of glory.

Young's Literal Translation
and at the manifestation of the chief Shepherd, ye shall receive the unfading crown of glory.

Smith's Literal Translation
And the chief Shepherd having been manifested, ye shall be attired with an unfading crown of glory.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
And when the prince of pastors shall appear, you shall receive a never fading crown of glory.

Catholic Public Domain Version
And when the Leader of pastors will have appeared, you shall secure an unfading crown of glory.

New American Bible
And when the chief Shepherd is revealed, you will receive the unfading crown of glory.

New Revised Standard Version
And when the chief shepherd appears, you will win the crown of glory that never fades away.
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
And when the chief Shepherd shall appear, you shall receive a crown of glory that will not fade away.

Aramaic Bible in Plain English
And when The Chief Shepherd will be revealed, you shall receive a crown of glory from him that does not fade away.
NT Translations
Anderson New Testament
And when the chief shepherd shall appear, you shall receive the crown of glory that fades not away.

Godbey New Testament
and chief Shepherd having appeared, you shall receive a crown of glory which will never fade away.

Haweis New Testament
And when the arch Shepherd shall appear, ye shall receive a crown of glory that will never fade away.

Mace New Testament
that when the sovereign pastor shall appear, you may carry off a glorious crown, that will never fade.

Weymouth New Testament
And then, when the chief Shepherd appears, you will receive the never-withering wreath of glory.

Worrell New Testament
and, when the Chief Shepherd is manifested, ye will obtain the unfading crown of glory.

Worsley New Testament
And when the sovereign Shepherd shall appear, ye shall receive an unfading crown of glory.

Additional Translations ...
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Context
Instructions to Elders
3not lording it over those entrusted to you, but being examples to the flock. 4And when the Chief Shepherd appears, you will receive the crown of glory that will never fade away. 5Young men, in the same way, submit yourselves to your elders. And all of you, clothe yourselves with humility toward one another, because, “God opposes the proud, but gives grace to the humble.”…

Cross References
James 1:12
Blessed is the man who perseveres under trial, because when he has stood the test, he will receive the crown of life that God has promised to those who love Him.

2 Timothy 4:8
From now on there is laid up for me the crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous Judge, will award to me on that day—and not only to me, but to all who crave His appearing.

Revelation 2:10
Do not fear what you are about to suffer. Behold, the devil is about to throw some of you into prison to test you, and you will suffer tribulation for ten days. Be faithful even unto death, and I will give you the crown of life.

Revelation 3:11
I am coming soon. Hold fast to what you have, so that no one will take your crown.

1 Corinthians 9:25
Everyone who competes in the games trains with strict discipline. They do it for a crown that is perishable, but we do it for a crown that is imperishable.

Hebrews 2:9
But we see Jesus, who was made a little lower than the angels, now crowned with glory and honor because He suffered death, so that by the grace of God He might taste death for everyone.

1 Thessalonians 2:19
After all, who is our hope, our joy, our crown of boasting, if it is not you yourselves in the presence of our Lord Jesus at His coming?

Philippians 4:1
Therefore, my brothers, whom I love and long for, my joy and crown, that is how you must stand firm in the Lord, my beloved.

Colossians 3:4
When Christ, who is your life, appears, then you also will appear with Him in glory.

Matthew 19:28
Jesus said to them, “Truly I tell you, in the renewal of all things, when the Son of Man sits on His glorious throne, you who have followed Me will also sit on twelve thrones, judging the twelve tribes of Israel.

Matthew 25:31
When the Son of Man comes in His glory, and all the angels with Him, He will sit on His glorious throne.

John 10:11
I am the good shepherd. The good shepherd lays down His life for the sheep.

John 10:14
I am the good shepherd. I know My sheep and My sheep know Me,

Isaiah 40:11
He tends His flock like a shepherd; He gathers the lambs in His arms and carries them close to His heart. He gently leads the nursing ewes.

Ezekiel 34:23-24
I will appoint over them one shepherd, My servant David, and he will feed them. He will feed them and be their shepherd. / I, the LORD, will be their God, and My servant David will be a prince among them. I, the LORD, have spoken.


Treasury of Scripture

And when the chief Shepherd shall appear, you shall receive a crown of glory that fades not away.

the.

1 Peter 5:2
Feed the flock of God which is among you, taking the oversight thereof, not by constraint, but willingly; not for filthy lucre, but of a ready mind;

1 Peter 2:25
For ye were as sheep going astray; but are now returned unto the Shepherd and Bishop of your souls.

Psalm 23:1
A Psalm of David. The LORD is my shepherd; I shall not want.

appear.

Matthew 25:31
When the Son of man shall come in his glory, and all the holy angels with him, then shall he sit upon the throne of his glory:

Colossians 3:3,4
For ye are dead, and your life is hid with Christ in God…

2 Thessalonians 1:7-10
And to you who are troubled rest with us, when the Lord Jesus shall be revealed from heaven with his mighty angels, …

a crown.

1 Peter 1:4
To an inheritance incorruptible, and undefiled, and that fadeth not away, reserved in heaven for you,

Daniel 12:3
And they that be wise shall shine as the brightness of the firmament; and they that turn many to righteousness as the stars for ever and ever.

1 Corinthians 9:25
And every man that striveth for the mastery is temperate in all things. Now they do it to obtain a corruptible crown; but we an incorruptible.

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1 Peter 5
1. He exhorts the elders to feed their flocks;
5. the younger to obey;
8. and all to be sober, watchful, and constant in the faith;
9. and to resist the cruel adversary the devil.














And when
This phrase introduces a future event, emphasizing the certainty and anticipation of what is to come. In the Greek, "when" (ὅταν) is a conjunction that implies a definite occurrence, though the exact timing is unknown. This reflects the Christian hope and expectation of Christ's return, encouraging believers to live in readiness and faithfulness.

the Chief Shepherd
The term "Chief Shepherd" (ἀρχιποιμήν) is unique to this passage and highlights Jesus Christ's supreme authority and care over His flock, the Church. In the cultural context of the first century, shepherds were responsible for the well-being and guidance of their sheep, a metaphor frequently used in Scripture to describe God's relationship with His people (e.g., Psalm 23). By calling Jesus the "Chief Shepherd," Peter underscores His ultimate leadership and pastoral care, surpassing all earthly shepherds or leaders.

appears
The Greek word for "appears" (φανερωθέντος) conveys the idea of making visible or manifest. This refers to the second coming of Christ, a foundational belief in Christian eschatology. The use of this term assures believers that Christ's return will be a visible, undeniable event, bringing fulfillment to God's promises and vindication for His people.

you will receive
This phrase promises a future reward for the faithful. The verb "receive" (κομιεῖσθε) indicates an assured outcome, a divine bestowal rather than something earned by human effort. It reflects the grace of God in rewarding His servants, encouraging perseverance and faithfulness in their earthly journey.

the crown of glory
The "crown" (στέφανος) in ancient times was a symbol of victory, honor, and reward, often given to athletes or victorious leaders. Here, it represents the eternal reward for believers who have faithfully served Christ. The "crown of glory" signifies not only honor but also the divine nature of the reward, reflecting God's own glory shared with His people (cf. Romans 8:17).

that will never fade away
This phrase emphasizes the eternal and imperishable nature of the reward. The Greek word "amaranthine" (ἀμαράντινον) is used to describe something that is unfading, drawing from the imagery of a flower that never withers. This contrasts with earthly rewards, which are temporary and perishable. The promise of an unfading crown assures believers of the lasting value and permanence of their inheritance in Christ, motivating them to remain steadfast in their faith and service.

(4) And when the chief Shepherd shall appear.--Or, And at the chief Shepherd's appearing. The "and" treats it as a simple natural consequence of acting as just indicated. The beautiful word for "chief Shepherd" seems to have been invented by St. Peter, and it has been apparently imitated in Hebrews 13:20. How could an office be more honoured than by speaking of Christ as the chief bearer of that office?

"A crown of glory that fadeth not away.--It might perhaps be more closely, though less beautifully, represented by the glorious crown of amaranth, or the amaranthine crown of glory. Amaranth is the name of a flower which, like our immortelles, does not lose its colour or form. St. Peter immediately adds "of glory," lest we should think too literally of the wreath of immortelles.

Verse 4. - And when the chief Shepherd shall appear; rather, is manifested. The word rendered "chief Shepherd" ἀρχιποίμην occurs only here; it reminds us of the Lord's description of himself as "the good Shepherd," and of the "great Shepherd of the sheep" (Hebrews 13:20). Ye shall receive a crown of glory that fadeth not away. This is the true reward of the faithful presbyter, not power or filthy lucre. Literally, it is "the crown of glory," the promised glory, the glory of the Lord which he hath promised to his chosen. "The glory which thou gavest me, I have given them" (John 17:22). The crown is the glory; the genitive seems to be one of apposition. The Greek word here rendered "that fadeth not away" ἀμαράντινος is not exactly the same with that so rendered in 1 Peter 1:4 ΧΧΧ; taken literally, the words used here mean an amaranthine wreath - a wreath of amaranth flowers; the general meaning remains the same, "unfading." St. Peter is thinking, not of a kingly crown, but of the wreaths worn on festive occasions or bestowed on conquerors.

Parallel Commentaries ...


Greek
And [when]
καὶ (kai)
Conjunction
Strong's 2532: And, even, also, namely.

the
τοῦ (tou)
Article - Genitive Masculine Singular
Strong's 3588: The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the.

Chief Shepherd
Ἀρχιποίμενος (Archipoimenos)
Noun - Genitive Masculine Singular
Strong's 750: The chief shepherd. From arche and poimen; a head shepherd.

appears,
φανερωθέντος (phanerōthentos)
Verb - Aorist Participle Passive - Genitive Masculine Singular
Strong's 5319: To make clear (visible, manifest), make known. From phaneros; to render apparent.

you will receive
κομιεῖσθε (komieisthe)
Verb - Future Indicative Middle - 2nd Person Plural
Strong's 2865: From a primary komeo; properly, to provide for, i.e. to carry off.

the
τὸν (ton)
Article - Accusative Masculine Singular
Strong's 3588: The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the.

crown
στέφανον (stephanon)
Noun - Accusative Masculine Singular
Strong's 4735: A crown, garland, honor, glory. From an apparently primary stepho; a chaplet, literally or figuratively.

of glory
δόξης (doxēs)
Noun - Genitive Feminine Singular
Strong's 1391: From the base of dokeo; glory, in a wide application.

that will never fade away.
ἀμαράντινον (amarantinon)
Adjective - Accusative Masculine Singular
Strong's 262: Unfading, fadeless, enduring. From amarantos; 'amaranthine', i.e. fadeless.


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