1 Peter 3:7

1 Peter 3:7 in 6 English translations. Each links through to the full chapter for context.

New International Version (NIV)

7Husbands, in the same way be considerate as you live with your wives, and treat them with respect as the weaker partner and as heirs with you of the gracious gift of life, so that nothing will hinder your prayers.

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New American Standard Bible - NASB (NASB2020)

7You husbands in the same way, live with your wives in an understanding way, as with 3:7 Lit a weaker vesselsomeone weaker, since she is a woman; and show her honor as a fellow heir of the grace of life, so that your prayers will not be hindered.

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New American Standard Bible - NASB 1995 (NASB1995)

7You husbands in the same way, live with your wives in an understanding way, as with someone weaker, since she is a woman; and show her honor as a fellow heir of the grace of life, so that your prayers will not be hindered.

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Amplified Bible (AMP)

7In the same way, you husbands, live with your wives in an understanding way [with great gentleness and tact, and with an intelligent regard for the marriage relationship], as with 3:7 Lit a weaker vessel, the feminine.someone physically weaker, since she is a woman. Show her honor and respect as a fellow heir of the grace of life, so that your prayers will not be hindered or ineffective.

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Berean Standard Bible (BSB)

7Husbands, in the same way, treat your wives with consideration as a delicate vessel, and with honor as fellow heirs of the gracious gift of life, so that your prayers will not be hindered.

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New International Reader’s Version (NIrV)

7Husbands, consider the needs of your wives. They are weaker than you. So treat them with respect. Honor them as those who will share with you the gracious gift of life. Then nothing will stand in the way of your prayers.

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