3:17 reinforces that suffering for doing good is better than for evil, echoing the blessing on righteous suffering in 3:14.

1 Peter 2:19 commends enduring grief for conscience toward God — the same principle of suffering wrongfully that Peter here calls blessed.

1 Peter 2:20 distinguishes suffering for doing good from suffering for faults — directly reinforcing that such suffering is commendable before God.

1 Peter 4:13-16 rejoices in sharing Christ's sufferings and counts reproach for Christ as blessed — expanding the same theme of suffering for righteousness.

4:14 restates the blessing for suffering for Christ, directly paralleling the promise in 3:14 that the persecuted are blessed.

5:9 encourages resisting fear and standing firm in suffering, connecting to 3:14's call not to fear when persecuted.

Isaiah 8:13 calls to sanctify the Lord of hosts — Peter adapts this to sanctify Christ as Lord, shifting the focus from God the Father to Jesus.

Matthew 5:10-12 is the Beatitudes' promise of blessing for the persecuted — the very teaching Peter echoes when he says suffering for righteousness brings blessing.

Matthew 10:18-22 describes persecution for Christ's sake and endurance to the end — providing the context of suffering that Peter encourages believers to face without fear.

In Isaiah 8:12, this is the verse Peter directly quotes — a command not to fear what the people fear, providing the scriptural basis for his exhortation.

Matthew 10:28 distinguishes fear of man (who kills body) from fear of God — directly underlying Peter's 'have no fear of them'.

Luke 6:22 directly pronounces blessing on those hated and reviled for the Son of Man — the same beatitude 1 Peter 3:14 echoes about suffering for righteousness.

Luke 6:23 adds that believers should rejoice in persecution because their reward is great — deepening the call to not fear in 1 Peter 3:14.

Luke 12:4 echoes the same warning: don't fear those who can only kill the body — a key parallel to Peter's exhortation.

Luke 12:5 contrasts fear of man with fear of God who has authority over hell — completing the logic that underlies Peter's command.

In John 14:1, Jesus uses the same command 'Let not your hearts be troubled' to encourage trust in God amid distress.

In John 14:27, Jesus adds 'neither let them be afraid' and promises his peace, reinforcing the call to not be troubled.

James 1:12 promises the crown of life to those who endure trial — a parallel assurance of blessing for steadfastness under suffering.

Philippians 1:29 declares that suffering for Christ is a granted privilege — directly reinforcing the blessedness of suffering for righteousness.

2 Corinthians 12:10 shows Paul content with hardships for Christ's sake — embodying the fearlessness and blessing 1 Peter 3:14 promises.

In Psalm 27:3, the psalmist declares fearless confidence despite opposition, directly echoing the 'have no fear' command in 1 Peter 3:14.

2 Timothy 3:12 affirms persecution is inevitable for godly living — grounding Peter's assumption that suffering for righteousness is normal.

In Matthew 10:26, Jesus directly tells disciples 'have no fear of them' — the same command Peter gives, with added motivation of God's revelation.

In Ezekiel 2:6, God commands the prophet not to fear rebellious opponents — the same 'do not fear' exhortation Peter applies to suffering Christians.

Ezekiel 3:9 makes the prophet's forehead hard as flint against fear — a parallel call to boldness in the face of opposition.

1 Corinthians 4:12 describes enduring persecution without retaliation — modeling the 'do not fear' attitude Peter encourages.

Romans 5:3 connects suffering to endurance and hope — reinforcing Peter's point that suffering for righteousness leads to blessing.

Acts 9:16 reveals Paul's appointed suffering for Christ's name — showing that suffering for righteousness is part of God's plan for His servants.

Matthew 10:31 adds that believers are valuable to God, so they need not fear — reinforcing the confidence behind Peter's command.

In Proverbs 3:25, the reader is told not to fear sudden terror, aligning with the exhortation not to be troubled by threats.

In Genesis 39:21, God shows steadfast love to Joseph in prison, illustrating the blessing promised to those who suffer unjustly.

Revelation 21:8 condemns the cowardly, contrasting with 3:14's command to have no fear—opposite responses to persecution.

In Acts 18:10, God promises his presence and protection, providing the reason for not fearing as in 1 Peter 3:14.

In Acts 18:9, God tells Paul 'Do not be afraid' while ministering, similar encouragement for those suffering for righteousness.