4. but let the interior adorning of the heart be without corruption, and of an agreeable spirit and peaceful, which is precious in the sight of God.
5. For after this manner in the old time the holy women also, who waited upon God, adorned themselves, being in subjection unto their own husbands,
6. as Sara obeyed Abraham, calling him lord, of whom ye are made daughters, doing well and not being afraid of any terror.
7. Likewise, ye husbands, dwell with them wisely, giving honour unto the woman, as unto a more fragile vessel and as being heirs together of the grace of life, that your prayers not be hindered.
8. And finally, be ye all of one consent, of one affection, loving each other fraternally, merciful, courteous,
9. not rendering evil for evil or curse for curse, but to the contrary, blessing, knowing that ye are called, that ye should possess a blessing by inheritance.
10. For he that desires to love life and see the good days, let him refrain his tongue from evil and his lips that they speak no guile;
11. let him separate himself from evil and do good; let him seek peace and follow it.
12. For the eyes of the Lord are over the righteous, and his ears are open unto their prayers; but the face of the Lord is against those that do evil.
13. And who is he that can harm you, if ye are followers of that which is good?
14. But also if ye suffer anything for righteousness’ sake, blessed are ye; therefore, be not afraid of their terror neither be troubled,