Bible dictionary for children
Inheritance
An inheritance is something passed on to someone or promised to an heir.
In simple words
What does it mean?
An inheritance is something passed on to someone or promised to an heir. Bible writers can use it for land, possessions or God's promised gifts.
Talk about it
What difference does the passage make between lasting and temporary gifts?
An example from the Bible
First Peter speaks of an inheritance that cannot perish. Its language offers hope beyond possessions that can wear out or be lost.
Read 1 Peter 1:4 ↗A little more to explore
Bible context & readings +
Read the surrounding passage to see who is speaking and how this word or idea is being used. The linked reading opens the full chapter.
Related reading: 1 Peter 1:4
to an incorruptible and undefiled inheritance that doesn’t fade away, reserved in Heaven for you,Full readings at eBible.org · World English Bible Classic. Read with an adult.
