A Reason for Hope: The First Letter of Peter.

A literary criticism of the book "The First Letter of Peter" of the "New Testament of the Bible" by Apostle Peter is presented. It aims to encourage the small Christian communities of Asia minor living in poor conditions. Topics discussed include arguments regarding original author of the book, suggestions to stay strong and face the adverse situations with love and unity, and urge of the author to the slaves to react in a genuine Christian manner.