Books of the Bible

New Testament · Paul's Letters

1 Thessalonians

One of Paul's earliest letters, written to new believers under pressure. He commends their faith, urges holiness, and comforts them about Christians who have died.

Authorship
Written by Paul with Silvanus and Timothy.
Historical setting
Thessalonica, a leading city in Macedonia.
Key themes
Faith under pressure · Holiness · Hope beyond death · The Lord's return
Where it sits in the story
An early snapshot of what young churches were taught from the start.

1 Thessalonians belongs to Paul's Letters. Romans to Philemon. Letters to churches and to co-workers.

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