Epistle to Titus

High school (ages 12+)
History & Culture

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Open the article and read it at the level above. Then answer the questions below in your own words.

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Write what each word means, using the article.

Do not copy the article. Write two things you learned, the way you would explain them to a friend.

Answers below are taken from the article’s stored facts, so they match what the student read.

1. What is the canonical classification?Part of the Pastoral Epistles, alongside 1 and 2 Timothy
2. What is the recipient's role?Titus was tasked with organizing churches and appointing elders on Crete
3. What is the Letter to Titus about?It is a letter from Paul to Titus that gives instructions on how to choose good church leaders and teach the right beliefs in Crete.
4. Why did Paul write the letter to Titus?Paul wrote it to help Titus set up strong churches in Crete, a place known for dishonest and immoral behavior, and to keep the church honest and safe.

Presbyter/Bishop: Terms for church leaders in the early Christian church, often used interchangeably.
Heresy: Belief or opinion contrary to orthodox religious (especially Christian) doctrine.
Soteriology: The branch of Christian theology dealing with salvation, particularly the doctrine of salvation.