Second Epistle to the Thessalonians

High school (ages 12+)
History & Culture

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1. What is the classification?New Testament Epistle, traditionally attributed to Paul and Timothy
2. What is the estimated composition dates?Circa 51–52 AD (if Pauline) or circa 80–115 AD (if later)
3. Who wrote the Second Letter to the Thessalonians?The letter is traditionally thought to be written by the Apostle Paul and his friend Timothy, but some scholars believe it may have been written by a later follower.
4. When might the letter have been written?If Paul wrote it, it would have been around 51–52 AD, just after his first letter. Some scholars think it could be later, between 80 and 115 AD.

Pauline Epistle: A letter within the New Testament attributed to the Apostle Paul, forming a cornerstone of early Christian doctrine.
Koine Greek: The common form of Greek spoken and written across the Hellenistic world, serving as the original language for many New Testament texts.
Eschatology: The theological study concerning final events of history, the ultimate destiny of humanity, and the nature of divine judgment.
Parousia: A Greek term referring to the 'coming' or 'presence' of Christ, particularly his second coming.