2 Thessalonians 1:1
New International Version
Paul, Silas and Timothy, To the church of the Thessalonians in God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ:

New Living Translation
This letter is from Paul, Silas, and Timothy. We are writing to the church in Thessalonica, to you who belong to God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ.

English Standard Version
Paul, Silvanus, and Timothy, To the church of the Thessalonians in God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ:

Berean Standard Bible
Paul, Silvanus, and Timothy, To the church of the Thessalonians in God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ:

Berean Literal Bible
Paul and Silvanus and Timothy, To the church of the Thessalonians in God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ:

King James Bible
Paul, and Silvanus, and Timotheus, unto the church of the Thessalonians in God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ:

New King James Version
Paul, Silvanus, and Timothy, To the church of the Thessalonians in God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ:

New American Standard Bible
Paul, Silvanus, and Timothy, To the church of the Thessalonians in God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ:

NASB 1995
Paul and Silvanus and Timothy, To the church of the Thessalonians in God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ:

NASB 1977
Paul and Silvanus and Timothy to the church of the Thessalonians in God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ:

Legacy Standard Bible
Paul and Silvanus and Timothy, To the church of the Thessalonians in God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ:

Amplified Bible
Paul, Silvanus (Silas), and Timothy, To the church of the Thessalonians in God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ:

Christian Standard Bible
Paul, Silvanus, and Timothy: To the church of the Thessalonians in God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
Paul, Silvanus, and Timothy: To the church of the Thessalonians in God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ.

American Standard Version
Paul, and Silvanus, and Timothy, unto the church of the Thessalonians in God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ;

Contemporary English Version
From Paul, Silas, and Timothy. To the church in Thessalonica, the people of God our Father and of the Lord Jesus Christ.

English Revised Version
Paul, and Silvanus, and Timothy, unto the church of the Thessalonians in God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ;

GOD'S WORD® Translation
From Paul, Silas, and Timothy. To the church at Thessalonica united with God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ.

Good News Translation
From Paul, Silas, and Timothy--To the people of the church in Thessalonica, who belong to God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ:

International Standard Version
From: Paul, Silvanus, and Timothy. To: The church of the Thessalonians in union with God our Father and the Lord Jesus, the Messiah.

Majority Standard Bible
Paul, Silvanus, and Timothy, To the church of the Thessalonians in God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ:

NET Bible
From Paul and Silvanus and Timothy, to the church of the Thessalonians in God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ.

New Heart English Bible
Paul, Silvanus, and Timothy, to the church of the Thessalonians in God our Father, and the Lord Jesus Christ:

Webster's Bible Translation
Paul, and Silvanus, and Timothy, to the church of the Thessalonians in God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ:

Weymouth New Testament
Paul, Silas, and Timothy: To the Church of the Thessalonians which is in God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ.

World English Bible
Paul, Silvanus, and Timothy, to the assembly of the Thessalonians in God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ:
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
Paul, and Silvanus, and Timotheus, to the assembly of Thessalonians in God our Father, and the Lord Jesus Christ:

Berean Literal Bible
Paul and Silvanus and Timothy, To the church of the Thessalonians in God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ:

Young's Literal Translation
Paul, and Silvanus, and Timotheus, to the assembly of Thessalonians in God our Father, and the Lord Jesus Christ:

Smith's Literal Translation
Paul, and Silvanus, and Timothy, to the church of the Thessalonians in God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ:
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
Paul, and Sylvanus, and Timothy, to the church of the Thessalonians in God our Father, and the Lord Jesus Christ.

Catholic Public Domain Version
Paul and Sylvanus and Timothy, to the church of the Thessalonians, in God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ.

New American Bible
Paul, Silvanus, and Timothy to the church of the Thessalonians in God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ:

New Revised Standard Version
Paul, Silvanus, and Timothy, To the church of the Thessalonians in God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ:
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
PAUL, and Sil-va’nus, and Ti-mo’theus, unto the Church of the Thes-salo’ni- ans in God our Father and our LORD Jesus Christ:

Aramaic Bible in Plain English
Paulus, Sylvanus and Timotheus, to the church of the Thessalonians which is in God Our Father and our Lord Yeshua The Messiah.
NT Translations
Anderson New Testament
PAUL and Sylvanus and Timothy to the church of the Thessalonians in God our Father and in the Lord Jesus Christ:

Godbey New Testament
Paul, and Silvanus, and Timothy, unto the Church of the Thessalonians in God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ.

Haweis New Testament
PAUL, and Silvanus, and Timothy, to the church of the Thessalonians in God our Father and in the Lord Jesus Christ:

Mace New Testament
Paul, Silvanus, and Timothy, to the church of the Thessalonians, that believe in God our father, and in the Lord Jesus Christ.

Weymouth New Testament
Paul, Silas, and Timothy: To the Church of the Thessalonians which is in God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ.

Worrell New Testament
Paul, and Sylvanus, and Timothy, to the assembly of the Thessalonians, in God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ:

Worsley New Testament
Paul and Silvanus and Timothy to the church of the Thessalonians in God our Father, and in the Lord Jesus Christ;

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
Greetings to the Thessalonians
1Paul, Silvanus, and Timothy, To the church of the Thessalonians in God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ: 2Grace and peace to you from God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ.…

Cross References
Acts 17:1-9
When they had passed through Amphipolis and Apollonia, they came to Thessalonica, where there was a Jewish synagogue. / As was his custom, Paul went into the synagogue, and on three Sabbaths he reasoned with them from the Scriptures, / explaining and proving that the Christ had to suffer and rise from the dead. “This Jesus I am proclaiming to you is the Christ,” he declared. ...

1 Thessalonians 1:1
Paul, Silvanus, and Timothy, To the church of the Thessalonians in God the Father and the Lord Jesus Christ: Grace and peace to you.

1 Corinthians 1:1-3
Paul, called to be an apostle of Christ Jesus by the will of God, and our brother Sosthenes, / To the church of God in Corinth, to those sanctified in Christ Jesus and called to be holy, together with all those everywhere who call on the name of our Lord Jesus Christ, their Lord and ours: / Grace and peace to you from God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ.

Philippians 1:1-2
Paul and Timothy, servants of Christ Jesus, To all the saints in Christ Jesus at Philippi, together with the overseers and deacons: / Grace and peace to you from God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ.

Colossians 1:1-2
Paul, an apostle of Christ Jesus by the will of God, and Timothy our brother, / To the saints and faithful brothers in Christ at Colossae: Grace and peace to you from God our Father.

Galatians 1:1-2
Paul, an apostle—sent not from men nor by man, but by Jesus Christ and God the Father, who raised Him from the dead— / and all the brothers with me, To the churches of Galatia:

Romans 1:1-7
Paul, a servant of Christ Jesus, called to be an apostle, and set apart for the gospel of God— / the gospel He promised beforehand through His prophets in the Holy Scriptures, / regarding His Son, who was a descendant of David according to the flesh, ...

Ephesians 1:1-2
Paul, an apostle of Christ Jesus by the will of God, To the saints in Ephesus, the faithful in Christ Jesus: / Grace and peace to you from God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ.

1 Timothy 1:1-2
Paul, an apostle of Christ Jesus by the command of God our Savior and of Christ Jesus our hope, / To Timothy, my true child in the faith: Grace, mercy, and peace from God the Father and Christ Jesus our Lord.

2 Corinthians 1:1-2
Paul, an apostle of Christ Jesus by the will of God, and Timothy our brother, To the church of God in Corinth, together with all the saints throughout Achaia: / Grace and peace to you from God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ.

Titus 1:1-4
Paul, a servant of God and an apostle of Jesus Christ for the faith of God’s elect and their knowledge of the truth that leads to godliness, / in the hope of eternal life, which God, who cannot lie, promised before time began. / In His own time He has made His word evident in the proclamation entrusted to me by the command of God our Savior. ...

Philemon 1:1-3
Paul, a prisoner of Christ Jesus, and Timothy our brother, To Philemon our beloved fellow worker, / to Apphia our sister, to Archippus our fellow soldier, and to the church that meets at your house: / Grace and peace to you from God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ.

1 Peter 1:1-2
Peter, an apostle of Jesus Christ, To the elect who are exiles of the Dispersion throughout Pontus, Galatia, Cappadocia, Asia, and Bithynia, chosen / according to the foreknowledge of God the Father and sanctified by the Spirit for obedience to Jesus Christ and sprinkling by His blood: Grace and peace be yours in abundance.

2 Peter 1:1-2
Simon Peter, a servant and apostle of Jesus Christ, To those who through the righteousness of our God and Savior Jesus Christ have received a faith as precious as ours: / Grace and peace be multiplied to you through the knowledge of God and of Jesus our Lord.

James 1:1
James, a servant of God and of the Lord Jesus Christ, To the twelve tribes of the Dispersion: Greetings.


Treasury of Scripture

Paul, and Silvanus, and Timotheus, to the church of the Thessalonians in God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ:

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2 Corinthians 1:19
For the Son of God, Jesus Christ, who was preached among you by us, even by me and Silvanus and Timotheus, was not yea and nay, but in him was yea.

1 Thessalonians 1:1
Paul, and Silvanus, and Timotheus, unto the church of the Thessalonians which is in God the Father and in the Lord Jesus Christ: Grace be unto you, and peace, from God our Father, and the Lord Jesus Christ.

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2 Thessalonians 1
1. Paul certifies the Thessalonians of the good opinion which he had of their faith, love, and patience;
11. and therewithal uses various reasons for the comforting of them in persecution.














Paul, Silvanus, and Timothy
This greeting identifies the authors of the letter. Paul, formerly Saul of Tarsus, is a key figure in the early Christian church, known for his missionary journeys and epistles. Silvanus, also known as Silas, was a leader in the early church and a companion of Paul on his second missionary journey (Acts 15:40). Timothy, a young pastor and protégé of Paul, was highly regarded for his faith and leadership (1 Timothy 1:2). The inclusion of these three names highlights the collaborative nature of early Christian ministry and the importance of mentorship and partnership in spreading the Gospel.

To the church of the Thessalonians
The recipients of this letter are the believers in Thessalonica, a city in Macedonia. Thessalonica was a significant urban center in the Roman Empire, strategically located on the Via Egnatia, a major trade route. The church was founded by Paul during his second missionary journey (Acts 17:1-4). Despite facing persecution, the Thessalonian believers were known for their faith and love (1 Thessalonians 1:3). This phrase underscores the communal aspect of the early church, emphasizing the collective identity of believers as part of the body of Christ.

in God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ
This phrase establishes the theological foundation of the church's identity. The use of "in God our Father" signifies a personal and intimate relationship with God, highlighting the familial aspect of the Christian faith. The inclusion of "the Lord Jesus Christ" affirms the divinity and lordship of Jesus, central tenets of Christian doctrine. This dual reference to God the Father and Jesus Christ reflects the early church's understanding of the Trinity and the unity of the Godhead. It also serves as a reminder of the believers' spiritual position and security in their relationship with God through Christ.

Persons / Places / Events
1. Paul
The apostle Paul, formerly known as Saul of Tarsus, is the primary author of this letter. He is a key figure in the early Christian church, known for his missionary journeys and epistles.

2. Silvanus
Also known as Silas, he was a leader in the early church and a companion of Paul on his missionary journeys. He played a significant role in the spread of the Gospel.

3. Timothy
A young pastor and close associate of Paul, Timothy is known for his leadership in the early church and his pastoral letters from Paul.

4. The Church of the Thessalonians
This refers to the Christian community in Thessalonica, a city in Macedonia. The church was founded by Paul during his second missionary journey.

5. God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ
This phrase emphasizes the divine authority and unity of God the Father and Jesus Christ, central to Christian belief.
Teaching Points
The Importance of Christian Fellowship
Paul, Silvanus, and Timothy demonstrate the value of working together in ministry. Christians are encouraged to seek and maintain strong relationships within the body of Christ.

Acknowledging Spiritual Authority
The greeting emphasizes the authority of God the Father and the Lord Jesus Christ, reminding believers to submit to divine authority in their lives.

Consistency in Faith and Practice
Paul's consistent greetings across his letters show the importance of maintaining a steadfast faith and practice, rooted in the teachings of Christ.

The Role of Leadership in the Church
The mention of Paul, Silvanus, and Timothy highlights the importance of leadership and mentorship in the church, encouraging believers to both lead and be led in their spiritual journeys.

Unity in Diversity
The collaboration of Paul, Silvanus, and Timothy, each with different backgrounds and gifts, illustrates the beauty of unity in diversity within the church.(1) Paul, and Silvanus, and Timotheus.--The company which despatched the First Epistle is not yet broken up. This proves that the Second Epistle was written before the end of the second missionary journey, for after that time we do not read of Silvanus being in the company of St. Paul. The salutation is precisely the same as in the First Epistle, save for the last clause of 2Thessalonians 1:2, which is wrongly added in that place, but stands rightly here.

Verses 1, 2. - Paul, and Silvanus, and Timotheus. This Epistle, like the former, is written in their conjoint names, as all three were engaged in the planting of the Church in Thessalonica. Unto the Church of the Thessalonians in God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ: grace unto you, and peace, from God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ. (For the exposition of these two verses, see remarks on 1 Thessalonians 1:1, where the address and salutation are almost entirely the same.)

Parallel Commentaries ...


Greek
Paul,
Παῦλος (Paulos)
Noun - Nominative Masculine Singular
Strong's 3972: Paul, Paulus. Of Latin origin; Paulus, the name of a Roman and of an apostle.

Silvanus,
Σιλουανὸς (Silouanos)
Noun - Nominative Masculine Singular
Strong's 4610: Silvanus, a Roman citizen and a helper of Paul. Of Latin origin; 'silvan'; Silvanus, a Christian.

and
καὶ (kai)
Conjunction
Strong's 2532: And, even, also, namely.

Timothy,
Τιμόθεος (Timotheos)
Noun - Nominative Masculine Singular
Strong's 5095: Timothy, a Christian of Lystra, helper of Paul. From time and theos; dear to God; Timotheus, a Christian.

To the
Τῇ (Tē)
Article - Dative Feminine Singular
Strong's 3588: The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the.

church
ἐκκλησίᾳ (ekklēsia)
Noun - Dative Feminine Singular
Strong's 1577: From a compound of ek and a derivative of kaleo; a calling out, i.e. a popular meeting, especially a religious congregation.

of [the] Thessalonians
Θεσσαλονικέων (Thessalonikeōn)
Noun - Genitive Masculine Plural
Strong's 2331: A Thessalonian. From Thessalonike; a Thessalonican, i.e. Inhabitant of Thessalonice.

in
ἐν (en)
Preposition
Strong's 1722: In, on, among. A primary preposition denoting position, and instrumentality, i.e. A relation of rest; 'in, ' at, on, by, etc.

God
Θεῷ (Theō)
Noun - Dative Masculine Singular
Strong's 2316: A deity, especially the supreme Divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; by Hebraism, very.

our
ἡμῶν (hēmōn)
Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Genitive 1st Person Plural
Strong's 1473: I, the first-person pronoun. A primary pronoun of the first person I.

Father
Πατρὶ (Patri)
Noun - Dative Masculine Singular
Strong's 3962: Father, (Heavenly) Father, ancestor, elder, senior. Apparently a primary word; a 'father'.

and
καὶ (kai)
Conjunction
Strong's 2532: And, even, also, namely.

the Lord
Κυρίῳ (Kyriō)
Noun - Dative Masculine Singular
Strong's 2962: Lord, master, sir; the Lord. From kuros; supreme in authority, i.e. controller; by implication, Master.

Jesus
Ἰησοῦ (Iēsou)
Noun - Dative Masculine Singular
Strong's 2424: Of Hebrew origin; Jesus, the name of our Lord and two other Israelites.

Christ:
Χριστῷ (Christō)
Noun - Dative Masculine Singular
Strong's 5547: Anointed One; the Messiah, the Christ. From chrio; Anointed One, i.e. The Messiah, an epithet of Jesus.


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