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Time Written:

A.D. 50–51, likely written from Corinth during Paul’s second missionary journey.

Historical Context:

Paul wrote to the church in Thessalonica to encourage believers facing persecution and to clarify teachings about Jesus’ second coming. Thessalonica was a strategic city on the Roman trade route, making it an influential center for spreading the Gospel.

Main Message:

Paul commends the Thessalonians for their faith, love, and hope, encouraging them to live holy lives while awaiting Christ’s return. The letter addresses questions about the resurrection and the Day of the Lord.

Fun Fact: i Thessalonians contains the earliest written mention of Jesus’ second coming.