Who wrote 2 Thessalonians:
While scholars nearly unanimously agree Paul, with the assistance of Silas and Timothy, wrote 1 Thessalonians, the same cannot be said about 2 Thessalonians. Many critical scholars point to the writing style, vocabulary, and structure of 2 Thessalonians as evidence the book is a forgery, dated shortly after the end of the first century.
Oddly enough, scholars do not suggest the writing [continue reading...]
When was Exodus written:
Of the books of the Pentateuch (Genesis, Exodus, Leviticus, Numbers, Deuteronomy) the most controversial book regarding authorship and the time period in which it was written is the book of Exodus. Some critical scholars have identified “moral contradictions” within the laws of Exodus. To some, this suggests book of Exodus was written at a different time and by a different autho [continue reading...]
Who wrote 1 Timothy:
1 Timothy, 2 Timothy, and Titus, are collectively known as the Pastoral Epistles. Twice Paul was imprisoned in Rome: the first between 60-63 A.D., the Second between 67-68 A.D. During Paul’s first imprisonment he wrote 1 Timothy, after being released he wrote Titus. During Paul’s second imprisonment in Rome he wrote 2 Timothy. Paul was then beheaded.
The letters Paul wrote to Timo [continue reading...]
Who wrote Genesis:
While the Author of Genesis is not explained within the book, we can assume the author of Genesis also wrote the rest of the Pentateuch (Genesis, Exodus, Leviticus, Numbers, and Deuteronomy). Evidence for only one author comes from the similar theme, plot, and style of the books of the Pentateuch. According to Jewish and Christian tradition, Moses is identified as the author of the Pentateuch [continue reading...]
Who wrote 2 Timothy:
2 Timothy was the last letter ever written by Paul. From 60 to 63 A.D. Paul was imprisoned in Rome. During this time, Paul wrote his first letter to Timothy; called 1 Timothy. In the letter Paul gave instructions on how to carry on his ministry. Paul was released in 63 A.D. when his Jewish accusers failed to show to court.
In 64 A.D. a fire swept through Rome, destroying a large portion of the [continue reading...]
Who wrote Exodus:
The Book of Exodus is central to the Jewish faith, and by extension the Christian faith. Within Exodus one can find many of the events that today define Jewish tradition and beliefs. These events include: The 10 Plagues of Egypt, the Exodus from Egypt (for which the book is named), the 10 Commandments, and the establishment of God’s covenant with Israel.
Exodus is one of five books called th [continue reading...]
Who wrote Leviticus:
Like the rest of the Pentateuch (Genesis, Exodus, Leviticus, Numbers, and Deuteronomy), the issue of who wrote Leviticus is debated among scholars. While most scholars believe Moses is the author of most of the Pentateuch, including Leviticus, many suggest parts may have been added after the death of Moses.
Whether or not parts were added at a later time is irrelevant when considering most [continue reading...]
Who wrote Titus:
Titus, 1 Timothy, and 2 Timothyare collectively known as the Pastoral Epistles. Twice Paul was imprisoned in Rome: the first between 60-63 A.D., the Second between 67-68 A.D. During Paul’s first imprisonment he wrote 1 Timothy, after being released he wrote Titus. During Paul’s second imprisonment in Rome he wrote 2 Timothy. Paul was then beheaded.
Titus was Paul’s crisis manage [continue reading...]
Who wrote Deuteronomy:
Deuteronomy, the last book of the Pentateuch (Genesis, Exodus, Leviticus, Numbers, and Deuteronomy), is believed to have been written by Moses. According to Jewish and Christian tradition, Moses wrote the Pentateuch during the Exodus from Egypt.
Most scholars believe additions were made to the Pentateuch following the death of Moses, such as the account of Moses’ death. Many Christia [continue reading...]
Who wrote Philemon:
During Paul’s imprisonment in Rome between 60-63 A.D. he was briefly imprisoned with Onesimus, an escaped slave. Onesimus’ master was Philemon, a well known Christian leader. During his imprisonment with Paul, Onesimus converted to Christianity.
Upon Onesimus’ release from prison, Paul wrote a letter to Philemon reminding him not to treat anyone as a slave.
Perhaps the reason h [continue reading...]