It is also called Timothy, Paul's letter, or the Apostle Paul's letter to Timothy, or Pastoral Epistles.
These are two letters belonging to the [New Testament] that Paul sent to Timothy, his most faithful collaborator.
From the end of the 18th century, it was called the Pastoral Letter along with [Letter to Titus].
This is because all three letters mainly dealt with the issue of church administration and the spread of heresy.
The interpretation depends on who actually wrote it.
In general, Roman Catholic commentators still claim that Paul is the author, and consequently see this letter as a source of information about the life and thoughts of the apostles.
In general, Protestant commentators are convinced that it must have been written by someone else because the style is different from Paul's expression.
It is helpful for studying the English Bible.
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These are two letters belonging to the [New Testament] that Paul sent to Timothy, his most faithful collaborator.
From the end of the 18th century, it was called the Pastoral Letter along with [Letter to Titus].
This is because all three letters mainly dealt with the issue of church administration and the spread of heresy.
The interpretation depends on who actually wrote it.
In general, Roman Catholic commentators still claim that Paul is the author, and consequently see this letter as a source of information about the life and thoughts of the apostles.
In general, Protestant commentators are convinced that it must have been written by someone else because the style is different from Paul's expression.
It is helpful for studying the English Bible.
You can share the content with others by KakaoTalk or text message.
We do not request any personal information.
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