New Testament
Book of 2 Thessalonians
Some in Thessalonica believed Christ's return had already come, or had stopped working. Paul corrects the confusion, encourages those under pressure, and tells everyone to keep doing good.
At a glance
2 Thessalonians key facts
- Testament
- New Testament
- Chapters
- 3
- Author
- Paul, writing with Silas and Timothy
- When it was written
- Around AD 51 to 52, from Corinth
- Main theme
- Stand firm and keep working until the Lord returns
- Key verse
- 2 Thessalonians 3:3
Summary
What is 2 Thessalonians about?
Some in Thessalonica believed Christ's return had already come, or had stopped working. Paul corrects the confusion, encourages those under pressure, and tells everyone to keep doing good.
Key verse
A key verse in 2 Thessalonians
“But the Lord is faithful, who shall establish you, and keep you from evil.”
3 chapters
2 Thessalonians chapters
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Questions
2 Thessalonians: common questions
Who wrote the book of 2 Thessalonians?
Paul, writing with Silas and Timothy.
When was 2 Thessalonians written?
Around AD 51 to 52, from Corinth.
What is the book of 2 Thessalonians about?
Some in Thessalonica believed Christ's return had already come, or had stopped working. Paul corrects the confusion, encourages those under pressure, and tells everyone to keep doing good.
How many chapters are in 2 Thessalonians?
2 Thessalonians has 3 chapters, in the New Testament.
What is a key verse in 2 Thessalonians?
2 Thessalonians 3:3: “But the Lord is faithful, who shall establish you, and keep you from evil.” (KJV).
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