The Second Epistle of Paul to the Thessalonians, often referred to simply as Second Thessalonians, is a work of the New Testament of the Christian Bible. The author is Paul the Apostle, and it is addressed to the church in Thessalonica, Greece. The main theme of Second Thessalonians is the coming of the Day of the Lord. Paul encourages the Thessalonians to remain steadfast in their faith and to be prepared for the coming of the Lord. He also warns them against false teachings and encourages them to remain faithful to the gospel. Paul also addresses the issue of idleness among the Thessalonians, urging them to work hard and to be productive members of society. He also encourages them to be patient and to wait for the Lord's return. Second Thessalonians is a short book, consisting of only three chapters. It is the second of two letters written by Paul to the Thessalonians, the first being First Thessalonians.
By Paul · First published 5 · Genre: Religious Text, Epistolary, Historical · 3 chapters