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We are writing to the church in Thessalonica, to you who belong to God the Father and the Lord Jesus Christ. May God give you grace and peace. <a href="/esv/1_thessalonians/1.htm">English Standard Version</a> Paul, Silvanus, and Timothy, To the church of the Thessalonians in God the Father and the Lord Jesus Christ: Grace to you and peace. <a href="/bsb/1_thessalonians/1.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a> Paul, Silvanus, and Timothy, To the church of the Thessalonians in God the Father and the Lord Jesus Christ: Grace and peace to you. <a href="/blb/1_thessalonians/1.htm">Berean Literal Bible</a> Paul and Silvanus and Timothy, To the church of the Thessalonians in God the Father and the Lord Jesus Christ: Grace to you and peace. <a href="/kjv/1_thessalonians/1.htm">King James Bible</a> Paul, and Silvanus, and Timotheus, unto the church of the Thessalonians which is in God the Father and in the Lord Jesus Christ: Grace be unto you, and peace, from God our Father, and the Lord Jesus Christ. <a href="/nkjv/1_thessalonians/1.htm">New King James Version</a> Paul, Silvanus, and Timothy, To the church of the Thessalonians in God the Father and the Lord Jesus Christ: Grace to you and peace from God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ. <a href="/nasb_/1_thessalonians/1.htm">New American Standard Bible</a> Paul, Silvanus, and Timothy, To the church of the Thessalonians in God the Father and the Lord Jesus Christ: Grace to you and peace. <a href="/nasb/1_thessalonians/1.htm">NASB 1995</a> Paul and Silvanus and Timothy, To the church of the Thessalonians in God the Father and the Lord Jesus Christ: Grace to you and peace. <a href="/nasb77/1_thessalonians/1.htm">NASB 1977 </a> Paul and Silvanus and Timothy to the church of the Thessalonians in God the Father and the Lord Jesus Christ: Grace to you and peace. <a href="/lsb/1_thessalonians/1.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a> Paul and Silvanus and Timothy, To the church of the Thessalonians in God the Father and the Lord Jesus Christ: Grace to you and peace. <a href="/amp/1_thessalonians/1.htm">Amplified Bible</a> Paul, Silvanus (Silas), and Timothy, To the church of the Thessalonians in God the Father and the Lord Jesus Christ: Grace to you and peace [inner calm and spiritual well-being from God]. <a href="/csb/1_thessalonians/1.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a> Paul, Silvanus, and Timothy: To the church of the Thessalonians in God the Father and the Lord Jesus Christ. Grace to you and peace. <a href="/hcsb/1_thessalonians/1.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a> Paul, Silvanus, and Timothy: To the church of the Thessalonians in God the Father and the Lord Jesus Christ. Grace to you and peace. <a href="/asv/1_thessalonians/1.htm">American Standard Version</a> Paul, and Silvanus, and Timothy, unto the church of the Thessalonians in God the Father and the Lord Jesus Christ: Grace to you and peace. <a href="/cev/1_thessalonians/1.htm">Contemporary English Version</a> From Paul, Silas, and Timothy. To the church in Thessalonica, the people of God the Father and of the Lord Jesus Christ. I pray that God will be kind to you and will bless you with peace! <a href="/erv/1_thessalonians/1.htm">English Revised Version</a> Paul, and Silvanus, and Timothy, unto the church of the Thessalonians in God the Father and the Lord Jesus Christ: Grace to you and peace. <a href="/gwt/1_thessalonians/1.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a> From Paul, Silas, and Timothy. To the church at Thessalonica united with God the Father and the Lord Jesus Christ. Good will and peace are yours! <a href="/gnt/1_thessalonians/1.htm">Good News Translation</a> From Paul, Silas, and Timothy--To the people of the church in Thessalonica, who belong to God the Father and the Lord Jesus Christ: May grace and peace be yours. <a href="/isv/1_thessalonians/1.htm">International Standard Version</a> From: Paul, Silvanus, and Timothy. To: The church of the Thessalonians in union with God the Father and the Lord Jesus, the Messiah. May grace and peace from God our Father and the Lord Jesus, the Messiah, be yours! <a href="/msb/1_thessalonians/1.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a> Paul, Silvanus, and Timothy, To the church of the Thessalonians in God the Father and the Lord Jesus Christ: Grace and peace to you from God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ. <a href="/net/1_thessalonians/1.htm">NET Bible</a> From Paul and Silvanus and Timothy, to the church of the Thessalonians in God the Father and the Lord Jesus Christ. Grace and peace to you! <a href="/nheb/1_thessalonians/1.htm">New Heart English Bible</a> Paul, Silvanus, and Timothy, to the church of the Thessalonians in God the Father and the Lord Jesus Christ: Grace to you and peace. <a href="/wbt/1_thessalonians/1.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a> Paul, and Silvanus, and Timothy, to the church of the Thessalonians which is in God the Father, and in the Lord Jesus Christ: Grace be to you, and peace, from God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ. <a href="/wey/1_thessalonians/1.htm">Weymouth New Testament</a> Paul, Silas, and Timothy: To the Church of the Thessalonians which is in God the Father and the Lord Jesus Christ. May grace and peace be granted to you. <a href="/web/1_thessalonians/1.htm">World English Bible</a> Paul, Silvanus, and Timothy, to the assembly of the Thessalonians in God the Father and the Lord Jesus Christ: Grace to you and peace from God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ. <div class="vheading2">Literal Translations</div><a href="/lsv/1_thessalonians/1.htm">Literal Standard Version</a> Paul, and Silvanus, and Timotheus, to the assembly of Thessalonians in God the Father and the Lord Jesus Christ: Grace to you and peace from God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ! <a href="/blb/1_thessalonians/1.htm">Berean Literal Bible</a> Paul and Silvanus and Timothy, To the church of the Thessalonians in God the Father and the Lord Jesus Christ: Grace to you and peace. <a href="/ylt/1_thessalonians/1.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a> Paul, and Silvanus, and Timotheus, to the assembly of Thessalonians in God the Father, and the Lord Jesus Christ: Grace to you, and peace, from God our Father, and the Lord Jesus Christ! <a href="/slt/1_thessalonians/1.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a> Paul, and Silvanus, and Timothy, to the church of the Thessalonians in God the Father and the Lord Jesus Christ: Grace to you, and peace, from God our Father, and the Lord Jesus Christ.<div class="vheading2">Catholic Translations</div><a href="/drb/1_thessalonians/1.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a> Paul and Sylvanus and Timothy: to the church of the Thessalonians, in God the Father, and in the Lord Jesus Christ. <a href="/cpdv/1_thessalonians/1.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a> Paul and Sylvanus and Timothy, to the church of the Thessalonians, in God the Father and the Lord Jesus Christ. <a href="/nabre/1_thessalonians/1.htm">New American Bible</a> Paul, Silvanus, and Timothy to the church of the Thessalonians in God the Father and the Lord Jesus Christ: grace to you and peace. <a href="/nrsvce/1_thessalonians/1.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a> Paul, Silvanus, and Timothy, To the church of the Thessalonians in God the Father and the Lord Jesus Christ: Grace to you and peace.<div class="vheading2">Translations from Aramaic</div><a href="/lamsa/1_thessalonians/1.htm">Lamsa Bible</a> PAUL, and Sil-va’nus, and Ti-mo’theus, unto the church of the Thes-salo’ni- ans which is in God the Father and in our LORD Jesus Christ: Grace be unto you and peace, from God our Father, and the LORD Jesus Christ. <a href="/aramaic-plain-english/1_thessalonians/1.htm">Aramaic Bible in Plain English</a> Paulus and Sylvanus and Timotheus to the church of Thessaloniqa in God The Father and in our Lord Yeshua The Messiah. Grace be with you and peace.<div class="vheading2">NT Translations</div><a href="/anderson/1_thessalonians/1.htm">Anderson New Testament</a> PAUL and Sylvanus and Timothy to the church of the Thessalonians, which is in God the Father and in the Lord Jesus Christ: grace be to you, and peace from God our Father, and the Lord Jesus Christ.<CM> <a href="/godbey/1_thessalonians/1.htm">Godbey New Testament</a> Paul, and Silvanus, and Timothy, to the church of the Thessalonians in God the Father and the Lord Jesus Christ. Grace to you and peace. <a href="/haweis/1_thessalonians/1.htm">Haweis New Testament</a> PAUL, and Silvanus, and Timothy, to the church of the Thessalonians in God the Father, and in the Lord Jesus Christ: grace unto you, and peace from God our Father, and the Lord Jesus Christ. <a href="/mace/1_thessalonians/1.htm">Mace New Testament</a> Paul, Silvanus, and Timothy to the church of the Thessalonians, who believe in God the father, and in our Lord Jesus Christ, grace and peace be with you from God our father, and from Jesus Christ our Lord. <a href="/wey/1_thessalonians/1.htm">Weymouth New Testament</a> Paul, Silas, and Timothy: To the Church of the Thessalonians which is in God the Father and the Lord Jesus Christ. May grace and peace be granted to you. <a href="/worrell/1_thessalonians/1.htm">Worrell New Testament</a> Paul, and Sylvanus, and Timothy, to the assembly of Thessalonians in God the Father, and the Lord Jesus Christ: grace to you, and peace. <a href="/worsley/1_thessalonians/1.htm">Worsley New Testament</a> <bld>Paul</bld> and Silvanus and Timothy to the church of the Thessalonians in God the Father, and in the Lord Jesus Christ. Grace be to you, and peace from God our Father, and from the Lord Jesus Christ. <a href="/parallel/1_thessalonians/1-1.htm">Additional Translations ...</a></div></div></div><div id="centbox"><div class="padcent"><a name="audio" id="audio"></a><div class="vheadingv">Audio Bible</div><iframe width="100%" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/sgDUoqNjFio?start=0" title="YouTube video player" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen></iframe> <div class="vheadingv">Context</div><a href="/bsb/1_thessalonians/1.htm">Greetings to the Thessalonians</a> 1<a href="/greek/3972.htm" title="3972: Paulos (N-NMS) -- Paul, Paulus. Of Latin origin; Paulus, the name of a Roman and of an apostle.">Paul,</a> <a href="/greek/2532.htm" title="2532: kai (Conj) -- And, even, also, namely. "></a> <a href="/greek/4610.htm" title="4610: Silouanos (N-NMS) -- Silvanus, a Roman citizen and a helper of Paul. Of Latin origin; silvan; Silvanus, a Christian.">Silvanus,</a> <a href="/greek/2532.htm" title="2532: kai (Conj) -- And, even, also, namely. ">and</a> <a href="/greek/5095.htm" title="5095: Timotheos (N-NMS) -- Timothy, a Christian of Lystra, helper of Paul. From time and theos; dear to God; Timotheus, a Christian.">Timothy,</a> <a href="/greek/3588.htm" title="3588: Tē (Art-DFS) -- The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the.">To the</a> <a href="/greek/1577.htm" title="1577: ekklēsia (N-DFS) -- From a compound of ek and a derivative of kaleo; a calling out, i.e. a popular meeting, especially a religious congregation.">church</a> <a href="/greek/2331.htm" title="2331: Thessalonikeōn (N-GMP) -- A Thessalonian. From Thessalonike; a Thessalonican, i.e. Inhabitant of Thessalonice.">of the Thessalonians</a> <a href="/greek/1722.htm" title="1722: en (Prep) -- In, on, among. A primary preposition denoting position, and instrumentality, i.e. A relation of rest; in, at, on, by, etc.">in</a> <a href="/greek/2316.htm" title="2316: Theō (N-DMS) -- A deity, especially the supreme Divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; by Hebraism, very.">God</a> <a href="/greek/3962.htm" title="3962: Patri (N-DMS) -- Father, (Heavenly) Father, ancestor, elder, senior. Apparently a primary word; a father.">the Father</a> <a href="/greek/2532.htm" title="2532: kai (Conj) -- And, even, also, namely. ">and</a> <a href="/greek/2962.htm" title="2962: Kyriō (N-DMS) -- Lord, master, sir; the Lord. From kuros; supreme in authority, i.e. controller; by implication, Master.">the Lord</a> <a href="/greek/2424.htm" title="2424: Iēsou (N-DMS) -- Of Hebrew origin; Jesus, the name of our Lord and two other Israelites.">Jesus</a> <a href="/greek/5547.htm" title="5547: Christō (N-DMS) -- Anointed One; the Messiah, the Christ. From chrio; Anointed One, i.e. The Messiah, an epithet of Jesus.">Christ:</a> <a href="/greek/5485.htm" title="5485: Charis (N-NFS) -- From chairo; graciousness, of manner or act.">Grace</a> <a href="/greek/2532.htm" title="2532: kai (Conj) -- And, even, also, namely. ">and</a> <a href="/greek/1515.htm" title="1515: eirēnē (N-NFS) -- Probably from a primary verb eiro; peace; by implication, prosperity.">peace</a> <a href="/greek/4771.htm" title="4771: hymin (PPro-D2P) -- You. The person pronoun of the second person singular; thou.">to you.</a> 2We always thank God for all of you, remembering you in our prayers…<div class="cred"><a href="//berean.bible">Berean Standard Bible</a> · <a href="//berean.bible/downloads.htm">Download</a></div> <a name="crossref" id="crossref"></a><div class="vheading">Cross References</div><div id="crf"><a href="/acts/17-1.htm">Acts 17:1-9</a> When they had passed through Amphipolis and Apollonia, they came to Thessalonica, where there was a Jewish synagogue. / As was his custom, Paul went into the synagogue, and on three Sabbaths he reasoned with them from the Scriptures, / explaining and proving that the Christ had to suffer and rise from the dead. “This Jesus I am proclaiming to you is the Christ,” he declared. ... <a href="/2_thessalonians/1-1.htm">2 Thessalonians 1:1</a> Paul, Silvanus, and Timothy, To the church of the Thessalonians in God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ: <a href="/philippians/1-1.htm">Philippians 1:1</a> Paul and Timothy, servants of Christ Jesus, To all the saints in Christ Jesus at Philippi, together with the overseers and deacons: <a href="/1_corinthians/1-1.htm">1 Corinthians 1:1-3</a> Paul, called to be an apostle of Christ Jesus by the will of God, and our brother Sosthenes, / To the church of God in Corinth, to those sanctified in Christ Jesus and called to be holy, together with all those everywhere who call on the name of our Lord Jesus Christ, their Lord and ours: / Grace and peace to you from God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ. <a href="/colossians/1-1.htm">Colossians 1:1-2</a> Paul, an apostle of Christ Jesus by the will of God, and Timothy our brother, / To the saints and faithful brothers in Christ at Colossae: Grace and peace to you from God our Father. <a href="/romans/1-7.htm">Romans 1:7</a> To all in Rome who are loved by God and called to be saints: Grace and peace to you from God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ. <a href="/2_corinthians/1-1.htm">2 Corinthians 1:1-2</a> Paul, an apostle of Christ Jesus by the will of God, and Timothy our brother, To the church of God in Corinth, together with all the saints throughout Achaia: / Grace and peace to you from God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ. <a href="/galatians/1-1.htm">Galatians 1:1-2</a> Paul, an apostle—sent not from men nor by man, but by Jesus Christ and God the Father, who raised Him from the dead— / and all the brothers with me, To the churches of Galatia: <a href="/ephesians/1-1.htm">Ephesians 1:1-2</a> Paul, an apostle of Christ Jesus by the will of God, To the saints in Ephesus, the faithful in Christ Jesus: / Grace and peace to you from God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ. <a href="/1_peter/1-1.htm">1 Peter 1:1-2</a> Peter, an apostle of Jesus Christ, To the elect who are exiles of the Dispersion throughout Pontus, Galatia, Cappadocia, Asia, and Bithynia, chosen / according to the foreknowledge of God the Father and sanctified by the Spirit for obedience to Jesus Christ and sprinkling by His blood: Grace and peace be yours in abundance. <a href="/acts/18-5.htm">Acts 18:5</a> And when Silas and Timothy came down from Macedonia, Paul devoted himself fully to the word, testifying to the Jews that Jesus is the Christ. <a href="/acts/16-1.htm">Acts 16:1-3</a> Paul came to Derbe and then to Lystra, where he found a disciple named Timothy, the son of a believing Jewish woman and a Greek father. / The brothers in Lystra and Iconium spoke well of him. / Paul wanted Timothy to accompany him, so he took him and circumcised him on account of the Jews in that area, for they all knew that his father was a Greek. <a href="/acts/15-22.htm">Acts 15:22</a> Then the apostles and elders, with the whole church, decided to select men from among them to send to Antioch with Paul and Barnabas. They chose Judas called Barsabbas and Silas, two leaders among the brothers, <a href="/acts/15-40.htm">Acts 15:40</a> but Paul chose Silas and left, commended by the brothers to the grace of the Lord. <a href="/acts/20-4.htm">Acts 20:4</a> Paul was accompanied by Sopater son of Pyrrhus from Berea, Aristarchus and Secundus from Thessalonica, Gaius from Derbe, Timothy, and Tychicus and Trophimus from the province of Asia.</div> <a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div>Paul, and Silvanus, and Timotheus, to the church of the Thessalonians which is in God the Father and in the Lord Jesus Christ: Grace be to you, and peace, from God our Father, and the Lord Jesus Christ.Silvanus.<a href="/acts/15-27.htm">Acts 15:27,32,34,40</a> We have sent therefore Judas and Silas, who shall also tell you the same things by mouth… <a href="/acts/16-19.htm">Acts 16:19,25,29</a> And when her masters saw that the hope of their gains was gone, they caught Paul and Silas, and drew them into the marketplace unto the rulers, … <a href="/acts/17-4.htm">Acts 17:4,15</a> And some of them believed, and consorted with Paul and Silas; and of the devout Greeks a great multitude, and of the chief women not a few… Silas.<a href="/2_corinthians/1-19.htm">2 Corinthians 1:19</a> For the Son of God, Jesus Christ, who was preached among you by us, even by me and Silvanus and Timotheus, was not yea and nay, but in him was yea.<a href="/2_thessalonians/1-1.htm">2 Thessalonians 1:1</a> Paul, and Silvanus, and Timotheus, unto the church of the Thessalonians in God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ:<a href="/1_peter/5-12.htm">1 Peter 5:12</a> By Silvanus, a faithful brother unto you, as I suppose, I have written briefly, exhorting, and testifying that this is the true grace of God wherein ye stand.Timotheus.<a href="/acts/16-1.htm">Acts 16:1-3</a> Then came he to Derbe and Lystra: and, behold, a certain disciple was there, named Timotheus, the son of a certain woman, which was a Jewess, and believed; but his father was a Greek: … <a href="/acts/17-14.htm">Acts 17:14,15</a> And then immediately the brethren sent away Paul to go as it were to the sea: but Silas and Timotheus abode there still… <a href="/acts/18-5.htm">Acts 18:5</a> And when Silas and Timotheus were come from Macedonia, Paul was pressed in the spirit, and testified to the Jews that Jesus was Christ.unto the.<a href="/1_corinthians/1-2.htm">1 Corinthians 1:2</a> Unto the church of God which is at Corinth, to them that are sanctified in Christ Jesus, called to be saints, with all that in every place call upon the name of Jesus Christ our Lord, both theirs and ours:<a href="/galatians/1-2.htm">Galatians 1:2</a> And all the brethren which are with me, unto the churches of Galatia:Thessalonians.<a href="/acts/17-1.htm">Acts 17:1-9,11,13</a> Now when they had passed through Amphipolis and Apollonia, they came to Thessalonica, where was a synagogue of the Jews: … in God.<a href="/galatians/1-22.htm">Galatians 1:22</a> And was unknown by face unto the churches of Judaea which were in Christ:<a href="/2_thessalonians/1-1.htm">2 Thessalonians 1:1</a> Paul, and Silvanus, and Timotheus, unto the church of the Thessalonians in God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ:<div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/colossians/4-16.htm">Assembly</a> <a href="/colossians/4-12.htm">Christ</a> <a href="/colossians/4-16.htm">Church</a> <a href="/colossians/4-18.htm">Grace</a> <a href="/colossians/1-2.htm">Granted</a> <a href="/colossians/4-12.htm">Jesus</a> <a href="/colossians/4-18.htm">Paul</a> <a href="/colossians/3-15.htm">Peace</a> <a href="/2_corinthians/1-19.htm">Silas</a> <a href="/2_corinthians/1-19.htm">Silvanus</a> <a href="/2_corinthians/1-19.htm">Silva'nus</a> <a href="/acts/20-4.htm">Thessalonians</a> <a href="/acts/20-4.htm">Thessalo'nians</a> <a href="/colossians/1-1.htm">Timotheus</a> <a href="/colossians/1-1.htm">Timothy</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/2_thessalonians/1-1.htm">Assembly</a> <a href="/1_thessalonians/1-3.htm">Christ</a> <a href="/2_thessalonians/1-1.htm">Church</a> <a href="/1_thessalonians/5-28.htm">Grace</a> <a href="/2_thessalonians/1-2.htm">Granted</a> <a href="/1_thessalonians/1-3.htm">Jesus</a> <a href="/1_thessalonians/2-18.htm">Paul</a> <a href="/1_thessalonians/4-11.htm">Peace</a> <a href="/2_thessalonians/1-1.htm">Silas</a> <a href="/2_thessalonians/1-1.htm">Silvanus</a> <a href="/2_thessalonians/1-1.htm">Silva'nus</a> <a href="/2_thessalonians/1-1.htm">Thessalonians</a> <a href="/2_thessalonians/1-1.htm">Thessalo'nians</a> <a href="/1_thessalonians/3-2.htm">Timotheus</a> <a href="/1_thessalonians/3-2.htm">Timothy</a><div class="vheading2">1 Thessalonians 1</div>1. <a href="/1_thessalonians/1-1.htm">The Thessalonians are told both how mindful of them Paul was in thanksgiving, and prayer;</a> 5. <a href="/1_thessalonians/1-5.htm">and also how well he was persuaded of the truth and sincerity of their faith and conversion to God.</a> </div></div><div id="mdd"><div align="center"><div class="bot2"><table align="center" width="100%"><tr><td><div align="center"> <script id="3d27ed63fc4348d5b062c4527ae09445"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=51ce25d5-1a8c-424a-8695-4bd48c750f35&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; 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Paul, formerly Saul of Tarsus, was a Pharisee and a Roman citizen who became a leading apostle after his conversion to Christianity. Silvanus, also known as Silas, was a prominent member of the early church and a companion of Paul on his missionary journeys. Timothy, a young disciple of Paul, was of mixed Jewish and Greek heritage and played a significant role in the early church. The inclusion of these three names highlights the collaborative nature of early Christian ministry and the importance of mentorship and partnership in spreading the Gospel.To the church of the Thessalonians The recipients of the letter are the believers in Thessalonica, a major city in Macedonia. Thessalonica was a bustling trade center and a strategic location for the spread of Christianity. The church there was established by Paul during his second missionary journey, as recorded in <a href="/acts/17.htm">Acts 17:1-9</a>. The Thessalonian church faced persecution from both Jews and Gentiles, which is a recurring theme in the letter. This phrase underscores the idea of a local assembly of believers, united in faith despite external pressures.in God the Father and the Lord Jesus Christ This phrase emphasizes the divine foundation and authority of the church. The believers are not just a social group but are rooted in a relationship with God the Father and the Lord Jesus Christ. This dual reference highlights the early Christian understanding of the Trinity and the deity of Christ. The use of "Lord" for Jesus aligns with Old Testament references to Yahweh, affirming Jesus' divine status. This connection is crucial for understanding the identity and mission of the church as part of God's redemptive plan.Grace and peace to you This common Pauline greeting combines Greek and Hebrew elements, reflecting the diverse cultural background of the early church. "Grace" (charis) was a typical Greek greeting, while "peace" (shalom) was a traditional Jewish salutation. Together, they encapsulate the essence of the Gospel message: the unmerited favor of God and the resulting peace with Him through Jesus Christ. This greeting sets the tone for the letter, reminding the Thessalonians of the spiritual blessings they have received and the unity they share in Christ.<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <a href="/topical/p/paul.htm">Paul</a> The apostle and primary author of the letter, known for his missionary journeys and foundational role in the early church. 2. <a href="/topical/s/silvanus.htm">Silvanus (Silas)</a> A leader in the early church and companion of Paul, known for his role in the missionary journeys and his presence during the founding of the Thessalonian church. 3. <a href="/topical/t/timothy.htm">Timothy</a> A young pastor and close associate of Paul, often sent to churches to provide guidance and support. 4. <a href="/topical/t/thessalonica.htm">Thessalonica</a> A major city in Macedonia, where Paul, Silas, and Timothy established a church during Paul's second missionary journey. 5. <a href="/topical/t/the_church_of_the_thessalonians.htm">The Church of the Thessalonians</a> The body of believers in Thessalonica, recipients of this letter, who were known for their faith and perseverance amidst persecution.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><a href="/topical/t/the_importance_of_team_ministry.htm">The Importance of Team Ministry</a> Paul, Silvanus, and Timothy demonstrate the value of working together in ministry. This partnership highlights the strength found in unity and collaboration within the body of Christ. <a href="/topical/t/the_role_of_apostolic_authority.htm">The Role of Apostolic Authority</a> The greeting establishes the authority of the apostles, reminding us of the importance of respecting and learning from those whom God has placed in leadership. <a href="/topical/g/grace_and_peace_as_foundational_blessings.htm">Grace and Peace as Foundational Blessings</a> The greeting of "grace and peace" is not just a formality but a profound blessing. It reminds believers of the unmerited favor (grace) and the inner tranquility (peace) that come from a relationship with God. <a href="/topical/t/the_centrality_of_god_the_father_and_the_lord_jesus_christ.htm">The Centrality of God the Father and the Lord Jesus Christ</a> The mention of both God the Father and the Lord Jesus Christ emphasizes the centrality of the Trinity in the life of the church and the believer's relationship with God. <a href="/topical/t/the_church's_identity_in_god.htm">The Church's Identity in God</a> The Thessalonian church is described as being "in God the Father and the Lord Jesus Christ," highlighting the believer's identity and security in their relationship with God.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_1_thessalonians_1.htm">Top 10 Lessons from 1 Thessalonians 1</a> <a href="/q/how_to_verify_early_thessalonica_church.htm">(1 Thess 1:1) How do we verify historically or archaeologically that a Christian church actually existed in Thessalonica at this early date? </a> <a href="/q/who_is_the_author_of_1_thessalonians.htm">Who is the author of 1 Thessalonians?</a> <a href="/q/did_paul_truly_write_1_timothy_1.htm">How can we be sure Paul actually wrote 1 Timothy 1 when some scholars question its authorship?</a> <a href="/q/what's_1_thessalonians'_main_message.htm">What is the main message of 1 Thessalonians?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/ellicott/1_thessalonians/1.htm">Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers</a></div>(1) "The founders of the Church of Thessalonica, who have so recently left it, greet the Church in the common Father in whom they are united."Paul, and Silvanus, and Timotheus.--There was no need to add "Apostle" to the name of Paul, in writing to a Church with which his relations were so familiar and so cordial: it is probably omitted for the same reason in the Epistle to the Philippians and in that to Philemon. Some see in the omission a mark of the early date of the letter, before St. Paul had assumed the title; others think he omits it in courtesy to his companions, to whom it could not be given. Both theories are disproved by <a href="/1_thessalonians/2-6.htm" title="Nor of men sought we glory, neither of you, nor yet of others, when we might have been burdensome, as the apostles of Christ.">1Thessalonians 2:6</a>. Silas takes precedence of Timothy (comp. <a href="/context/acts/17-14.htm" title="And then immediately the brothers sent away Paul to go as it were to the sea: but Silas and Timotheus stayed there still.">Acts 17:14-15</a>; <a href="/acts/18-5.htm" title="And when Silas and Timotheus were come from Macedonia, Paul was pressed in the spirit, and testified to the Jews that Jesus was Christ.">Acts 18:5</a>; <a href="/2_thessalonians/1-1.htm" title="Paul, and Silvanus, and Timotheus, to the church of the Thessalonians in God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ:">2Thessalonians 1:1</a>) as a man of higher standing. (See <a href="/acts/15-22.htm" title="Then pleased it the apostles and elders with the whole church, to send chosen men of their own company to Antioch with Paul and Barnabas; namely, Judas surnamed Barsabas and Silas, chief men among the brothers:">Acts 15:22</a>, and <a href="/1_timothy/4-12.htm" title="Let no man despise your youth; but be you an example of the believers, in word, in conversation, in charity, in spirit, in faith, in purity.">1Timothy 4:12</a>.) . . . <div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/1_thessalonians/1.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div>Verse 1. - Paul. He does not call himself "an apostle," not because the Thessalonians were newly converted (Chrysostom), or from tenderness to Silvanus who was not an apostle (Estius), or because his apostolic authority was not yet recognized (Jowett), or because he had merely commenced his apostolic labors (Wordsworth); but because his apostleship had never been called in question by the Thessalonians. For the same reason he omits this title in the Epistle to the Philippians; whereas he strongly insists upon it in his Epistles to the Corinthians and Galatians, because among them there were many opposed to his authority. And Silvanus. The same as the Silas of the Acts. He is mentioned as a chief man among the brethren, and a prophet or inspired teacher (<a href="/acts/15-22.htm">Acts 15:22, 32</a>). His Latin name renders it probable that he was a Hellenistic Jew, and, like Paul, he was a Roman citizen (<a href="/acts/16-37.htm">Acts 16:37</a>). He was sent with Judas Barsabas from Jerusalem, to convey the apostolic decrees to Antioch; and he accompanied Paul instead of Barnabas on his second missionary journey (<a href="/acts/15-40.htm">Acts 15:40</a>). He suffered imprisonment with Paul at Philippi; and was engaged with him in preaching the gospel in Thessalonica, Beraea, and Corinth. His ministry at Corinth is honorably mentioned by Paul in his Second Epistle to the Corinthians (<a href="/2_corinthians/1-9.htm">2 Corinthians 1:9</a>). After this there is no more mention of Silvanus in the Acts, and it is doubtful whether he was the Silvanus by whom the First Epistle of Peter was conveyed to the Churches of Asia (<a href="/1_peter/5-12.htm">1 Peter 5:12</a>). Ancient tradition, erroneously supposing that Silas and Silvanus were different persons, makes Silas the Bishop of Corinth, and Silvanus the Bishop of Thessalonica. And Timotheus. The well-known disciple of Paul. He was a native of Lystra, having a Greek father and a Jewish mother (<a href="/acts/16-1.htm">Acts 16:1</a>). He joined Paul and Silas on their second missionary journey at Lystra, and was with them in Philippi, Thessalonica, and Corinth. He was with Paul on his third missionary journey, and was sent by him on a mission to Macedonia and Corinth (<a href="/acts/19-22.htm">Acts 19:22</a>; <a href="/1_corinthians/16-10.htm">1 Corinthians 16:10</a>), and accompanied him into Asia on his last journey to Jerusalem (<a href="/acts/20-4.htm">Acts 20:4</a>). He was also with Paul during his first Roman imprisonment, when he wrote the Epistles to the Philippians and Colossians (<a href="/philippians/1-1.htm">Philippians 1:1</a>; <a href="/colossians/1-1.htm">Colossians 1:1</a>). Afterwards he resided at Ephesus (<a href="/1_timothy/1-3.htm">1 Timothy 1:3</a>); from which he was recalled to Rome by Paul shortly before his martyrdom (<a href="/2_timothy/4-21.htm">2 Timothy 4:21</a>). The last mention of Timothy is in the Epistle to the Hebrews: "Know ye that our brother Timothy is set at liberty; with whom, if he come shortly, I will see you" (<a href="/hebrews/13-23.htm">Hebrews 13:23</a>). According to ecclesiastical tradition, he became Bishop of Ephesus, and there suffered martyrdom. Silvanus and Timotheus are associated with Paul in his address to the Thessalonians, not to give weight and authority to his Epistle, but because they assisted him in the planting of the Church at Thessalonica, and were now with him at Corinth, when he was writing this Epistle. Silvanus is placed first, because he was the older and had been longer with the apostle, and, as is evident from the Acts, was at this time the more important of the two (<a href="/acts/16-19.htm">Acts 16:19</a>; <a href="/acts/17-4.htm">Acts 17:4</a>). By being included in the address, they are represented as joint authors of the Epistle with Paul, although they were only so in name. It is possible that Paul employed one of them as his amanuensis in writing the Epistle. Unto the Church. The word "Church" denotes a select assembly; here, Christians selected from the world. It does not denote in the New Testament, as with us, a building, but the congregation. In Paul's later Epistles, those addressed are called, not the Church, but saints. Of the Thessalonians. In other Epistles the address is to the city, as Rome, Philippi, Colosse; here it is to the inhabitants. The Church of the Thessalonians was chiefly composed of converted Gentiles, with a small number of converted Jews (see Introduction). Which is; to be omitted, as not being in the original. In God the Father and in the Lord Jesus Christ. The characteristic peculiarity of the Church: they are in God and Christ, that is, in fellowship with them, united to them. "In God the Father" characterizes them as not being heathens; "in the Lord Jesus Christ" characterizes them as not being Jews. Grace be unto you, and peace. The usual apostolic benediction. "Grace" is the Greek and" peace" is the Jewish form of salutation. The Greeks commenced their epistles with wishing grace for those to whom they wrote; and the usual form of salutation among the Jews was Shalom or "peace;" the apostle combines them, thus intimating that both Greeks and Jews are one in Christ Jesus. In the Pastoral Epistles and in the Second Epistle of John the form is "Grace, mercy, and peace" (<a href="/2_john/1-3.htm">2 John 1:3</a>.), and in the Epistle of Jude it is "Mercy, peace, and love" (<a href="/jude/1-2.htm">Jude 1:2</a>). From God the Father, and from the Lord Jesus Christ. These words are wanting in some important manuscripts, and are omitted in the R.V. The preponderance, however, of external authority is in their favor. <a href="/commentaries/1_thessalonians/1-1.htm">Parallel Commentaries ...</a> <a name="lexicon" id="lexicon"></a><div class="vheading">Greek</div>Paul, Παῦλος (Paulos) Noun - Nominative Masculine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_3972.htm">Strong's 3972: </a> Paul, Paulus. Of Latin origin; Paulus, the name of a Roman and of an apostle. Silvanus, Σιλουανὸς (Silouanos) Noun - Nominative Masculine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_4610.htm">Strong's 4610: </a> Silvanus, a Roman citizen and a helper of Paul. Of Latin origin; 'silvan'; Silvanus, a Christian. and καὶ (kai) Conjunction <a href="/greek/strongs_2532.htm">Strong's 2532: </a> And, even, also, namely. Timothy, Τιμόθεος (Timotheos) Noun - Nominative Masculine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_5095.htm">Strong's 5095: </a> Timothy, a Christian of Lystra, helper of Paul. From time and theos; dear to God; Timotheus, a Christian. To the Τῇ (Tē) Article - Dative Feminine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_3588.htm">Strong's 3588: </a> The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the. church ἐκκλησίᾳ (ekklēsia) Noun - Dative Feminine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_1577.htm">Strong's 1577: </a> From a compound of ek and a derivative of kaleo; a calling out, i.e. a popular meeting, especially a religious congregation. of the Thessalonians Θεσσαλονικέων (Thessalonikeōn) Noun - Genitive Masculine Plural <a href="/greek/strongs_2331.htm">Strong's 2331: </a> A Thessalonian. From Thessalonike; a Thessalonican, i.e. Inhabitant of Thessalonice. in ἐν (en) Preposition <a href="/greek/strongs_1722.htm">Strong's 1722: </a> In, on, among. A primary preposition denoting position, and instrumentality, i.e. A relation of rest; 'in, ' at, on, by, etc. God Θεῷ (Theō) Noun - Dative Masculine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_2316.htm">Strong's 2316: </a> A deity, especially the supreme Divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; by Hebraism, very. [the] Father Πατρὶ (Patri) Noun - Dative Masculine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_3962.htm">Strong's 3962: </a> Father, (Heavenly) Father, ancestor, elder, senior. Apparently a primary word; a 'father'. and καὶ (kai) Conjunction <a href="/greek/strongs_2532.htm">Strong's 2532: </a> And, even, also, namely. [the] Lord Κυρίῳ (Kyriō) Noun - Dative Masculine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_2962.htm">Strong's 2962: </a> Lord, master, sir; the Lord. From kuros; supreme in authority, i.e. controller; by implication, Master. Jesus Ἰησοῦ (Iēsou) Noun - Dative Masculine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_2424.htm">Strong's 2424: </a> Of Hebrew origin; Jesus, the name of our Lord and two other Israelites. Christ: Χριστῷ (Christō) Noun - Dative Masculine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_5547.htm">Strong's 5547: </a> Anointed One; the Messiah, the Christ. From chrio; Anointed One, i.e. The Messiah, an epithet of Jesus. Grace Χάρις (Charis) Noun - Nominative Feminine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_5485.htm">Strong's 5485: </a> From chairo; graciousness, of manner or act. and καὶ (kai) Conjunction <a href="/greek/strongs_2532.htm">Strong's 2532: </a> And, even, also, namely. peace εἰρήνη (eirēnē) Noun - Nominative Feminine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_1515.htm">Strong's 1515: </a> Probably from a primary verb eiro; peace; by implication, prosperity. to you. ὑμῖν (hymin) Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Dative 2nd Person Plural <a href="/greek/strongs_4771.htm">Strong's 4771: </a> You. 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