I Thessalonians

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Definition

Proper noun * The First Epistle to the Thessalonians: A book in the New Testament of the Christian Bible, traditionally believed to be a letter written by the Apostle Paul to the Christian community in Thessalonica.

Usage

This term is used exclusively as the title of a specific biblical book. It is often abbreviated as "1 Thessalonians."

Examples
  • As a title:
    • The sermon was based on a passage from I Thessalonians.
    • Please turn your Bibles to I Thessalonians, chapter 4.
    • I Thessalonians is considered one of the earliest writings in the New Testament.
Advanced Usage
  • Scholarly Reference: In academic or theological writing, the book is frequently cited by its standard abbreviation (1 Thess.) followed by chapter and verse numbers (e.g., 1 Thess. 4:13-18).
  • Comparative Study: The book is often studied in conjunction with (the Second Epistle to the Thessalonians) to understand Paul's ongoing communication with the church.
Variants and Related Words
  • 1 Thessalonians: The modern, standard abbreviation and common written form.
  • The First Epistle to the Thessalonians: The full, formal title.
  • 2 Thessalonians / II Thessalonians: The subsequent, related New Testament book.
Synonyms
  • The First Letter to the Thessalonians (a direct synonym).
  • 1 Thess. (the standard abbreviated form).
Notes on Meaning
  • Historical Context: The term refers specifically to a canonical text. It is not used in general language outside of biblical or religious contexts.
  • "I" vs. "1": The form "I Thessalonians" uses a Roman numeral and is a traditional styling. The form "1 Thessalonians" with an Arabic numeral is the more contemporary and common usage in modern publications.
Noun
  1. a New Testament book containing Saint Paul's first epistle to the Thessalonians

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