Second Epistle of Peter

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Definition

Proper noun: - The second New Testament book traditionally attributed to Saint Peter the Apostle: This is the canonical book of the Christian New Testament that follows the First Epistle of Peter. It is presented as a second letter from the Apostle Peter, offering exhortations, warnings against false teachers, and teachings on Christian living and the promise of Christ's return.

Usage Examples
  • Proper noun:
    • The Second Epistle of Peter contains strong warnings about moral decay and false prophets.
    • In his sermon, the pastor referenced a passage from 2 Peter, which is the common abbreviation for the Second Epistle of Peter.
    • Scholars often compare the themes in the Second Epistle of Peter with those in the Epistle of Jude.
Advanced Usage
  • "The authenticity of the Second Epistle of Peter": A phrase used in biblical scholarship discussing debates about the letter's authorship.
    • The seminar focused on the historical arguments concerning the authenticity of the Second Epistle of Peter.
Variants and Related Words
  • 2 Peter (n): The standard abbreviated form of the title.
    • Please turn your Bibles to 2 Peter, chapter one.
  • Second Peter: An alternative, less formal phrasing.
    • We are studying Second Peter in our Bible study group.
Synonyms
  • The Second Letter of Peter: A direct synonym using "Letter" instead of "Epistle."
  • 2 Pet.: A common written abbreviation.
Related Phrases
  • The Petrine Epistles: This phrase refers collectively to the First and Second Epistles of Peter.
    • The Petrine Epistles both address the theme of suffering for faith.
Noun
  1. the second New Testament book traditionally attributed to Saint Peter the Apostle

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