epistle to titus
Definition
Proper noun A book of the New Testament in the Bible, structured as a letter from the Apostle Paul to his companion and delegate, Titus. The text provides instructions and advice on church leadership, pastoral duties, and Christian living within a community.
Usage
The term "Epistle to Titus" is used to refer specifically to this canonical book of the Christian Bible. It is often cited in theological, pastoral, and historical discussions.
Examples * Scholars often group the Epistle to Titus with 1 Timothy and 2 Timothy as the "Pastoral Epistles." * In the Epistle to Titus, Paul outlines the qualifications for church elders. * Her sermon focused on a passage from the Epistle to Titus about teaching sound doctrine.
Advanced Usage
- "The letter to Titus": A common synonymous phrase used in less formal or explanatory contexts.
- The advice in the letter to Titus remains relevant for modern church organization.
Variants and Related Words
- Titus (Proper noun): The recipient of the epistle and a figure in the early Christian church.
- Pastoral Epistles (Noun phrase): The collective term for the New Testament letters of 1 Timothy, 2 Timothy, and Titus, due to their focus on pastoral guidance.
Synonyms
- The Letter to Titus
- The Book of Titus
Related Idioms or Phrases
- A Titus 2 woman/man: A phrase derived from the epistle, specifically Titus 2:1-8, describing a person who exemplifies the mature, self-controlled, and teaching character encouraged in the text.
- In many Christian communities, she is considered a Titus 2 woman, mentoring younger women in their faith.
Noun
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a New Testament book containing Saint Paul's epistle to Titus; contains advice on pastoral matters
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