first epistle of paul the apostle to the thessalonians

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Definition
  1. Proper noun:
    • A book of the New Testament: "First Epistle of Paul the Apostle to the Thessalonians" is the full, formal title of a specific book in the Christian New Testament. It is a letter traditionally attributed to the Apostle Paul, written to the early Christian community in the city of Thessalonica.
Usage
  • This term is used as the official title for a canonical text. It is typically cited in religious, theological, and academic contexts.
  • Example: "The First Epistle of Paul the Apostle to the Thessalonians addresses themes of Christ's return and ethical living."
  • Example: "In her sermon, the pastor referenced a passage from 1 Thessalonians."
Advanced Usage
  • Abbreviated Forms: The title is commonly abbreviated in citations and references.
    • "1 Thessalonians": This is the standard abbreviated form used in most modern contexts, including biblical citations (e.g., 1 Thess. 4:16-17).
    • "The First Epistle to the Thessalonians": A slightly shorter, formal variant.
Variants and Related Words
  • 1 Thessalonians (n): The standard abbreviated title for this book.
  • Thessalonians (n): When used in the plural without a number, it can informally refer to both the First and Second Epistles to the Thessalonians collectively.
  • Second Epistle of Paul the Apostle to the Thessalonians (n): The subsequent, canonical letter that follows this one in the New Testament, often abbreviated as 2 Thessalonians.
Synonyms
  • 1 Thess. (n): A common written abbreviation.
  • The First Letter to the Thessalonians (n): A synonymous phrasing of the title.
Notes on Meaning
  • This term refers exclusively to a specific text. It does not have other general meanings. Its significance is primarily religious and historical, as it is considered a foundational document of early Christian theology and pastoral instruction.
Noun
  1. a New Testament book containing Saint Paul's first epistle to the Thessalonians

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