Study Guide for 1 Thessalonians

Important Names, Terms for Exams
apocalypticism
eschatology
parousia
epistle
pseudepigraphy
pseudonymity


Study/Discussion Questions
Based on Ehrman and 1 Thessalonians, how is Paul as represented in the book of Acts different from Paul as we know him based on his own writings?


What is Paul’s understanding about the end of time in 1 Thess? Is he apocalyptic? What does he think is going to happen at the end of time?


What are the most important things Paul says about Jesus? What doesn’t Paul say about Jesus?


Read 2 Thessalonians 2:1-12 closely; when does the author think the parousia and end of the world is coming?