The Letter to the Galatians Paul’s First Epistle?.
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The Letter to the Galatians
Paul’s First Epistle?
1. Who wrote the letter? Great agreement – Paul wrote this
letter Mentioned in preface Extensive autobiographical section In sync with Acts Style of writing Theological arguments Tradition
2. To whom was it written? Southern Galatia
Psidian Antioch, Iconium, Lystra, Derbe Churches founded by Paul on the first
missionary journey described in Acts 13-14.
3. When was it written? Prior to 49 AD
Paul’s earliest letter in the NT
4. Why was it written? Occasion
Completing 1st Missionary Journey News of Judaizers Paul quickly wrote this defense before
going to Jerusalem for the conference Purpose
To confront the untruths of the Judaizers and affirm that salvation is by faith (plus nothing)
5. What is the main topic? Salvation is by faith, plus nothing.