Paul’s Signature and the Grace of Christ (2 Thessalonians 3:17–18) | F. F. Bruce
Deep Dive into Word Biblical Commentary: 1&2 Thessalonians by F. F. Bruce - Letter Closing (2 Thess. 3:17-18)
The excerpt examines the concluding verses of 2 Thessalonians, focusing particularly on Paul's customary practice of adding a personal handwritten signature to his dictated epistles. While Paul typically relied on an amanuensis to draft his correspondence, he appended a final greeting in his own script to authenticate the message and prevent forgery. This autograph serves as a distinctive mark across multiple Pauline letters, offering reassurance to the recipients regarding the…
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