LETTERS OF PAUL

LETTERS OF PAUL
By: Valdemir Mota de Menezes, scribe.

Intrinsic examination in biblical texts that show various letters attributed to Paul's authorship really given the identification of the apostle as the author of some letters. They are:

1 Thessalonians 1:1 Paul and Silvanus and Timothy to the ekklēsia of the Thessalonians. . .
Galatians 1:1-2 Paul an apostle. . . to the ekklēsiai of Galatia

1 Corinthians 1:1-2 Paul, called to be an apostle of Christ Jesus, through the will of God and Sosthenes, brother, to the ekklēsia which is in Corinth. . .

2 Corinthians 1:1 Paul, apostle of Christ Jesus through the will of God and Timothy, brother, to the ekklēsia of God which is in Corinth, together with all the saints who are in all of Achaia

Philippians 1:1 Paul and Timothy, slaves of Christ Jesus, to all the saints in Christ Jesus who are in Philippi, together with the overseers and servants (or, bishops and deacons). . .

Philemon 1-2 Paul, captive of Christ Jesus, and Timothy, brother, to Philemon, our beloved and our co-worker, and to Apphia, sister, and Archippos our co-worker, and to the ekklēsia in your (singular) house. . .

Romans 1:1, 7 Paul, slave of Christ Jesus, called to be an apostle, set apart for the gospel of God. . . to all those who are beloved of God in Rome, those called to be holy. . .

Romans 16:22 I, Tertius, the writer of this letter, greet you in the Lord

DISCUSSION ABOUT FILEMON LETTER - SCRIBE VALDEMIR IN HARVARD UNIVERSITY ON-LINE

DISCUSSION ABOUT FILEMON LETTER - SCRIBE VALDEMIR IN HARVARD UNIVERSITY ON-LINE

EdinburghPixie
about 3 hours ago
Good evening. My interpretation is that Paul is writing first and foremost to Philomen, and also secondarily to Apphia & Archippus. What stands out for me in this letter is that despite being imprisoned, Paul is cheerful in the Lord. He writes many things to this effect, but also highlights that it is others in the body of Christ - the broader 'church' and those with Philomen from whom he receives joy & encouragement.
I think of those falsely imprisoned and those who cannot see their children, or political prisoners, as is the case with Paul. I imagine due to his age Onesimus could have stayed with his Father, Paul, as many countries allow young children until the age of 18 months to remain with their mothers in prison even today. However, Paul sent him, as a symbol of his love to the church with Philomen. It is, however, intruguing, that he is asking for forgiveness in advance on Onesimus' behalf - foreshadowing some wrongdoing perhaps?
Finally, in verse 22, we see the strength of Paul's faith - he does not doubt that God's power will see him freed in due course, as he writes: "One thing more—prepare a guest room for me, for I am hoping through your prayers to be restored to you".
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I had the same initial thoughts about Paul's imprisonment but have changed. I don't think Paul was imprisoned by the Romans in confinement but that Paul was imprisoned spiritually in strict obedience to the will of God and the teachings of Jesus, free to travel to spread the gospel message. Also, in my humble opinion and considering the time and circumstances, usage of the word "son" does not have a biological meaning in this text. I believe it's more in line with the Roman Catholic tradition of fellowship within that religious institution - as in a priest calling a junior person, unrelated, "my son". I'm not sure what v22 means so I can't offer anything on that.
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–posted about 3 hours ago by ChunkyMouse

Hello ChunkyMouse ,
Allow me to disagree with your opinion with the same kindness that Paul interceded for Onesimus with Philemon . The historical context of this letter with Acts shows that Paul was literally stuck in confinement . Paul was imprisoned in the period that he wrote this letter . Regarding verse 10 it is clear that the apostle refers to Onesimus as his son in the faith because Paul would not like it generates in prison and as quickly Onesimus has become an adult . The context shows that Onesimus had a history before meeting Paul was a fugitive slave to his master , Philemon . Therefore the term " child " means someone who has become a disciple who accepted the faith through the preaching of Paul.
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GENESI - CAPITOLO SESTO

GENESI - CAPITOLO SESTO

Questo capitolo della Bibbia è uno dei più enigmatici, parla dei giorni prima del diluvio che ha ucciso antropologico quasi tutta l'umanità. Ho una teoria su come si è verificata l'alluvione, leggere il mio blog:
http://diluviobiblico13.blogspot.com.br/
(Commento di Scribe Valdemir Mota de Menezes)

MATEUS CAPÍTULO 5.21-26 - VALDEMIR MOTA DE MENEZES

MATEUS CAPÍTULO 5.21-26 - VALDEMIR MOTA DE MENEZES

Jesus faz uma nova interpretação da Lei judaica e dos mandamentos da Antiga Aliança Mosáica. Não é suficiente o cristão não cometer homicídio para agradar a Deus, Jesus nos ensina coisas muito mais profunda como não ter desavença e contenda contra ninguem. O cristão não deve dar oferta se souber que alguém tem magoa ou raiva dele. Obedecer a Deus é muito profundo.....

MATEUS 5.17-20 - VALDEMIR MOTA DE MENEZES

Como faço, muitas vezes, a noite, evito assistir televisão e procuro ler um bom livro, ou meditar nas páginas da Bíblia. Aqui faço minhas meditações no texto bíblico em que Jesus falou acerca da Justiça dos fariseus e das posições dos cristãos nos céus. Os mais obedientes terão proeminência, e os menos dedicados, terão postos de baixo escalão na eternidade.



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GIOELE - PROFETA CULTUALE

GIOELE - PROFETA CULTUALE - DA VALDEMIR MOTA DE MENEZES

Giole era un figlio di Fatuel Profeti Minori: "Così dice il Signore rivolta a Gioele, figlio di Fatuel" (Gioele 1, 1). Gioele, figlio di Fatuel, non si sa nulla al di là di ciò che può essere dedotto dal suo lavoro. Il profeta ha esercitato il suo ministero a Gerusalemme, ed era un uomo profondamente consapevole del mondo rurale, anche se non era supponiamo di contadino. In realtà, la sua qualità poetica, profonda conoscenza dei profeti precedenti e il modo in cui tratta la sua stessa lingua, si trovano in un ambiente culturale molto più elaborato. Questo profeta, il miglior passaggio noto è 3, 1-5. Questi versi sono citati nel discorso che ha fatto Pietro a Pentecoste. Così disposti negli Atti degli Apostoli: Pertanto, è anche chiamato il profeta della Pentecoste. Il tema del libro è: Giorno del Jahveh, che si avvicina:

ECLESIASTES CAPÍTULO DOZE

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O Escriba Valdemir Mota de Menezes faz uma meditação no texto bíblico do livro de Eclesiastes. Este livro escrito pelo rei Salomão procura conscientizar o ser humano sobre a insignificância da vida humana no plano material. Dinheiro, fama, sucesso, beleza, sabedoria são valores que se desfazem com a morte. Os últimos versos de Eclesiastes diz que temer a Deus e obedece-lo é o verdadeiro sentido da vida.




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