The Authenticity of the Second Letter to the Thessalonians

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The debate surrounding the authorship of Second Thessalonians centers on its similarities to First Thessalonians, with scholars divided on whether it was penned by Paul or a later imitator. William Wrede's influential study highlights the numerous shared expressions and phrases, establishing a strong case for the letter's pseudonymous nature. His analysis not only identifies exact parallels but also connects specific words and verses, shaping the scholarly consensus that Second Thessalonians is a late imitation rather than an authentic work of Paul.