Bible Dictionary
THESSALONIANS, THE SECOND EPISTLE OF PAUL TO THE
Second Thessalonians is Paul’s follow-up letter addressing persecution, the coming of Christ, the falling away, and the revelation of the man of sin. It also corrects disorderly excitement about the Lord’s day and urges believers to live quietly and work faithfully.
Biblical Usage
The letter teaches that the Day of the Lord will not come before the falling away and the revelation of the man of sin. It warns against deception and religious disorder, while calling believers to stand firm, live quietly, and work rather than remain idle.