‘Through Silvanus, whom I consider a faithful brother, I have written this short letter to encourage you’ (1 Peter 5:12). Some scholars, such as Edward Selwyn, suggest Silvanus had a significant hand in …

Sep 2, 2021 · The first thing to note is that most scholars agree that Silvanus goes by two names in the New Testament – his Latin name, Silvanus, and his Greek name, Silas.

Selwyn asserts that certain similarities appear in all three of these literary units (The Apostolic Decree, 1 and 2 Thessalonians, and 1 Peter) that help strengthen the case that Silvanus did more than merely …

Indeed, Silvanus certainly would have been given enough freedom to correctly phrase Peter's thoughts, especially since Peter would not have known Greek very well.

Silvanus’ appearance in both Petrine and Pauline circles embodies the seamless weave of apostolic doctrine. Far from rival factions, the apostles share messengers, creeds (1 Corinthians 15:3-5), and …

It is unclear whether the Silvanus named here is meant to be the same Silvanus who functions as Paul’s co-author for 1 Thessalonians and 2 Thessalonians.

Abstract In 1 Pet 5:12 we find the phrase “I am writing through Silvanus” ( δια Σιλουανου εγραψα). This passing remark by Peter has garnered more than its fair share of attention from scholarship. Many a …

Paul mentions him in 2 Cor. 1:19 as a fellow gospel preacher. Later he is identified with Peter in writing 1 Peter. (cf. 1 Pet. 5:12; perhaps this is why Peter sounds so much like Paul). Both Paul and Peter call …

The vast majority of biblical scholars think the two epistles do not share the same author, due to wide differences in Greek style and views between the two letters. Most scholars today conclude that …

Feb 28, 1999 · The fact that Silvanus worked closely with both Paul and Peter shows the theological closeness of Paul and Peter. Although their theology was compatible, the way of expressing that …