Books of the New Testament 2

Question 2

To whom was the epistle of James written?

Answer 2

To the twelve tribes scattered among the nations. (NIV)

In other words, Jewish Christians living outside Israel.

Question 3

To whom was the first epistle of Peter written?

Answer 3

To God’s elect, exiles scattered throughout the provinces of Pontus, Galatia, Cappadocia, Asia and Bithynia, (NIV)

In other words, Christians living in the Roman provinces of Asia Minor.

Question 4

To whom was the second epistle of Peter written?

Answer 4

To those who through the righteousness of our God and Savior Jesus Christ have received a faith as precious as ours: (NIV)

In other words, all Christians.

Question 5

To whom was the second epistle of John written?

Answer 5

To the lady chosen by God and to her children, whom I love in the truth—and not I only, but also all who know the truth— (NIV)

Some interpret this to be a metaphor for a church, others think it was written to specific people.

Question 6

To whom was the third epistle of John written?

Answer 6

To my dear friend Gaius, whom I love in the truth. (NIV)

This is a personal letter.

Question 7

To whom was the epistle of Jude written?

Answer 7

To those who have been called, who are loved in God the Father and kept for Jesus Christ: (NIV)

In other words, all Christians.

Question 8

Which two epistles share a close relationship, with several shared passages?

Answer 8

2 Peter and Jude