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Galatians 1

Galatians 1:3

Paul’s Greeting to the Galatians · Galatians 1:1–5
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Translations

Modern
Grace and peace to you from God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ,
Traditional
Grace be to you and peace from God the Father, and from our Lord Jesus Christ,
Literal
Grace to you and peace from God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ,
Latin
Gratia vobis, et pax a Deo Patre, et Domino nostro Jesu Christo,

Original

Greek
English
Grace and peace to you from God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ,

Notes

Galatians 1:3

Grace and peace to you from God: This is a common greeting by Paul (see also study note on 1 Corinthians 1:3). It combines Greek and Hebrew greetings. "Grace" (Greek charis) is similar to "greetings" (Greek chairein). "Peace" reflects Hebrew shalom. Paul included both Jewish and non-Jewish Christians (compare Galatians 3:28). The Galatians risked losing God's grace and peace (3:1–4; 5:1–4).

Galatians 1:3–5

Paul followed the common style for first-century letters. He included a greeting, wished for well-being, and introduced the main topic, the good news about Jesus.

Galatians 1:1–5

In all his letters, Paul introduces himself and greets the recipients. This greeting stands out because:

  1. Paul strongly asserts his authority as an apostle (1:1).

  2. Instead of offering thanks, prayer, or praise, he gives a rebuke (1:6–10).

Galatians 1:1–2:21

Some people were against Paul and questioned whether he was a true apostle. They did not believe he was honest and did not think he had the right to be a leader in the church. So Paul begins his letter by explaining that he really was an apostle with authority from God.

Theme notes and profiles

Paul (Saul)

People

Jesus: The Son of God and Savior of the world

Glossary

Bible, Manuscripts and Text of the (New Testament) Faith Letter to the Galatians Ordain, Ordination Peace

Topics

Atonement: Unclassified Scriptures Relating To Benedictions: Apostolic, Forms of God: Fatherhood of Intercession: Exemplified Jesus, the Christ: Mission of Jesus, the Christ: Saviour Peace: Spiritual