Placement in the Holy Bible:
- Twenty-first book of the New Testament
Author:
- Peter, a leading disciple of Jesus and one of the prominent leaders of the early church.
Intended Audience:
- Primarily Christians dispersed across various regions, especially those in small churches and believers facing religious persecution and hardships.
Purpose:
- To encourage believers to endure persecution and difficulties.
- To provide guidance on the moral and spiritual aspects of Christian life.
- To affirm the steadfastness of faith and true conduct in religious life.
Key Themes:
- Persecution and Hardships: Guidance on facing Christian persecution and difficulties, and encouragement to maintain steadfastness in faith.
- Moral Principles of Christian Life: Guidance on the ethical and spiritual aspects of Christian life, such as love, devotion, and conduct.
- Suffering and Redemption in Christ: Inspiration and understanding through Jesus Christ’s suffering and redemption.
Major Sections:
- Persecution and Hardships (Chapters 1-2): Guidance on facing persecution, and encouragement for believers to remain firm in Christian principles.
- Moral Principles of Christian Life (Chapters 3-4): Guidance on Christian moral principles, such as love, devotion, and proper conduct.
- Suffering and Redemption in Christ (Chapter 5): Inspiration and guidance for believers through the suffering and redemption of Jesus Christ.
Structure:
- Chapters 1-2: Guidance on dealing with persecution and hardships, and Christian principles.
- Chapters 3-4: Guidance on moral principles, love, devotion, and conduct.
- Chapter 5: Inspiration and guidance through Christ’s suffering and redemption.
Characteristics:
- Persecution and Hardships: Guidance for enduring persecution and maintaining faith.
- Moral Principles of Christian Life: Focus on ethical conduct, love, and devotion.