The book of Titus
The Book of Titus
What is the book of Titus about?
In the book of Titus, Paul sends this letter to give Titus personal authorization and guidance in meeting opposition (1:5; 2:1,7-8,15; 3:9), instructions about faith and conduct, and warnings about false teachers on the island of Crete. Paul introduced Christianity in Crete when he and Titus visited the island, after which he left Titus there to organize the converts. Paul also informed Titus of his future plans for him (3:12).
In New Testament times life in Crete had sunk to a deplorable moral level. The dishonesty, gluttony and laziness of its inhabitants were well known (1:12).
Who wrote the book of Titus?
The author of the book of Titus is the apostle Paul.
Who is the audience?
Titus, a trusted Gentile companion of Paul.
Timeframe Titus was written:
Written sometime around AD 63.
"In short" (One sentence summary):
Paul writes to instruct Titus concerning the care of the church on the island of Crete.
Fun facts about Titus/Did you know?
Paul quotes the Cretian philosopher Epimenides about the nature of the dishonest and lazy people in Crete in 1:12.
