Who is the author of 2 Thessalonians?

• A. Timothy
• B. James
• C. The Apostle Paul
• D. Peter

Answer: (C)

The author of 2 Thessalonians is the Apostle Paul. The letter opens with a greeting from Paul along with Silvanus (Silas) and Timothy, which shows it is a Pauline letter written by Paul and carried or co-signed by his coworkers. The themes, vocabulary, and concerns—such as encouragement in the face of persecution, clarifications about work and idleness, and guidance on eschatological expectations—match Paul's known style and topics in his other letters. While Timothy is named as a co-sender, he is not the sole author; the letter reflects Paul’s authority and voice. This combination of internal attribution and linguistic/theological alignment makes Paul the best and most consistent answer.