The Lost Books of the Bible, Part 7, Chapter X summary
Part 7, Chapter X of 170 · 1 min to read the chapter
In Chapter X, Paul tells Seneca that putting his own name first in their letters troubles him and conflicts with his faith. He says respect for Seneca’s senatorial rank requires placing his own name last, presenting that courtesy as his natural inclination rather than something embarrassment forces upon him.
What happens
- Paul greets Seneca and says that writing his own name first makes him uneasy.
- He connects his faith with adapting himself to others and respecting Seneca’s rank.
- He says his name belongs last, then closes respectfully and dates the letter.
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What to notice
Paul makes a small writing convention a question of conscience. This concern explains his wish to put Seneca’s name before his own.
Quick check
Why does Paul say his own name should come last?
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