# General Information:

Paul identifies himself as the writer of the letter and greets the church at Thessalonica.

# Paul, Silvanus, and Timothy to the church

The UDB makes clear that it was Paul who wrote this letter. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/jit/figs-explicit]])

# May grace and peace be to you

The terms "grace" and "peace" are metonyms for the person who acts toward people in a kindly and peaceful manner. Alternate translation: "May God be kind to you and give you peace" (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/jit/figs-metonymy]])

# peace be to you

The word "you" refers to the Thessalonian believers. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/jit/figs-you]])