Who Authored the Book of Hebrews? Five Leading Theories

The Letter to the Hebrews is the only New Testament book without a named author. This anonymity has sparked debate for centuries. Here are five main candidates: 1. Apostle Paul: Long credited, though style and vocabulary differ from his other letters. 2. Apollos: Praised by Martin Luther for his eloquence and scriptural knowledge. 3. Barnabas: Early church father Tertullian’s choice for the author. 4. Luke: Known for polished Greek and close collaboration with Paul. 5. Priscilla: A prominent early female leader in the church. Why did the early church accept a book with no known author into the canon?

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