The books known as 1 Corinthians and 2 Corinthians are traditionally attributed to the apostle Paul , an early Christian missionary and major New Testament figure.

Who wrote “Corinthians”?

Most Christian traditions and the vast majority of modern scholars agree that:

  • 1 Corinthians was written by the apostle Paul to the church in Corinth.
  • 2 Corinthians was also written by Paul as a follow‑up letter to the same community.

In the text itself, Paul introduces himself by name (for example, “Paul, called to be an apostle of Christ Jesus…” in 1 Corinthians 1:1), which is one key reason for this consensus.

Was Paul the only writer?

  • The letter’s opening greeting also names Sosthenes , who is often understood as a co-sender or secretary (amanuensis) who helped write down Paul’s words.
  • Some scholars suggest Sosthenes may have contributed stylistically, but the content and authority are attributed to Paul.

Any debate about authorship?

  • For 1 Corinthians , there is very broad agreement that Paul is the genuine author; it is one of the least disputed letters in the New Testament.
  • For 2 Corinthians , most scholars still affirm Pauline authorship, though some think it may combine multiple shorter letters Paul wrote to Corinth.

Quick recap

  • The “Book of Corinthians” (both 1 and 2) is understood as letters written by the apostle Paul to the Christian community in Corinth.
  • Sosthenes is mentioned as a co-sender/assistant in 1 Corinthians, but Paul is regarded as the primary author.

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