Important Figures of the Bible - Saint Paul

Introduction
The New Testament consists of twenty-seven books. Paul takes credit for thirteen of these books. All of them are in letter form written to the Churches of the cities which he visited during his missionary journeys. These thirteen books are commonly referred to as the Pauline letters. Paul was almost single handedly responsible for the spread of Christianity. The Pauline letters are still regarded as the most brilliant theological writings to ever be published. Christians everywhere quote Paul’s verses and the Church of Christ heeds to the doctrines as if they were God’s law. In this brief article we will examine the life of Paul. A closer and more in depth look at this amazing man will give the reader a greater understanding of how the Christian church began. Understanding Paul’s journeys will give greater meaning to his letters as well.