1 Corinthians (c.56–57 CE) is a letter to the church in Corinth addressing internal problems (divisions, immorality, idolatry, misunderstandings about spiritual gifts and the resurrection). Paul provides corrective teaching and emphasizes Christian love (notably in 1 Corinthians 13).

Author: Paul the Apostle.

Date Written: Circa 56–57 CE.

Context: From Ephesus, Paul writes to a recently founded church struggling with cultural pressures and doctrinal confusion, urging unity and proper worship.