Manuscript · P46 · c. AD 175-225

Papyrus 46 (Chester Beatty II)

The oldest extensive manuscript of the Pauline Epistles. Notably places Hebrews immediately after Romans, suggesting an early understanding of Pauline authorship. Omits the Pastoral Epistles.

Date

c. AD 175-225

Language

Greek

Material

Papyrus

Script

Greek literary hand

Contents

Romans 5:17-16:27, Hebrews, 1 Corinthians, 2 Corinthians, Ephesians, Galatians, Philippians, Colossians, 1 Thessalonians 1:1-5:28

Location

Chester Beatty Library, Dublin / University of Michigan