The interpretation of Gal. 1:1–18 is more difficult, and affords one of the most intricate problems connected with the historical background of the Pauline Epistles. It may be divided into two main questions. (i.) Does St. Paul mean that all the events described took place before the conversion of the Galatians, or before the sending of the Epistle? In other words, does the plan of this section involve his giving a sketch of his relations with the Apostles at Jerusalem
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