Background
Written C.E. 54 and 58
Setting: Paul writes to the Roman church from Corinth (15.25-27, I Cor. 16.3-5; 1.1 identifies Paul as writer; similar to letter to the Galatians). Paul has completed work between Palestine and Rome and wants to go to Spain.
Audience: church in Rome, educated, predominantly Gentile in character.
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