Galatians (people)

The Galatians were a group of people living in the region of Galatia in modern-day Turkey during the first century. They were likely Celtic tribes who had settled there and adopted some aspects of local culture. In the biblical context, Paul’s letter to the Galatians addresses their community, urging them to stay true to Christian faith and avoid turning to other teachings. The Galatians represent early followers of Christianity facing challenges from legalistic or false teachings, emphasizing the importance of faith over strict adherence to Law for salvation.