1 But, to pass from the examples of ancient days, let us come to those champions who lived nearest to our time. Let us set before us the noble examples which belong to our generation. (1CL) 2 By reason of jealousy and envy the greatest and most righteous pillars of the Church were persecuted, and contended even unto death. (1CL) 3 Let us set before our eyes the good Apostles. (1CL)
1 Clement 5:1–3
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