The Martyrdom of Polycarp
Translated by Alexander Roberts and James Donaldson
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The opening
Chapter I.—Subject of which we write.
We have written to you, brethren, as to what relates to the martyrs, and especially to the blessed Polycarp, who put an end to the persecution, having, as it were, set a seal upon it by his martyrdom. For almost all the events that happened previously [to this one], took place that the Lord might show us from above a martyrdom becoming the Gospel. For he waited to be delivered up, even as the Lord had done, that we also might become his followers, while we look not merely at what concerns ourselves but have regard also to our neighbours. For it is the part of a true and well-founded love, not only to wish one’s self to be saved, but also all the brethren.
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About this edition
- The words
- Alexander Roberts and James Donaldson's English translation, copied word for word.
- Copied from
CCEL Ante-Nicene Fathers I, Martyrdom of Polycarp
- Left out
- Notes and pages added by translators, editors or publishers
- Printed whole-work title, rule or page furniture. Original opening greeting retained as author front. (3 blocks)
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