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Epistle to the Magnesians: Shorter and Longer Versions

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The Epistle of Ignatius to the Magnesians
Shorter and Longer Versions

Ignatius, who is also called Theophorus, to the [Church] blessed in the grace of God the Father, in Jesus Christ our Saviour, in whom I salute the Church which is at Magnesia, near the Mæander, and wish it abundance of happiness in God the Father, and in Jesus Christ.

Ignatius, who is also called Theophorus, to the [Church] blessed in the grace of God the Father, in Jesus Christ our Saviour, in whom I salute the Church which is at Magnesia, near the Mæander, and wish it abundance of happiness in God the Father, and in Jesus Christ, our Lord, in whom may you have abundance of happiness.

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Chapter I.—Reason of writing the epistle.

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Chapter II.—I rejoice in your messengers.

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Chapter III.—Honour your youthful bishop.

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Chapter IV.—Some wickedly act independently of the bishop.

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Chapter V.—Death is the fate of all such.

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Chapter VI.—Preserve harmony.

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Chapter VII.—Do nothing without the bishop and presbyters.

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Chapter VIII.—Caution against false doctrines.

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Chapter IX.—Let us live with Christ.

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Chapter X.—Beware of Judaizing.

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Chapter XI.—I write these things to warn you.

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Chapter XII.—Ye are superior to me.

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Chapter XIII.—Be established in faith and unity.

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Chapter XIV.—Your prayers requested.

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Chapter XV.—Salutations.

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