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A collection of the earliest known writings of the church, The Apostolic Fathers includes a sermon and six brief documents: the First and Second Epistles of Clement, the Didache, the Epistles of Ignatius, the Epistle of Polycarp, the Epistle about Polycarp's Martyrdom, and the Shepherd of Hermas. There are two ways, one of life and one of death, begins the Didache, and between the two ways there is a great difference. Followers of the way of life today will find much encouragement of those who first embarked on the path two millennia ago.

The Apostolic Fathers is a collection of texts from some of the earliest leaders of the Christian Church, including Clement of Rome, Ignatius of Antioch, and Polycarp of Smyrna. The texts offer insights into the beliefs and practices of the early Church, as well as the theological debates of the time. This revised edition includes a new introduction, notes on the text of the Apostolic Fathers, and indices of scripture references and Greek terms. It is an essential resource for anyone interested in the history of Christianity.

This authoritative edition of the Apostolic Fathers provides readers with a comprehensive and accurate translation of these important early Christian texts. Edited by JB Lightfoot, a leading biblical scholar of the 19th century, the book includes detailed introductory notes and helpful commentary. The Apostolic Fathers is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of Christianity and the early Church.