The Apostolic Fathers

Epistle to the Philadelphians (Short Version)

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Chapter 6: Do Not Convert to Judaism

But if anyone preaches the Jewish law to you, do not listen to him. For it is better to listen to Christian doctrine from a man who has been circumcised than to Judaism from one uncircumcised. But if either of these people do not speak concerning Jesus Christ, they are, in my judgment, like monuments and sepulchres of the dead, upon which are written only the names of men. Therefore, flee from the wicked devices and snares of the prince of this world, lest at any time, being conquered by his tricks, you grow weak in your love. But you all should be joined together with an undivided heart. And I thank my God that I have a good conscience with respect to you and that no one has the power to boast, either privately or publicly, that I have burdened anyone, either much or little. And I wish for all among whom I have spoken, that they may not have that as a testimony against them.