The Apostolic Fathers

Epistle to the Trallians (Short Version)

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Chapter 5: I will not teach you complex theories

Am I not able to write to you about heavenly things? But I am hesitant to do so, lest I might cause harm to you who are still new [in Christ]. Please forgive me in this matter, lest, as you might not be able to understand [such teachings], you should be overwhelmed by them. For even I, though I am committed [to Christ], am not therefore able to comprehend heavenly things, the places of the angels, and their assemblies under their respective leaders, things both visible and invisible. Without delving into such complex subjects, I am still just a learner [in other respects]; for there are many things we lack, so that we do not fall short of God.