Chapter 5 — The departure and vision of Polycarp.
2But the most admirable Polycarp, when he first heard that he was sought for, was in no measure disturbed, but resolved to continue in the city.
3However, in deference to the wish of many, he was persuaded to leave it.
4He departed, therefore, to a country house not far distant from the city.
5There he stayed with a few friends, engaged in nothing else night and day than praying for all men, and for the Churches throughout the world, according to his usual custom.
6And while he was praying, a vision presented itself to him three days before he was taken; and, behold, the pillow under his head seemed to him on fire.
7Upon this, turning to those that were with him, he said to them prophetically, "I must be burnt alive".