Apocrypha · Chapter 46 of 114
Visions and Mandates
The virgins guarding the tower are: Faith, Continence, Power, Patience.
2And the others following them are: Simplicity, Innocence, Purity, Joy, Truth, Understanding, Concord, Love.
3He who bears these names and the name of the Son of God will be able to enter the kingdom of God.
4I asked: Lord, who are the women dressed in black? He said: These are: Unbelief, Excess, Disobedience, Deceit, Sadness, Malice, Licentiousness, Impetuosity, Lying, Foolishness, Slander, Hatred.
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About The Shepherd of Hermas
Visions, commandments and parables received by a former slave in Rome, debating whether there is a second chance after grave sin. It was read as Scripture in several ancient churches.