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Apocrypha · Chapter 9 of 114

The Shepherd of Hermas 9

Visions and Mandates

And by his own wisdom and providence created his holy Church, which he also blessed – behold he removes the heavens and the mountains, the hills and the seas, and all things will become plain for his elect.

2That he may fulfill to them the promise he made with great glory and joy, provided they keep the ordinances of God which they received with great faith.

3When she finished reading and rose from the chair, four young men came and took the chair to the east.

4She called me and touched my chest and said: Did my reading please you? I said: Lady, these last words please me, but the first were hard and difficult.

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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.