Apocrypha · Chapter 91 of 114
Visions and Mandates
'Listen now about the virgins. These virgins are the powers of the Son of God. No one can enter the kingdom of God unless he receives their garment.'
2'If you receive only the name of the Son of God and do not receive the garment of the virgins, it will profit you nothing. For the virgins are powers of the Son of God.'
3'Faith, Continence, Power, Patience: these are the first. Simplicity, Innocence, Purity, Joy: these are the next. Truth, Understanding, Concord, Love: these are the last.'
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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.