The Lost Books of the Bible, Part 14, Chapter I summary
Part 14, Chapter I of 170 · 3 min to read the chapter
In Chapter I, Ignatius greets the church at Tralles, praises the character reported by its bishop Polybius, and urges obedience to church leaders. He then turns from their conduct to his own spiritual dangers, warning against pride and admitting that imprisonment does not give him full understanding of heavenly matters.
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- Ignatius greets the Trallian church and praises the patience and steadfastness that Polybius reports during his visit to Smyrna.
- He urges the church to obey its bishop and presbyters, while requiring deacons to serve faithfully and avoid offenses.
- He presents these leaders as essential to the church and praises Polybius for his gentleness and commanding conduct.
- Ignatius restrains his instructions because he is condemned and does not claim the authority of an Apostle.
- He describes praise as a spiritual danger and says his desire to suffer for Christ requires humility.
- He withholds heavenly teaching out of concern for his readers and acknowledges that he remains a learner himself.
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