Epistle to the Romans
St. Ignatius of Antioch · Apostolic Fathers
J.B. Lightfoot, 1885
A letter from Ignatius, bishop of Antioch, begging the Roman church not to prevent his coming martyrdom.
Contents
Epistle to the Romans
- Greeting
- Chapter 1. As a prisoner, I hope to see you
- Chapter 2. Do not save me from martyrdom
- Chapter 3. Pray rather that I may attain to martyrdom
- Chapter 4. Allow me to fall a prey to the wild beasts
- Chapter 5. I desire to die
- Chapter 6. By death I shall attain true life
- Chapter 7. Reason of desiring to die
- Chapter 8. Be favourable to me
- Chapter 9. Pray for the church in Syria
- Chapter 10. Conclusion