Polycarp quotes

Polycarp was an early Christian bishop of Smyrna, renowned as one of the Apostolic Fathers. His writings and martyrdom greatly influenced the development of Christian theology and the early Church. He is remembered for his steadfast faith and his role in preserving apostolic traditions. Here are 6 of his quotes:

If you imagine for a moment that I would do that, then I think you pretend that you don't know who I am. Hear it plainly. I am a Christian.

Polycarp

Be all of you subject one to another having your conduct blameless among the Gentiles, that you may both receive praise for your good works, and the Lord may not be blasphemed through you. But woe to him by whom the name of the Lord is blasphemed! Teach, therefore, sobriety to all, and manifest it also in your own conduct.

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Eighty and six years have I served Him, and He never did me any injury: how then can I blaspheme my King and my Savior?

Polycarp

For 86 years I have served Jesus Christ and he has never abandoned me. How could I curse my blessed king and savior?

Polycarp

I exhort you, press on in your course, and exhort all men that they may be saved.

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