Section 198
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“The axe unto the root,” he says, urging us to the knowledge of the truth, and purifying us by means of fear, as well as preparing [us] to bring forth fruit in due season.
Against Heresies
St. Irenaeus of Lyon · c. 180 AD
198 of 223
St. Irenaeus of Lyon · c. 180 AD
198 of 223
Section 198
“The axe unto the root,” he says, urging us to the knowledge of the truth, and purifying us by means of fear, as well as preparing [us] to bring forth fruit in due season.