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“None of us offers resistance when he is seized, or avenges himself for your unjust violence, although our people are numerous and plentiful...it is not lawful for us to hate, and so we please God more when we render no requital for injury...we repay your hatred with kindness.”

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Cyprian

Cyprian, an early 3rd-century Christian theologian and bishop, is believed to have died on September 14, 258. He is considered one of the early Latin Church Fathers and is known for his contributions to Christian doctrine and morality. more

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