The Apostolic Fathers, Volume II: Epistle of Barnabas. Papias and Quadratus. Epistle to Diognetus. The Shepherd of Hermas

Edited and translated by Bart D. Ehrman

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$28.00 • £19.95 • €25.00

ISBN 9780674996083

Publication Date: 12/15/2003

Loeb

496 pages

4-1/4 x 6-3/8 inches

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The Shepherd of Hermas
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