Saturday, February 23, 2019

Polycarp of Smyrna


Polycarp of Smyrna (c.69–c.155) was an apostolic church father, who was a student of John the Apostle, who ordained him. He is referenced by Tertullian, Jerome, and Irenaeus. He is best known for his letter to the church in Phillipi and eventually was martyred.

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