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The remains of second-century Christian literature which have survived the ages are scanty at best, and few merit the term “literature”. The Odes of Solomon is a rare example of literary excellence that has survived the passage of time. J. H. Bernard examines the Odes to discover the habits of religious life and thought in the patristic church, interpreting the passages with an interest in...

1As the impulse of anger against iniquity, so is the impulse of joy towards the beloved (object); it brings in of its fruits without restraint: 2my joy is the Lord and my impulse is towards Him: this path of mine is excellent: 3for I have a helper, the Lord. 4He hath caused me to know Himself, without grudging, by His simplicity: His kindness hath humbled His greatness. 5He became like me, in order that I might receive Him: 6He was reckoned like myself in order that I might put Him on; 7And
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