A Paternal Government One must be subject, not only because of wrath but also because of conscience (Romans 13:5) If you are a burgomaster, or anyone who bears the name of father, see to it that you carry out your paternal office. Parents, take care to raise up good people who in turn will raise up their children in piety. A prince and the cities need good people. The prince needs councilors; the cities need pastors and learned men. If you note that your children can become able leaders,