The Epistle of Barnabas

It is good therefore that he who has learned[*](Final exhortation) the ordinances of the Lord as many as have been written should walk in them. For he who does these things shall be glorified in the kingdom of God, and he who chooses the others shall perish with his works. For this reason there is a resurrection,

I beseech those who are in high positions, if you will receive any counsel of my goodwill, have among yourselves those to whom you may do good; fail not.

The day is at hand when all things shall perish with the Evil one; The Lord and his reward is at hand.

I beseech you again and again be good lawgivers to each other, remain faithful counsellors of each other, remove from yourselves all hypocrisy.

Now may God, who is the Lord over all the world, give you wisdom, understanding, prudence, knowledge of his ordinances, patience.

And be taught of God, seeking out what the Lord requires from you, and see that ye be found faithful in the day of Judgment.

If there is any memory of good, meditate on these things and remember me, that my desire and my watchfulness may find some good end. I beseech you asking it of your favour.

While the fair vessel[*](i.e. while you are in the body.) is with you fail not in any of them, but seek these things diligently, and fulfil every commandment; for these things are worthy.

Wherefore I was the more zealous to write to you of my ability, to give you gladness. May you gain salvation, children of love and peace. The Lord of glory and of all grace be with your spirit.

The Epistle of Barnabas.