The First Epistle of Clement to the Corinthians

Let us observe how near he is, and that nothing escapes him of oui thoughts or of the devices which we make.

It is right, therefore, that we should not be deserters from his will.

Let us offend foolish and thoughtless men, who are exalted and boast in the pride of their words, rather than God.

Let us reverence the Lord Jesus Christ, whose blood was given for us, let us respect those who rule us, let us honour the aged,[*](Or possibly the Presbyters, but the context makes this improbable.) let us instruct the young in the fear of God, let us lead our wives to that which is good.

Let them exhibit the lovely habit of purity, let them show forth the innocent will of meekness, let them make the gentleness of their tongue manifest by their silence, let them not give their affection by factious preference, but in holiness to all equally who fear God.