The Shepherd of Hermas
Hermas
Hermas. The Apostolic Fathers with an English translation by Kirsopp Lake. In Two Volumes. Vol. II. Cambridge, MA: Harvard University Press; London: William Heinemann Ltd. 1913
When, therefore, I ceased asking her all these[*](The vision of the seven women) things, she said to me: Would you like to see something else? I was anxious to see it, and rejoiced greatly at the prospect.
She looked at me and smiled and said to me: Do you see seven women round the tower? Yes, I said; I see them. This tower is being supported by them according to the commandment of the Lord.
Hear now their qualities. The first of them who[*](The explanation) is clasping her hands is called Faith. Through her the chosen of God are saved.