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What the Fathers say

2 Samuel 23:2

Eastern Fathers

Cyril of Jerusalem

In Moses' day the Spirit was given by the imposition of hands; and Peter imparted the Spirit by the imposition of hands. Upon you also, who are to be baptized, the grace will come. In what manner I do not say, for I do not anticipate the proper time.… We learn clearly in the book of Kings [Samuel], of Samuel and David, how by the Holy Spirit they prophesied and were leaders of the prophets. …

Catechetical Lecture 16:26, 28 ↗