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What the Fathers say
Eastern Fathers
John Chrysostom
"Do thy diligence to come before winter. Eubulus greeteth thee, and Pudens, and Linus, and Claudia, and all the brethren." This Linus, some say, was second Bishop of the Church of Rome after Peter.
Theophylact of Ohrid
Come quickly, since I have been completely abandoned by everyone, as you can see. He does not say: before my death, since that would cause grief, but: so as not to encounter difficulties from winter — to see me, although this is not stated. About this Linus, some say that he was the second bishop of the Roman Church after Peter. Do you see how the women too were zealous and fervent in faith, how they too crucified themselves to the world? For this sex is in no way inferior to men, if it so wills. …
Oecumenius
Make every effort to come before winter. "Until then," Paul says, "while I live, so that you do not see me having been delayed by the winter." and Linus. They say that this Linus became the second bishop of Rome after Peter. as does Claudia. Do you see how even women have been fierce and passionate, crucified to the world? Indeed, this kind is in no way inferior to men, provided they desire it. and all the brothers. Those mentioned by name were more fervent in faith.
Western Saints
Thomas Aquinas
When he suggests a good time for coming, he shows why he should come, and then pursues his intent. He should come for the benefit of those who remained in the other place; and in order to avoid troubled waters. Then he lists the persons who send greetings, as is clear.
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