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c. 90 – 155 AD
Clement of Rome
died c. 99 AD
Rome, Italy
Overview
An early leader of the Roman church, traditionally counted among its first bishops. He wrote 1 Clement to the Corinthians to calm a revolt against their presbyters.
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His letter was so highly regarded that some churches read it publicly in worship.
Major Writings
1 Clement (Letter to the Corinthians)
His only surviving authentic work; a letter on church unity.
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The Apostolic Fathers
The generation closest to the Apostles, writing to steady fragile churches, preserve unity, and hand on the faith they had received.
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