1 Wherefore, my brethren, let us do the will of the Father which called us, that we may live; and let us the rather pursue virtue, but forsake vice as the forerunner of our sins, and let us flee from ungodliness, lest evils overtake us. (2CL) 2 For if we be diligent in doing good, peace will pursue us. (2CL) 3 For this cause is a man unable to *attain happiness*, seeing that they call in the fears of men, preferring rather the enjoyment which is here than the promise which is to come. (2CL)
2 Clement 10:1–3
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