The Pastor of Hermas: Book First.—Visions
by Hermas
Visions granted to a Roman Christian, picturing the church as an aged woman and as a tower still being built.
1. Vision First. Against Filthy and Proud Thoughts, and the Carelessness of Hermas in Chastising His Sons.2. Vision Second. Again, of His Neglect in Chastising His Talkative Wife and His Lustful Sons, and of His Character.3. Vision Third. Concerning the Building of the Triumphant Church, and the Various Classes of Reprobate Men.4. Vision Fourth. Concerning the Trial and Tribulation that are to Come Upon Men.5. Vision Fifth. Concerning the Commandments.