The Martyrdom of Ignatius
by Ignatius
An early account of Ignatius' journey to Rome and his death in the amphitheatre.
Chapter I.—Desire of Ignatius for martyrdom.Chapter II.—Ignatius is condemned by Trajan.Chapter III.—Ignatius sails to Smyrna.Chapter IV.—Ignatius writes to the churches.Chapter V.—Ignatius is brought to Rome.Chapter VI.—Ignatius is devoured by the beasts at Rome.Chapter VII.—Ignatius appears in a vision after his death.