49. К Касту, Валерию, Диофанту и Кириаку, пресвитерам антиохийским 38

That my most honest and most reverent master, Presbyter Constantius, left us, I regret that; but I rejoice that he went to you, and I rejoice more than I regret the separation from him. I am quite sure that in your love he will find a storm-proof haven. Even though countless dangers threatened from everywhere and the waves rose high, your position is such that, thanks to the courage that distinguishes you and your unfailing disposition and love, under your protection you can enjoy a clear calm in the midst of a storm. When he comes to you, please do everything for him as you should. You know what reward will await you if you try to help a person who is being wrongfully and maliciously slandered. We are not striving for anything, but only so that he is not offended contrary to all justice, so that he is not dragged and dragged in vain, tormenting him through the courts, for what he should have been rewarded and glorified. So, regarding him, this is our request; As for yourself, we ask you to constantly write to us and please us with news about your health. Although we are separated from you by a large space, for all that we always constantly carry you in our souls, are close to you and constantly see you. These are the eyes of love in people who know how to love sincerely. But you know this well yourself, since you also know how to love sincerely. The paragraphs in the text were arranged by us. – Editorial staff of “ABC of Faith” You might be interested in: