7 Quotes & Sayings By Ignatius Of Antioch

Ignatius of Antioch was a Christian priest, bishop, theologian, and martyr. He was born in what is today Syria. Ignatius is known as the “Apostle to the Gentiles” because he poured out his heart for all who had not yet come to faith in Christ. He wrote letters, including one to the church at Smyrna which is where he was martyred Read more

Ignatius lived in the 2nd century AD.

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Stand like a beaten anvil. It is the part of a good athlete to be bruised and to prevail. Ignatius Of Antioch
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I am writing to all the churches to let it be known that I will gladly die for God if only you do not stand in my way... Let me be food for the wild beasts, for they are my way to God. Ignatius Of Antioch
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I have no taste for corruptible food nor for the pleasures of this life. I desire the Bread of God, which is the Flesh of Jesus Christ, who was of the seed of David, and for drink I desire His Blood, which is love incorruptible. Ignatius Of Antioch
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Take heed, then, often to come together to give thanks to God, and show forth His praise. For when you assemble frequently in the same place, the powers of Satan are destroyed, and the destruction at which he aims is prevented by the unity of your faith. Ignatius Of Antioch
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Let no rank puff up anyone for faith and love are paramount - the greatest blessings in the world. Ignatius Of Antioch
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May nothing entice me till I happily make my way to Jesus Christ! Fire, cross, struggles with wild beasts, wrenching of bones, mangling of limbs - let them come to me, provided only I make my way to Jesus Christ. Ignatius Of Antioch