“God-Fearers” and Christians

3rd–4th Centuries

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Greek Inscription from Tralles in Caria, Asia Minor

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I, Capitolina, worthy and a fearer of God, have made the entire platform and the inlay of the stairs in fulfillment of a vow to myself and my children and my grandchildren. Blessings.…

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Greek Inscription on Marble from Aphrodisias, Asia Minor

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God (the/our) helper [ . . . (?)] the ones listed below (members) of the decany of the disciples of the law…

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Against Christians Attending Synagogue

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I understand also that the Jews have been inviting some of you to their synagogues. Beware lest you fall into a greater, more deliberate sin, lest anyone commit the unforgivable sin of blasphemy…

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Against Christians Entering a Synagogue

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If any one, either of the clergy or laity, enters into a synagogue of the Jews or heretics to pray, let him be deprived and suspended. [ .…

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Christians Swearing Oaths in Synagogues

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Many, I know, respect the Jews and think that their present way of life is a venerable one. This is why I hasten to uproot and tear out…