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To Eustathius, bishop of Himmeria. 2602<br />

Letter CLXXXIV. 2601<br />

Orphanhood is, I know, very dismal, <strong>and</strong> entails a great deal of work, because it deprives<br />

us of those who are set over us. Whence I conclude that you do not write to me, because<br />

you are depressed at what has happened to you, <strong>and</strong> at the same time are now very much<br />

occupied in visiting the folds of Christ, because they are attacked on every side by foes. But<br />

every grief finds consolation in communication with sympathising friends. Do then, I beg<br />

you, as often as you can, write to me. You will both refresh yourself by speaking to me, <strong>and</strong><br />

you will comfort me by letting me hear from you. I shall endeavour to do the same to you,<br />

as often as my work lets me. Pray yourself, <strong>and</strong> entreat all the brotherhood earnestly to<br />

importune the Lord, to grant us one day release from the present distress.<br />

2601 Placed in 374.<br />

2602 Nothing more is known of this Eustathius. Himmeria is in Osrhoene.<br />

To Eustathius, bishop of Himmeria.<br />

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