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NPNF2-08. Basil: Letters and Select Works - Holy Bible Institute

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To Gregory my friend.Letter XIX. 1908To Gregory my friend. 1909I received a letter from you the day before yesterday. It is shewn to be yours not somuch by the h<strong>and</strong>writing as by the peculiar style. Much meaning is expressed in few words.I did not reply on the spot, because I was away from home, <strong>and</strong> the letter-carrier, after hehad delivered the packet to one of my friends, went away. Now, however, I am able to addressyou through Peter, <strong>and</strong> at the same time both to return your greeting, <strong>and</strong> give you an opportunityfor another letter. There is certainly no trouble in writing a laconic dispatch likethose which reach me from you.1908 Placed by the Ben. Ed. shortly after <strong>Basil</strong>’s ordination as priest.1909 i.e.Gregory of Nazianzus, <strong>and</strong> so Letter xiv.399

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