Dionysius of Corinth

Fragments

This work is a collection of fragments from the letters written by Dionysius, Bishop of Corinth in the late second century, addressed to various Christian churches of his time. Preserved primarily through citations in later historical writings, these fragments vividly depict the close communication and solidarity among early Christian communities. The contents are diverse, including expressions of deep gratitude and praise to the Roman church for its support, and the mention of the Epistle of Clement being read during Sunday services. Crucially, they also contain historical testimony regarding the Apostles Peter and Paul, stating that they planted the seeds of the Gospel in both Corinth and Rome and suffered martyrdom in Italy. Additionally, the fragments include protests against the falsification of Dionysius's own letters, alongside summaries of pastoral letters sent to churches in Greece and Asia Minor, serving as an invaluable resource for understanding the practices of the second-century Church.