The Canon and How Much Did Early Christians Refer to the New Testament - Notes

(March 26, 2022)

 

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Since there has been interest in the books of the Bible due to the book and movie, The da Vinci Code, it might in of interest to know what books early church writers referred to.

 

This gives one or a few quotes of every book each pre-Nicene Christian writer referenced. This is an abbreviated version of a longer spreadsheet that gives all of the New Testament quotes by Pre-Nicene writers at www.biblequery.org/Bible/BibleCanon/EarlychristianNTQuotes.xlsx. This documents where they quoted 61.1% of all of the verses of the New Testament.

 

We should remember what Theonas said. “Let no day pass by without reading some portion of the Sacred Scriptures, at such convenient hour as offers, and giving some space to meditation. And never cast off the habit of reading in the Holy Scriptures; for nothing feeds the soul and enriches the mind so well as those sacred studies do.” Letter of Theonas (c.300 A.D.), Bishop of Alexandria, to Lucianus, the Chief Chamberlain ch.9 p.161

Contents

Apostolic Fathers Together 1

Papias disciple of John (95-110 A.D.) 1

The Elder [Papias?] (95-117 A.D.) 1

Christians of Vienna and Lugdunum (177 A.D.) 1

Claudius Apollinaris of Hierapolis (160-177/180 A.D.) 1

Melito of Sardis (170-177/180 A.D.) 1

Theophilus of Antioch (161-181/188 A.D.) 1

Caius and the Muratorian Canon. 1

Apollonius of Ephesus (c.210 A.D.) 1

Clement of Alexandria (193-217/220 A.D.) 1

Asterius Urbanus (c.232 A.D.) 1

Hippolytus (222-235/6 A.D.) 1

Julius Africanus (232-245 A.D.) 1

Gnostic Naassenes. 1

Origen (225-254 A.D.) 1

Novatian (250-257 A.D.) 1

Treatise Against Novatian (254-256 A.D.) 1

Treatise On Rebaptism (254-257 A.D.) 1

Cyprian of Carthage (c.246-258 A.D.) 1

Roman Elders to Cyprian (Letter 2) (250-251 A.D.) 1

Moyses et al to Cyprian (Letter 25) (250-251 A.D.) 1

Cornelius to Cyprian (Letters 45,47) (246-256 A.D.) 1

Roman Elders to Cyprian (Letters 2, 29, 30) (250-251 A.D.) 1

Firmilian to Cyprian (Letter 74) (256 A.D.) 1

Seventh Council of Carthage (258 A.D.) 1

Pontius (after 258 A.D.) 1

Gregory Thaumaturgus (240-265 A.D.) 1

Dionysius of Alexandria (246-265 A.D.) 1

Dionysius of Rome (259-269 A.D.) 1

Malchion (270 A.D.) 1

Anatolius of Alexandria (270-280 A.D.) 1

Phileas of Thmuis (martyred 306/307 A.D.) 1

Pierius of Alexandria (c.275 A.D.) 1

Adamantius (c.300 A.D.) 1

Theonas of Alexandria (c.300 A.D.) 1

Arnobius (297-303 A.D.) 1

Victorinus of Petau in Austria (martyred 304 A.D.) 1

Pamphilus (martyred 309 A.D.) 1

Peter of Alexandria (285-311 A.D.) 1

Methodius (270-311/312 A.D.) 1

Hesychius, Pachomius, Phileas, and Theodorus. 1

Lactantius (c.303-320/325 A.D.) 1

Alexander of Alexandria (313-326 A.D.) 1

 

 

The following is a summary of evidence of how many books early writers referenced. See the spreadsheet mentioned above for an exhaustive list of scripture references.

 

 

Apostolic Fathers Together

 

“The Apostolic Fathers quoted from at least 17 books of Scripture”. This is accurate except that the count is actually 18 books if you include Polycarp quoting one-fourth a verse of Galatians “God is not mocked” (3 out of 14 Greek words).

 

The quoted books are: Mt, Mk, Lk, Acts, Rom, 1 Cor, 2 Cor, Galatians, Ephesians, 1 Thessalonians, 2 Thessalonians, 1 Timothy, 2 Timothy, Titus, Hebrews, James, 1 Peter, 1 John, Revelation

 

Here are the rest of the quotes:

Clement of Rome (96-98 A.D.) quotes Matthew 18:6 (also Mark 9:42) as by the Lord Jesus Christ. 1 Clement ch.46 p.17-18

Letter of Polycarp to the Philippians ch.2 p.33 (110-155 A.D.) quotes all of Matthew 7:1 “but be mindful of what the Lord said in His teaching: ‘Judge not, that ye be not judged;”

Clement of Rome (96-98 A.D.) quotes Mark 7:6 1 (Also Matthew 15:8; Isaiah 29:13) 1 Clement ch.15 vol.1 p.9

Polycarp (100-155 A.D.) quotes Luke 6:36 Polycarp’s Letter to the Philippians ch.2 p.33

Clement of Rome (96-98 A.D.) quotes 1/4 of Acts 20:35f (5 words out of 26 words) 1 Clement vol.1 ch.2 p.5

Polycarp (100-155 A.D.) quotes half of Acts 2:24a (7 out of 15 Greek words) Polycarp’s Letter to the Philippians ch.1 p.33

Clement of Rome (96-98 A.D.) quotes Romans 1:32b 1 Clement ch.35 p.14

Clement of Rome (96-98 A.D.) quotes 1 Corinthians 2:9 1 Clement ch.34 p.14

Polycarp (100-155 A.D.) quotes one-fourth of Galatians 6:7 “God is not mocked” (3 out of 14 Greek words) Polycarp’s Letter to the Philippians ch.5 p.34

Ignatius: Paul wrote a letter to the Ephesians according to Ignatius’ Letter to the Ephesians ch.12 p.55

Polycarp (100-155 A.D.)  quotes Ephesians 4:26 “For I trust that ye are well versed in the Sacred Scriptures, …It is declared then in these Scriptures, ‘Be ye angry, and sin not,’ and , ‘Let not the sun go down upon your wrath.’”  (12/12 words of the verse) Polycarp’s Letter to the Philippians ch.12 p.35

Ignatius quotes 1 Thessalonians 5:17 Ignatius’ Letter to Polycarp ch.1 p.93

Polycarp (100-155 A.D.) quotes half of 2 Thessalonians 3:15a (5 out of 9 Greek words) Polycarp’s Letter to the Philippians ch.11 p.35

Ignatius quotes one-fourth of 1 Timothy 1:1 “Jesus Christ who is our hope” Ignatius’ Letter to the Magnesians ch.1 p.64

Polycarp (100-155 A.D.) quotes 1 Timothy 6:7 “Knowing, therefore, that ‘as we brought nothing into the world, so we can carry nothing out,’ (11 out of 12 words) Polycarp’s Letter to the Philippians ch.4 p.34

Polycarp (100-155 A.D.) quotes half of 1 Timothy 6:10a. “But the love of money is the root of all evils.” (8 out of 21 words) Polycarp’s Letter to the Philippians ch.4 p.34

Polycarp: (100-155 A.D.) quotes 2 Timothy 2:12 He [the Lord] has promised to us that He will raise us again from the dead, and that if we live worthily of Him, ‘we shall also reign together with Him,’ provided only we believe.”  Polycarp’s Letter to the Philippians ch.5 p.34

Clement of Rome (96-98 A.D.) quotes half of Titus 3:1b “Ye never grudged any act of kindness, being ‘ready to every good work.’ (6 out of 13 words) 1 Clement ch.2 vol.1 p.5

Clement of Rome (96-98 A.D.) quotes Heb 1:4. “’who being the brightness of His majesty, is by so much greater than the angels, as He hath by inheritance obtained a more excellent name than they.’ For it is thus written, ‘Who maketh His angels spirits, and His ministers a flame of fire.’ But concerning His Son the Lord spoke thus: ‘thou are my Son, to-day have I begotten Thee. As of Me, and I will give Thee the heathen for Thine inheritance, and the uttermost parts of the earth for Thy possession.’ And again He said to Him, ‘site thou at Mu right hand, until I make Thine enemies thy footstool.’” 1 Clement ch.36 vol.1 p.15

Clement of Rome (96-98 A.D.) quotes half of Heb 3:2b 1 Clement ch.17 vol.1 p.10

Clement of Rome (96-98 A.D.) quotes three-fourths of Heb 10:37 1 Clement ch.23 vol.1 p.11

Clement of Rome (96-98 A.D.) quotes James 4:6 (same as 1 Peter 5:5b; Proverbs 3:34) 1 Clement ch.30 vol.1 p.13

Polycarp (110-155 A.D.) quotes all of 1 Peter 2:22 in Letter to the Philippians ch.8 p.35.

Polycarp (110-155 A.D.) quotes the first half of 1 Peter 3:9. Letter to the Philippians ch.2 p.33. He also quotes the last fourth of 1 Peter 1:11 in ch.5 p.34. He quotes the first half of 1 Peter 2:23 in ch.8 p.35

Polycarp (100-155 A.D.) quotes half of 1 John 4:3a,c (13 out of 34 Greek words, with gaps) Polycarp’s Letter to the Philippians ch.7 p.34

Clement of Rome (96-98 A.D.) quotes: Revelation 22:12 p.14 (This is also the same as Isaiah 40:10; 62:11) 1 Clement ch.34 vol.1 p.14

 

 

Clement of Rome (96-98 A.D.)

 

Tertullian (198-220 A.D.) “For this is the manner in which the apostolic churches transmit their registers: as the church of Smyrna, which records that Polycarp was placed therein by John, as also the church of Rome, which makes Clement to have been ordained in like manner by Peter.. In exactly the same way the other churches likewise exhibit (their several worthies), whom, as heaving been appointed to their episcopal places by apostles, they regard as transmitters of the apostolic seed.” Prescription Against Heretics ch.32 p.158

 

When did Clement of Rome Martyr write?

Most hold to c.96 A.D, or 97 A.D., and a few 70 A.D.

The Ante-Nicene Fathers vol.1 p.2 says “there was controversy over when Clement wrote this letter. It happened right after a great persecution ended, and there were two persecutions: Nero’s in 68 A.D. and Domitian’s [96 A.D.]. However, now it is generally agreed that is was right after the second persecution. So Ante-Nicene Fathers p.2 says “the Epistle may be dated about A.D. 97.”

David W. Bercot’s A Dictionary of Early Christian Beliefs p.70 says c.96 A.D.

Cyril C. Richardson in Early Christian Fathers says Clement wrote “about 96 A.D.”.

The Anchor Bible Dictionary vol.,1 p.1055 says “late 1st century C.E.”

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Apostolic_Fathers says c.96 A.D.

http://www.newadvent.org/cathen/04012c.htm  (2/26/2011) does not give a date for when 1 Clement was written, but it suggests that he died 99 A.D.

Titus Flavius Clemens was a Roman proconsul who was executed on the charge of “atheism” in 95 A.D. “Atheism” was a common charge against Christians believed they were “Atheistic” towards the Roman gods. If he was the author of 1 Clement, then it had to have been written before 96 A.D. It is not known for sure if he was the author or not. However, early Christians never suggested that he was the author.

 

Matthew 18:6 quotes as by the Lord Jesus Christ: Mt 18:6 (Also Mark 9:42) 1 Clement ch.46 vol.1 p.17-18; vol.9 p.243

1 Clement Quote: Mark 7:6 (Also Matthew 15:8; Isaiah 29:13) 1 Clement ch.15 vol.1 p.9 vol.9 p.233

half Quote Luke 6:38a,b 1 Clement ch.13 vol.1 p.8 vol.9 p.233

Acts 20:35f  one-fourth quote 1 Clement ch.2 vol.1 p.5; vol.9 p.229 (5 words out of 26 words)

Clement of Rome (96-98 A.D.) quotes Romans 1:32b 1 Clement ch.34 vol.1 p.14; vol.9 p.239

1 Clement Quote: 1 Corinthians 2:9 1 Clement ch.34 vol.1 p.14, vol.9 p.239

Colossians 1:18 1 Clement ch.24 vol.1 p.11; vol.9 p.236 (mention of first fruits) allusion

1 Thessalonians 2:12,13 1 Clement vol.1 p.11 allusion

Not really. Clement of Rome (96/98 A.D.) (partial) says not to do things out of partiality, as does 1 Timothy 5:21, but this is too general to count as an allusion. 1 Clement vol.1 ch.21 p.11

Titus 3:1b half quote: 1 Clement vol.1 p.5

Titus 5:1b half Quote 1 Clement vol.1 p.5

Clement of Rome (96-98 A.D.) quotes Hebrews 1:4 Quote:1 Clement vol.1 p.15

Clement of Rome (96-98 A.D.) quotes half of Hebrews 3:2b 1 Clement vol.1 p.10

Clement of Rome (96-98 A.D.) quotes one-fourth of Hebrews 10:37 1 Clement vol.1 ch.23 vol.1 p.11 vol.9 p.236

Clement of Rome (96-98 A.D.) James 4:6 quote (also 1 Peter 5:5b; Proverbs 3:34) 1 Clement vol.1 p.13

Clement of Rome (96-98 A.D.) 2 Peter 2:5 Allusion 1 Clement ch.7 vol.1 p.7 vol.9 p.231

Clement of Rome (96-98 A.D.) Revelation 22:12 (also Isaiah 40:10; 62:11) Quote 1 Clement ch.34 vol.1 p.14; vol.9 p.239

 

 

 

Papias disciple of John (95-110 A.D.)

 

When did Papias write?

Roberts & Donaldson in Ante-Nicene Fathers vol.1 p.151 says Papias “[70-155 A.D.]” “Later writers affirm that he suffered martyrdom about A.D. 163.”

David W. Bercot’s A Dictionary of Early Christian Beliefs p.xix says “c. 60-130”

Vernon Bartlet shows that earlier, later dates are incorrect, and a more likely range is 95-110 A.D. JETS 26/2 June 1983 p.181-191. http://www.etsjets.org/files/JETS-PDFs/26/26-2/26-2-pp181-191_JETS.pdf

 

Papias refers by name to the books of Mark, Matthew, First Epistle of John and the Epistle of Peter. Fragment 6 from Eusebius’ Ecclesiastical History book 3 ch.39 p.173. Eusebius is writing, and Eusebius questioned 2 Peter, so the Epistle of Peter would refer to 1 Peter.

Eusebius of Caesarea in his Ecclesiastical History book 3 ch.39 p.170-171 says Papias wrote this: “But concerning Matthew he [Papias] writes as follows: ‘So then Matthew wrote the oracles in the Hebrew language, and every one interpreted them as he was able.” So it might be that the Gospel of Matthew was originally written in Hebrew and then translated into Greek.

Eusebius of Caesarea writes, “As the Presbyters say” and later quotes 1 Corinthians 15:25,26 as said by the apostle. Then quotes 1 Corinthians 15:27,28 Fragment 5 vol.1 p.154. However, footnote 2 says “it is a mere guess that the saying of the presbyters is taken from the work of Papias.” So 1 Corinthians is not counted at all for Papias.

 

Arthur Cushan McGiffert in his translation of The Church History of Eusebius footnote 20 p.154 says “The Apocalypse is one of the best authenticated books of the New Testament. It was used by Papias…” While I fully agree with the other things he says about Revelation (the Apocalypse) there is some uncertainty about Papias referring to the Book of Revelation.

Evidence that Papias Referred to Revelation

In fragment 8 (from Andreas Caesariensis) “With regard to the inspiration of the book (Revelation), we deem it superfluous to add another word; for the blessed Gregory Thaumaturgus and Cyril, and even men of still older date, Papias, Irenaeus, Methodius, and Hippolytus, bore entirely satisfactory testimony to it.”

“The same person [Papias], moreover, has set down other things as coming to him from unwritten tradition, amongst these some strange parables and instructions of the Saviour, and some other things of a more fabulous nature. Amongst these he says that there will be a millennium after the resurrection from the dead, when the personal reign of Christ will be established on this earth….” [This is clearly taught in Revelation 20 and no where else in the Bible] Fragment 6 p.154. From Eusebius’ Ecclesiastical History book 3 ch.39. Eusebius was against chiliasm, and thought to be biased against Papias and not confirming the canonicity of the Book of Revelation because of this.

On the other hand…

Papias was a direct disciple of John the apostle, so one could argue that the previous quote is from what Papias got from John verbally, not from the book of Revelation. However, the fragment from Andreas Caesariensis (written 500 A.D.) says that Papias among others bore witness to the book of Revelation. If Andreas had additional information besides what was in Irenaeus, Eusebius, and Jerome, this would be an allusion. If not, then this would not be an allusion. So this counts as a question mark.

 

 

The Elder [Papias?] (95-117 A.D.)

 

The Elders (95-117 A.D.) [Papias?] quote half of John 14:2 as “The Lord said”. “that on this account the Lord said, ‘In my Father’s house are many mansions:’” fragment 5 p.154

 

 

 

Ignatius (c.100-117 A.D.)

 

There are longer and shorter recensions of Ignatius, but this is only from the shorter recension. There are also some spurious letters from Ignatius, and these are not included here.

 

Matthew 3:15m half Quote Epistle of Ignatius to the Smyrnaeans ch.1 p.86

Matthew 16:26a half Quote Epistle of Ignatius to the Romans ch.6 p.77

Mt 18:19 Allusion Epistle of Ignatius to the Ephesians ch.5 p.51

one-fourth quote of Mt 19:12f Epistle of Ignatius to the Smyrnaeans ch.6 p.89

Ignatius of Antioch (c.100-117 A.D.) alludes to John 3:8. “For it knows both whence it comes and whither it goes” Epistle of Ignatius to the Philadelphians ch.7 p.83

1 Corinthians 1:20 one-fourth Quote Epistle of Ignatius to the Ephesians ch.18 p.56-57. After this is a paraphrase, but it is an unmistakable reference.

1 Corinthians 3:16; 6:19 Allusion Epistle of Ignatius to the Philadelphians ch.7 p.84

1 Corinthians 6:19 Allusion “we are temples of God” in Epistle of Ignatius to the Ephesians ch.15 p.56

Ignatius of Antioch (c.110-117 A.D.) quotes 9 out of 18 words of 2 Corinthians 4:18f. Epistle of Ignatius to the Romans ch.3 p.74

Paul wrote a letter to the Ephesians according to Epistle of Ignatius to the Ephesians ch.12 p.55

Ephesians 5:2 partial quote Epistle of Ignatius to the Ephesians ch.1 p.49

Ephesians 5:25a half quote Epistle of Ignatius to Polycarp ch.5 p.100

1 Thessalonians 5:17 quote Epistle of Ignatius to Polycarp ch.1 p.93

Ignatius (c.110-117 A.D.) quotes one-fourth of 1 Timothy 1:1 “Jesus Christ who is our hope” Epistle of Ignatius to the Magnesians ch.1 p.64

Titus 1:2 Allusion “before the beginning of time” Epistle of Ignatius to the Magnesians ch.6 p.61

James 4:6 (not 6 4 not 4 words quoted) also 1 Peter 5:5m (not 11 4 not 4 words quotes) Epistle of Ignatius to the Ephesians ch.5 p.51

Ignatius (100-107/116 A.D.) alludes to 1 Peter 2:5 “which were sown by them, as being stones of the temple of the Father, prepared for the building of God the Father” Epistle of Ignatius to the Ephesians ch.9 p.53

Ignatius (100-107/116 A.D.) quotes a small part of 1 Peter 5:5, which is also one-fourth of James 4:6 and Proverbs 3:34. “For it is written, ‘God resists the proud.’” Epistle of Ignatius to the Ephesians ch.5 p.51

Ignatius (c.110-117 A.D.) quotes half of 1 John 3:7a and alludes to 1 John 3:10 in Epistle of Ignatius to the Ephesians ch.14 p.55

 

Among spurious or corrupt works

pseudo-Ignatius (after 117 A.D.) quotes 2 Thessalonians 3:10 in the Latin version of the Epistle of Ignatius to the Magnesians ch.9 p.62

 

 

Didache (c.60-120 A.D.)

 

When was the Didache Written?

 

Cyril C. Richardson in Early Christian Fathers p.161 says scholars once believe the Didache was “as early as A.D. 70-90. Recent study, however, has conclusively shown that, in the form we have it, it belongs to the second century. There is, nevertheless, no unanimity among scholars about its exact date and purpose.”

 

The Didache  (=Teaching of the Twelve Apostles) (c.60-120 A.D.) vol.7 ch.1 p.377 quotes Luke 6:30 “Give to every one that asks you, and ask it not back;”

Didache(=Teaching of the Twelve Apostles) (c.60-120 A.D.) vol.7 ch.1 p.377 quotes one-fourth of 1 Peter 2:11.

Didache (=Teaching of the Twelve Apostles) (c.60-120 A.D.) vol.7 ch.16 p.382 alludes to 1 Peter 4:12, “the fire of trial”

The Didache  (=Teaching of the Twelve Apostles) (c.60-120 A.D.)  ch.16 p.382 alludes to Revelation 12:9 and other verses. It says, “then shall appear the world-deceiver as Son of God, and shall do signs and wonders, and the earth shall be delivered into his hands, and he shall do iniquitous things which have never yet come to pass since the beginning. Then shall the creation of men come into the fire of trial, and many shall be made to stumble and shall perish; but they that endure in their faith shall be saved from under the curse itself. And then shall appear the sings of the truth; first, the sign of an outspreading in heaven; then the sign of the sound of the trumpet; and the third, the resurrection of the dead; yet not of all, but as it is said: The Lord shall come and all His saints with Him. Then shall the world see the Lord coming upon the clouds of heaven.”

The Didache  (=Teaching of the Twelve Apostles) (c.60-120 A.D.)  ch.11 p.380 uses the word Maranatha, which is in Revelation 22:20.

 

http://www.newadvent.org/cathen/04779a.htm says “the Didache must be set either in the first century or else in some backwater of church life…. Since in that work the visit of an apostle or of a pretended apostle is contemplated as a not improbable event, we cannot place the book later than about 80. The limit, would seem to be from 65 to 80. Harnack gives 131-160, holding that Barnabas and the Didache independently employ a Christianized form of the Jewish "Two Ways", while Did., xvi, is citing Barnabas — a somewhat roundabout hypothesis. He places Barnabas in 131, and the Didache later than this. Those who date Barnabas under Vespasian mostly make the Didache the borrower in cc. i-v and xvi. Many, with Funk, place Barnabas under Nerva. The commoner view is that which puts the Didache before 100. Bartlett agrees with Ehrhard that 80-90 is the most probable decade. Sabatier, Minasi, Jacquier, and others have preferred a date even before 70.”

 

 

Epistle of Barnabas (c.70-130 A.D.)

 

When was the Epistle of Barnabas written?

Roberts & Donaldson in Ante-Nicene Fathers vol.1 p.151 says “[A.D. 100]”

David W. Bercot’s A Dictionary of Early Christian Beliefs p.xvi says “c.70-110” [A.D.]

 

Epistle of Barnabas ch.16.3 refers to the destruction of Jerusalem in 70 A.D., so it undoubtedly was written after that.

Clement of Alexandria (193-217/220 A.D.) quoted from the Epistle of Barnabas, so it had to be before that.

 

http://www.newadvent.org/cathen/02299a.htm  (2/26/2011) says, “It is necessary, therefore, to fall back on verses 3-5 of chapter xvi. Reference is here made to the command given by Adrian in A.D. 130 for the reconstruction, in honour of Jupiter, of the Temple at Jerusalem, which had been destroyed by Titus. Adrian had also forbidden the Jews to practice circumcision. The writer of the letter makes allusion to this (ch. ix, 4). The epistle must, consequently, have been written in A.D. 130-131.”

The Epistle of Barnabas ch.16 says, “Ye perceived that their hope is vain. Moreover, He again says, ‘Behold, they who have cast down this temple [in Jerusalem], even though they shall build it up again.’ It has so happened. For through their going to war, it was destroyed by their enemies, and now they, as servants of their enemies, shall rebuild it.”

However, it was not the Jews who rebuilt the Temple as a temple to Jupiter, so this is problematic.

 

The Epistle of Barnabas (c.70-130 A.D.) ch.4 p.139 quotes Matthew 22:14

The Epistle of Barnabas (c.70-130 A.D.) ch.19 p.148 quotes half of Matthew 5:42 (also Luke 6:30)

The Epistle of Barnabas (c.70-130 A.D.) ch.5 p.139 quotes half of Matthew 9:13b

The Epistle of Barnabas (c.70-130 A.D.) ch.4 p.139 quotes Matthew 20:16b (Ephraemi Rescriptus, Byzantine Lectionary)

The Epistle of Barnabas (c.70-130 A.D.) ch.12 p.145 quotes Matthew 22:43-45 (also Psalm 110:1)

The Epistle of Barnabas (c.70-130 A.D.) ch.5 p.139 quotes half of Mark 2:17b (also Matthew 9:13b; Luke 5:32)

The Epistle of Barnabas (c.70-130 A.D.) ch.5 p.139 quotes Luke 5:32 (also Matthew 9:13; Mark 2:17)

The Epistle of Barnabas (c.70-130 A.D.) ch.19 p.148 quotes half of Luke 6:30 (also Matthew 5:42)

The Epistle of Barnabas (c.70-130 A.D.) ch.6 p.141 alludes to John 1:14 “He was to be manifested in flesh, and to sojourn among us.”

The Epistle of Barnabas (c.70-130 A.D.) ch.7 p.142 alludes to Acts 14:22

2 Corinthians Allusion: Epistle of Barnabas (c.70-130 A.D.) ch.18 p.148

Colossians 1:16 Allusion: Epistle of Barnabas (c.70-130 A.D.) ch.12 p.145

Epistle of Barnabas (c.70-130 A.D.) ch.12 p.145 alludes to 1 Timothy 3:16

Epistle of Barnabas (c.70-130 A.D.) ch.6 p.141 quotes Hebrews 2:12 (also Psalm 22:23)

Epistle of Barnabas (c.70-130 A.D.) ch.19 p.149 alludes to James 1:8

Epistle of Barnabas (c.70-130 A.D.) ch.15 p.146 alludes to 2 Peter 3:8

 

 

Epistle to Diognetus (c.130-200 A.D.)

 

When was the Epistle to Diognetus written?

Roberts & Donaldson in Ante-Nicene Fathers vol.1 p.23 says “[A.D. 130]”

David W. Bercot A Dictionary of Early Christian Beliefs p.370 says “c.125” [A.D.]

The Anchor Bible Dictionary vol.2 p.201 says “late 2d century” and “from around A.D. 200”

www.NewAdvent.org/cathen/05008b.htm (2/26/2011) says, “the date is anywhere between the Apostles and the age of Constantine. It was clearly composed during a severe persecution.”

 

“…the faith of the gospels is established, and the tradition of the Apostles is preserved…” To Diognetus (c.130-200 A.D.) ch.11 p.29

 

Letter to Diognetus ch.9 p.28 (c.130-200 A.D.) alludes to Matthew 6:25 says that the Savior taught us to trust in … so that we should not be anxious concerning clothing and food.

Letter to Diognetus ch.8 p.28 (c.130-200 A.D.) alludes to Matthew 19:17

Letter to Diognetus (c.130-200 A.D.) ch.6 p.27 alludes to John 17:11,14,16

Letter to Diognetus (c.130-200 A.D.) ch.5 p.27 (3/4 quote) quotes 11 out of 16 words of 2 Corinthians 6:10.

Letter to Diognetus (c.130-200 A.D.) ch.5 p.27 alludes to 2 Corinthians 6:9.

Letter to Diognetus ch.4 p.26 alludes to Galatians 4:10. “observing months and days” To Diognetus p.26

Allusion: Philippians 3:20 “citizens of heaven” To Diognetus ch.5 p.27

Letter to Diognetus (c.130-200 A.D.) ch.11 p.29 alludes to 1 Timothy 3:16

Letter to Diognetus (c.130-200 A.D.) ch.6 p.27 alludes to 1 Peter 2:11

Letter to Diognetus (c.130-200 A.D.) ch.8 p.28 alludes to 1 Peter 3:15 (4 out of 30 words)

 

 

Polycarp (c.150 A.D.)

 

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Apostolic_Fathers says Polycarp lived from 69-150 A.D.

 

Letter of Polycarp to the Philippians ch.2 p.33 (110-155 A.D.) quotes all of Matthew 7:1 “but be mindful of what the Lord said in His teaching: ‘Judge not, that ye be not judged;’”

Matthew 6:13a half quote Polycarp’s Letter to the Philippians ch.7 p.34-35

Matthew 26:41b half quote Polycarp’s Letter to the Philippians ch.7 p.34-35

Mark 14:38b half quote Polycarp’s Letter to the Philippians ch.7 p.34-35

Polycarp (100-155 A.D.) quotes a third of Luke 6:37 “forgive, and it shall be forgiven unto you;” Polycarp’s Letter to the Philippians ch.2 p.33.

Polycarp (100-155 A.D.) quotes what is Matthew 7:2 and Luke 6:38. “with what measure ye mete, it shall be measured to you again;” Polycarp’s Letter to the Philippians ch.3 p.33.

Polycarp (100-155 A.D.) quotes loosely what is both Matthew 5:3,10 and Luke 6:20. “Blessed are the poor, and those that are persecuted for righteousness’ sake, for theirs is the kingdom of God.” Polycarp’s Letter to the Philippians ch.3 p.33.

These are all the references Polycarp’s letter has to Luke.

Acts 2:24a half quote (7 out of 15 Greek words) Polycarp’s Letter to the Philippians ch.1 p.33

Acts 17:31 allusion Polycarp’s Letter to the Philippians ch.2 p.33

Romans 14:10f (7/22 words quoted) Rom 14:12 1 and a half quote Polycarp’s Letter to the Philippians ch.6 p.34

Romans 8:11a one-fourth quote Polycarp’s Letter to the Philippians ch.2 p.33 (also three-fourths of 2 Cor 4:14)

Romans 12:17 allusion ch.6 p.34 (also 2 Cor 8:31)

1 Corinthians 6:9,10b 1 and a half Quote Polycarp’s Letter to the Philippians ch.5 p.34

2 Corinthians 4:14a Allusion Polycarp’s Letter to the Philippians ch.2 p.33 (also Rom 8:11a one-fourth )

2 Corinthians 8:21b half quote Polycarp’s Letter to the Philippians ch.6 p.34 (also Romans 12:17)

Galatians 6:7 one-fourth Quote Polycarp’s Letter to the Philippians ch.5 p.34

Galatians 2:2 allusion Polycarp’s Letter to the Philippians ch.9 p.35

Ephesians 4:26 quote “For I trust that ye are well versed in the Sacred Scriptures, …It is declared then in these Scriptures, ‘Be ye angry, and sin not,’ and , ‘Let not the sun go down upon your wrath.’”  (12/12 words of the verse) Polycarp’s Letter to the Philippians ch.12 p.35

Polycarp (100-155 A.D.) says that the blessed and glorified Paul wrote the Philippians a letter. Letter to the Philippians ch.3 p.33 He also alludes to Philippians 2:16 in ch.9 p.35

1 Thessalonians 5:17 full quote of two words "pray continually" Polycarp’s Letter to the Philippians ch.4 p.34

2 Thessalonians 3:15a (5 out of 9 words) Letter of Polycarp to the Philippians ch.11 p.35

Polycarp (100-155 A.D.) quotes 1 Timothy 6:7 “Knowing, therefore, that ‘as we brought nothing into the world, so we can carry nothing out,’ (11 out of 12 words) Polycarp’s Letter to the Philippians ch.4 p.34

Polycarp (100-155 A.D.) quotes the first half of 1 Timothy 6:10. “But the love of money is the root of all evils.” (8 out of 21 words) Polycarp’s Letter to the Philippians ch.4 p.34

2 Timothy 2:12 (not 3 1 not 5 words quoted)  ("we shall reign with Him") Polycarp’s Letter to the Philippians ch.5 p.34

Polycarp (110-155 A.D.) quotes all of 1 Peter 2:22 in Letter to the Philippians ch.8 p.35.

Polycarp (110-155 A.D.) quotes the first half of 1 Peter 3:9. Letter to the Philippians ch.2 p.33. He also quotes the last fourth of 1 Peter 1:11 in ch.5 p.34. He quotes the first half of 1 Peter 2:23 ch.8 p.35. Polycarp quotes the first half of 1 Peter 2:24 in ch.9 p.35. He alludes to  1 Peter 1:8 in ch.1 p.33, 1 Peter 1:13 in ch.3 p.33, and 1 Peter 4:7 in ch.7 p.34

1 John 4:3a,c half quote (13 out of 34 words, with gaps) Polycarp’s Letter to the Philippians ch.7 p.34

1 John 4:9 Allusion Polycarp’s Letter to the Philippians ch.9 p.35 we might live in him

 

 “A.D. 125 Polycarp quotes Ephesians twice and refers to it as ‘Sacred Scripture.’”

 

Ephesians 4:26 “For I trust that ye are well versed in the Sacred Scriptures, …It is declared then in these Scriptures, ‘Be ye angry, and sin not,’ and , ‘Let not the sun go down upon your wrath.’”  (12/12 words of the verse) Polycarp’s Letter to the Philippians ch.12 p.35

Ephesians 2:8,9 quote Polycarp’s Letter to the Philippians ch.1 p.33

Ephesians 6:11 allusion Polycarp’s Letter to the Philippians ch.4 p.34

 

 

Evarestus Martyrdom of Polycarp (c.169 A.D.)

 

Evarestus (c.169 A.D.) quotes part of 1 Corinthian 2:9 (not 3 13 not 7 words, swapping the first two quotes phrases. Martyrdom of Polycarp ch.2 p.39

 

 

Justin Martyr (c.138-165 A.D.)

 

When did Justin Martyr write?

Roberts & Donaldson in Ante-Nicene Fathers say he lived from 110-165 A.D. (p.159), though he may have been born in 114 A.D. p.160

He became a martyr under Marcus Aurelius. The Chronicon Paschale gives the date at 165 A.D.

David W. Bercot’s A Dictionary of Early Christian Beliefs p.38,218 gives a date for Justin at c.160 A.D.)

The Anchor Bible Dictionary vol.3 p.1133 says Justin war martyred 165 A.D.

 

The First Apology of Justin says that Christ was born 150 years ago. (p.178) This dates The First Apology of Justin but not necessarily his other works.

Cyril C. Richardson in Early Christian Fathers says that the Justin’s First Apology speaks of an episode under the Felix prefect of Alexandria. Felix held the prefecture from 151-154 A.D. “We may date it safely about 155.” Also Justin’s First Apology is addressed to the Emperor Antonius Pius, who began as emperor in 147 A.D. Richardson says the events of the Dialogue with Trypho may have been before Justin’s First Apology but he thinks the Writing of the Dialogue with Trypho was written after the First Apology.

http://www.christianitytoday.com/ch/131christians/evangelistsandapologists/martyr.html says the Dialogue with Trypho took place about 132 A.D., and his first apology was written 155 A.D. It says Justin Martyr died 165 A.D.

Wikipedia says that Justin was killed when Marcus Aurelius was Emperor and Junius Rusticus was prefect of Rome. He was prefect between 162 and 168 A.D.

http://www.newadvent.org/cathen/08580c.htm

Says Justin was born about 100 A.D., converted to Christianity about 130 A.D., and suffered martyrdom about the year 165 A.D.

 

Justin Martyr (c.138-165 A.D.) mentions “how the New Testament, which God formerly announced” Dialogue with Trypho the Jew ch.51 p.221.

Justin Martyr (151-155 A.D.) “For the Apostles, in the memoirs composed by them, which are called Gospels, have thus delivered unto us what was enjoined upon them;” First Apology of Justin ch.66 p.185

Justin Martyr (151-155 A.D.) quotes Matthew 19:26f (11/17 words) as by our master Jesus Christ.” First Apology of Justin ch.19 p.169

Justin Martyr (151-155 A.D.) quotes Mark 12:30m (not 1 7 not 9 6 not 6 words quoted, with an appendix "that the lord God made thee" First Apology of Justin ch.16 p.168

Justin Martyr (c.138-165 A.D.) quotes Luke 20:35f (4/17 words quoted) Lk 20:36 (full quote) as "Just as our Lord also said" Dialogue with Trypho, a Jew ch.18 p.240

Justin Martyr (151-155 A.D.) quotes John 3:5m (not 15 7 not 1 word quoted) by Christ, replacing "kingdom of God" with "kingdom of Heaven" First Apology of Justin ch.61 p.183

Probably by Justin Martyr (c.138-165 A.D.) quote Acts 1:9 (not 6 4 not 4 words quoted) On the Resurrection ch.9 p.298

Justin Martyr (c.138-165 A.D.) mentions a literal millennium in Dialogue with Trypho the Jew ch.75-81 p.236-240. In ch.81 he says, “And further, there was a certain man with us, whose name was John, one of the apostles of Christ, who prophesied, by a revelation that was made to him, that those who believed in our Christ would dwell a thousand years in Jerusalem; and that thereafter the general, and, in short, the eternal resurrection and judgment of all men would likewise take place.”

Justin Martyr (c.138-165 A.D.) quotes all of Ephesians 4:8 except for the first word (Therefore). (11 out of 12 words)“And I [Justin] said to him, ‘Listen, O friend, for I am not mad or beside myself; but it was prophesied that, after the ascent of Christ to heaven, He would deliver us from error and give us gifts. The words are these: `He ascended up on high; He led captivity captive; He gave gifts to men.’” This is also half of Psalm 68:18a. Dialogue with Trypho the Jew ch.39 Ante-Nicene Fathers vol.1 p.214. (not in the book’s index of verses)

 

Justin Martyr (135-165 A.D.) refers to 1 John 3:1b according to The Greek New Testament 4th revised edition by Aland et al. However, I have not been able to confirm this in the writings of Justin Martyr.

 

Justin Martyr (c.150 A.D.) “And that it was predicted that our Christ should heal all diseases and raise the dead, hear what was said. There are these words: ‘At His coming the lame shall leap as an hart [deer], and the tongue of the stammerer shall be clear speaking: the blind shall see, and the lepers shall be cleansed; and the dead shall rise, and walk about.And that He did those things, you can learn from the Acts of Pontius Pilate.First Apology of Justin Martyr ch.48 p.179

 

 

Bardesan (born 154 A.D. died 224-230 A.D.)

 

No quotes or allusions from the New Testament, and none from the Old, except an allusion to Genesis 1:27 on p.724.

 

 

Tatian

 

The heretic Tatian (-177 A.D.) wrote a harmony of the four gospels called the Diatessaron, which means “the four”. In it he refers to 819 of th 1071 verses in Matthew. That is 76% of the entire gospel.

The heretic Tatian (-177 A.D.) in his Diatessaron refers to 402 of the 678 verses in Mark. That is 59% of the entire gospel.

The heretic Tatian (-177 A.D.) in his Diatessaron refers to 890.7 of the 1151 verses in Luke. That is 77.4% of the entire gospel.

The heretic Tatian (-177 A.D.) in his Diatessaron refers to 828.0 of the 879 verses in John. That is 94.2% of the entire gospel.

Tatian (died 170 A.D.) alludes to Romans 1:20 in Address of Tatian to the Greeks ch.4 p.66.

The Encratite heretic Tatian (-177 A.D.) quotes one-fourth of Titus 1:12 “though some one says that the Cretans are liars.” Address of Tatian to the Greeks ch.27 p.76

 

 

2 Clement (120-140 A.D.)

 

When was 2 Clement Written?

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Apostolic_Fathers 140-160 A.D.

 

2 Clement (120-140 A.D.) ch.3 (vol.9) p.252 quotes Matthew 10:32 as by Jesus and also alludes to Matthew 22:37.

2 Clement (120-140 A.D.) ch.4 (vol.9) p.252 paraphrases Matthew 7:21.

2 Clement (120-140 A.D.) ch.5 (vol.9) p.252 quotes Matthew 5:28 as by Jesus.

2 Clement (120-140 A.D.) ch.6 (vol.9) p.252 quotes Matthew 6:42a (5/21 words quoted) and Luke 16:13a (6/22 quoted)

2 Clement (120-140 A.D.) (vol.9) ch.9 p.253 paraphrases Matthew 12:50 as by Jesus

2 Clement (120-140 A.D.)  ch.13 p.254 quotes Luke 6:32a (10/18 words) and Luke 6:35a (5/31 words) as the Lord is speaking.

2 Clement (120-140 A.D.)  ch.13 p.254 quotes part of Matthew 9:13 and Luke 6:32 as Scripture. “And another Scripture saith, ‘I came not to call the righteous, but sinners.” 2 Clement also refers to quotes Matthew 6:24 and Luke 16:13, in ch.16 p.252.

2 Clement (120-140 A.D.)  ch.5 p.252 refers to a conversation of Peter and Jesus that is not in Scripture, and concluding it with a quote of Matthew 10:28 and Luke 12:4,5.

These are all the references 2 Clement has to Luke.

2 Clement (120-140 A.D.) ch.11 p.520 quotes half of 1 Corinthians 2:9

2 Clement (120-140 A.D.) ch.2 (vol.7) p.517 (also vol.9 p.251) quotes Galatians 4:27f (23/25 words quotes) and Isaiah 54:1.

2 Clement (120-140 A.D.) ch.2 (vol.7) p.523 (also vol.9 p.256) quotes Ephesians 4:18a (4/22 words quoted)

2 Clement (120-140 A.D.)  ch.16 p.255 quotes 1 Peter 4:8b.

2 Clement (120-140 A.D.)  ch.14 p.255 alludes to 1 Peter 1:20.

2 Clement (120-140 A.D.) ch.11 vol.9 p.254 quotes 1 Clement ch.23

2 Clement (120-140 A.D.) ch.12 vol.7 p.520 and vol.9 p.254 quotes from The Gospel According to the Egyptians as by the Lord

 

 

Shepherd of Hermas (c.115-155 A.D.)

 

When was the Shepherd of Hermas written?

Roberts & Donaldson in Ante-Nicene Fathers vol.2 p.3 says “[A.D. 160]”

David W. Bercot A Dictionary of Early Christian Beliefs p.xvii says “1st or 2d century”

 

 

Shepherd of Hermas (c.115-155 A.D.) book 1 Fourth Vision ch.2 p.18 quotes one-fourth of Matthew 26:24 “better were it for them not to have been born.”

Shepherd of Hermas (c.115-155 A.D.) alludes to Matthew 10:39 (book 1 Second Vision ch.2 p.11); 13:5 (p.50); 13:29 (p.33); 18:3 (p.53); 18:33 (p.53); 23:6 (p.16)

Shepherd of Hermas (c.160) book 2 ch.6 p.30 quotes half of Luke 13:2, which is also Matthew 10:28.

The Shepherd of Hermas (160 A.D.) book 1 ch.2 p.18 quotes half of Acts 4:12.

Shepherd of Hermas (c.115-155 A.D.) book 1 vision 4 ch.10 p.16 quotes a fourth of Hebrews.13:17.

Shepherd of Hermas (115-140 A.D.) quotes half of 1 Peter 5:17 in book 1 ch.10 p.16-17

 

 

Christians of Vienna and Lugdunum (177 A.D.)

 

Christians of Vienna and Lugdunum (177 A.D.) vol.8 p.779 quotes Luke 1:6 “He [Zechariah] had walked therefore in all the commandments and ordinances of the Lord blameless”

Christians of Vienna and Lugdunum (177 A.D.) vol.8 p.779 alludes to Luke 1:67 “and having himself the Advocate, the Spirit, more abundantly than Zacharias;”

Christians of Vienna and Lugdunum (177 A.D.) vol.8 p.779 quotes John 16: 2

Christians of Vienna and Lugdunum (177 A.D.) vol.8 p.784 quotes half of Acts 7:60 “even as Stephen the perfect Witness, ‘Lord, lay not this sin to their charge.’”

Christians of Vienna and Lugdunum (177 A.D.) p.778 quotes 3/4 of Romans 8:18

Christians of Vienna and Lugdunum (177 A.D.) (ANF vol.8) p.781 alludes to 2 Corinthians 2:15

Christians of Vienna and Lugdunum (177 A.D.) p.783-784 quotes Philippians 2:6

Christians of Vienna and Lugdunum (Lyons) vol.8 p.783 (177 A.D.) “for they felt no shame that they had been overcome, for they were not possessed of human reason; but their defeat only the more inflamed their range, and governor and people, like a wild beast, showed a like unjust hatred of us, that the Scripture might be fulfilled, 'He that is unjust, let him be unjust still; and he that is righteous, let him be righteous still.'” [Revelation 22:11]

Christians of Vienna and Lugdunum (177 A.D.) p.783 quotes part of Revelation 14:4 p.779 and paraphrase Revelation 22:11 (which is also Daniel 12:10). This work quotes Revelation 1:5 and half of Revelation 3:14 on p.784.

 

 

Claudius Apollinaris of Hierapolis (160-177/180 A.D.)

 

Claudius Apollinaris (160-180 A.D.) mentions Matthew, the Gospels, and the law. Ante-Nicene Fathers vol.8 ch.772

 

 

Melito of Sardis (170-177/180 A.D.)

 

A copy of Melito’s Homily on the Passover  and Phileas’s Apology is contained in p72 (Bodmer 7 and 8) dated ca.300 A.D. according to The Text of the Earliest New Testament Greek Manuscripts by Philip W. Comfort and David P. Barrett p.479.

 

Melito wrote many works, all of which are listed by Eusebius and Jerome. However, we only have a few preserved. We have some collected by Routh, in his Reliquiae Sacrae, i. and fragments of Melito’s Apology of Christianity preserved by Eusebius. (Ecclesiastical History book 4 ch.26.). We also have a Syrian translation of another apology, discovered by Tattam in a Nitrian Desert monastery in the Nitrian desert, and edited by Cureton, in Spicil Syr. and by Pitra-Renan, in Spicil. Solesmense. But its authenticity is doubtful. Melito was distinctive in that he omits Esther and Nehemiah, as well as the apocrypha, from the Old Testament canon. Like Tertullian, he believes God is corporeal.

 

Melito of Sardis (170-180 A.D.) alludes to Psalm 19 ch.1 p.751

Melito of Sardis (170-180 A.D.) mentions Genesis, Exodus, Deuteronomy, 1 Samuel (calling it 1 Kings), Job, Psalms, Daniel, Micah all by name. Oration on the Lord’s Passion ch.9 p.760-761

Melito of Sardis (170-180 A.D.) mentions Luke 11:20a (9/17 words quoted) and Mark 10:49a (7/17 words quoted) as the “gospel”.

Melito of Sardis (170-180 A.D.) quotes 1 Corinthians 1:24f (6/13 words quoted) as by the apostle. Oration on the Lord’s Passion ch.9 (vol.8) p.761

Melito of Sardis (170-180 A.D.) mentions 1 Thessalonians as by the apostle. Oration on the Lord’s Passion ch.9 p.762

Melito of Sardis (170-180 A.D.) quotes Hebrews 4:13m (not 7 8 not 5 words quoted). Oration on the Lord’s Passion ch.9 (vol.8) p.760

 

Melito of Sardis (170-180 A.D.) mentions the Old Testament, which implies a New Testament.

 

 

Hegesippus (170-180 A.D.)

 

Hegesippus (c.170 A.D.) Five Books of Commentaries on the Acts of the Church ch.3 vol.8 p.764 mentions the Scripture of the Gospels.

 

 

Theophilus of Antioch (161-181/188 A.D.)

 

Theophilus of Antioch quotes all or part of twelve verses from the New Testament.

 

 “A.D. 161-181/188 A.D. Theophilus bishop of Antioch refers to the Gospels.

 

Theophilus to Autolycus (168-181/188 A.D.) book 3 ch.12 p.114 says “found both with the prophets and in the Gospels, because they all spoke inspired by one Spirit of God.”

Theophilus of Antioch (168-181/188 A.D.) quotes Matthew 5:28 as “the voice of the Gospel” in Theophilus to Autolycus book 3 ch.3 p.115

Theophilus of Antioch (168-181/188 A.D.) quotes Luke 18:27 in Theophilus to Autolycus book 2 ch.13 p.99

Theophilus of Antioch (168-181/188 A.D.) was the first to mention the gospel was by John according to both my own study and the Believer’s Bible Commentary p.1463. He write “John says” and then quotes John 1:1a in Theophilus to Autolycus book 2 ch.22 p.103.

Theophilus of Antioch (168-181/188 A.D.) quotes Romans 2:7 and 2:8,9 in Theophilus to Autolycus book 1 ch.14 p.93. He quotes part of Romans 13:7,8 in Theophilus to Autolycus book 3 ch.14 p.115. These are the only places where he refers to Romans.

Theophilus of Antioch (168-181/188 A.D.) quotes 1 Corinthians 2:9m (not 3 8 not 13 words quoted) and Isaiah 64:4 in Theophilus to Autolycus book 1 ch.14 p.93

Theophilus of Antioch (168-181/188 A.D.) quotes 1 Timothy 2:2b. Theophilus to Autolycus book 3 ch.14 p.115

 

Among Heretics and Spurious Works

Tatian (died 170 A.D.) wrote a harmony of the gospels called The Diatessaron, meaning “the four”

 

 

 

Caius and the Muratorian Canon

(c.170-200 A.D.)

 

“A.D. c.170 Muratorian Canon Fragment (22 books)”. It mentions all but 5 books: Hebrews, James, 1 or 2 Peter, or 3 John.

 

David W. Bercot’s A Dictionary of Early Christian Beliefs p.84 says the Muratorian Canon was “c.200” [A.D.]

 

http://www.newadvent.org/cathen/10642a.htm says

“about 180-200”

 

http://www.bible-researcher.com/muratorian.html

 

Muratorian Canon 1. (190-217 A.D.) Third book of the gospels is Luke. (So the unnamed Matthew and Mark are counted as two.)

Muratorian Canon 1. (190-217 A.D.) Fourth Gospel is that of John. Muratorian Canon 1.

Muratorian Canon (190-217 A.D.) ch.2 mentions of Acts of the Apostles by Luke.

The Muratorian Canon (190-217 A.D.) mentions that Paul wrote to seven churches in his epistles, Corinthians (2 letters), Ephesians, Philippians, Colossians, Galatians, Thessalonians (2 letters), Romans. Paul wrote Philemon, Titus, two letters to Timothy.

The Muratorian Canon (190-217 A.D.) “John wrote the Apocalypse.  Two letters belonging to John, or bearing the name John. The Epistle of Jude.” ANF vol.5 p.603.

Caius quotes 1 John 1:1m (not 6 12 not 3 words) as by John.

 

The Muratorian Canon (c.170 A,D.) ch.3 p.603 mentions the Old Testament.

 

 

Athenagoras (176-177 A.D.)

 

When was Athenagoras’ Apology written?

Roberts & Donaldson in Ante-Nicene Fathers vol.2 p.125 says “[A.D. 177]”  and  on p.127 “about A.D. 177”.

 

Cyril C. Richardson in Early Christian Fathers p.291 says, “The date of the Pleas can be determined with reasonable certainty. It is addressed to the emperors Marcus Aurelius and Lucius Aurelius Commodus. The latter is doubtless Marcus Aurelius’ son, who was raised to the purple in A.D. 176. … Another indication of the data is the mention of the profound peace which the Empire is enjoying (ch.1). The only period between A.D. 176 and the date of Marcus Aurelius’ death in A.D. 180 that would adequately fit this reference is 176-177…. Since, too, Athenagoras makes no mention of the violent, though local, outbreak of persecution in Lyons and Vienne, which occurred in the latter part of A.D. 177, we may safely assume that the Plea was written between the end of A.D. 176 and the early part of A.D. 177.”

 

Athenagoras (177 A.D.) quotes Matthew 19:6. A Plea for Christians ch.33 p.146-147

Athenagoras (177 A.D.) quotes Luke 6:27,28, which is also Matthew 5:44,45. A Plea for Christians ch.11 p.134

Athenagoras (177 A.D.) quotes Luke 6:32,34, which is also Matthew 5:46. A Plea for Christians ch.12 p.134

Athenagoras (177 A.D.) quotes part of 1 Corinthians 15:54 as “in the language of the apostle” The Resurrection of the Dead ch.18 p.159

Athenagoras (177 A.D.) quotes 1 Timothy 2:2m (not 8 6 not 5 words quoted) in A Plea for Christians ch.32 p.148

 

 

 

Irenaeus (wrote 182-188 A.D.)

 

We know Irenaeus wrote Irenaeus Against Heresies after 181 A.D., because he mentions the Old Testament translation of Aquila of Pontus, which was written 181 A.D. Irenaeus Against Heresies book 3 ch.21.1 p.451

 

Irenaeus recognized in the New Testament 25 books and letters, or every book except Philemon and 3 John.

 

Anatolius of Alexandria (270-280 A.D.) refers to Irenaeus in ch.10 p.149.

 

Irenaeus (182-188 A.D.) mentions the New Testament and the Old Testament in Irenaeus Against Heresies book 5 ch.34.1 p.563. He also mentions it on p.564

Irenaeus (182-188 A.D.) “It is not possible that the Gospels can be either more or fewer in number than they are. … the ‘pillar and ground’ of the Church is the Gospel and the spirit of life; it is fitting that she should have four pillars, breathing out immortality on every side.” Irenaeus Against Heresies book 3 ch.11.8

Irenaeus mentions “examining the gospels” in Irenaeus Against Heresies book 2 ch.22.3 p.390

Irenaeus (182-188 A.D.) quotes Matthew 1:1 as by Matthew. Irenaeus Against Heresies book 3 ch.16.2 p.440

Irenaeus (182-188 A.D.) quotes Mark 1:1 as by Mark. Irenaeus Against Heresies book 3 ch.16.3 p.441

Irenaeus (182-188 A.D.) quotes Luke 1:6 as by Luke. Irenaeus Against Heresies book 3 ch.10.1 p.423

Irenaeus (182-188 A.D.) quotes John 1:14 as by John. Irenaeus Against Heresies book 1 ch.8.5 p.328-329

Irenaeus (182-188 A.D.) in Against Heresies book 3 ch.16.2 p.440 mentions the Apostle John along with the other gospel writers. In book 3 ch.11.1-2 p.426 he quotes John 1:1,10,11,14 as being by John.

Irenaeus (182-188 A.D.) quotes Acts 8:9-11,20,21,23 (Simon the Sorcerer) as written by Luke. Irenaeus Against Heresies book 1 ch.23.1 p.347

Irenaeus (182-188 A.D.) quotes all or part of 18 verses in Mark. In Irenaeus Against Heresies book 3 chapter 10.5 p.425 mentions Mark, the interpreter and follower of Peter, in his Gospel narrative, and quotes Mark 1:2a. In the first twelve chapters of Mark Irenaeus quotes or paraphrases are Mark 1:1,2,24; 3:27; 4:28; 5:31; 9:23; 10:38; 13:32; 14:21b; 16:19.

Irenaeus alludes to Mark 6:41,44; 9:2; 10:17; 13:33.

Irenaeus mentions Jesus conferring the power to tread on serpents and scorpions, which is a reference to Luke 10:19, but could also refer to Mark 16:17,18.

Irenaeus (182-188 A.D.) quotes Romans 1:1-4 as by Paul writing to the Romans. Irenaeus Against Heresies book 3 ch.16.3 p.441. Also Romans 8:36 as by Paul in his letter address to the Romans in Irenaeus Against Heresies book 2 ch.22.2 p.390

Irenaeus (182-188 A.D.) quotes 1 Corinthians 6:12 as by Paul in Irenaeus Against Heresies book 4 ch.37.4 p.519

Irenaeus (182-188 A.D.) quotes 1 Corinthians 8:14 as by Paul. Irenaeus Fragment 26 p.574

Irenaeus (182-188 A.D.) quotes 2 Corinthians 7:7-9 as by Paul in the Second to the Corinthians in Irenaeus Against Heresies book 5 p.3.1 p.529

Irenaeus (182-188 A.D.) quotes Galatians 4:4-5 as by Paul writing to the Galatians. Irenaeus Against Heresies book 3 ch.16.3 p.441

Irenaeus (182-188 A.D.) quotes Ephesians 5:30 as by Paul in his letter to the Ephesians in Irenaeus Against Heresies book 5 ch.2.2 p.528

Irenaeus (182-188 A.D.) quotes Philippians 4:18 as “Paul also says to the Philippians” in Irenaeus Against Heresies book 4 ch.18.4 p.485. He also quotes from Philippians 2:11

Irenaeus (182-188 A.D.) quotes Colossians 3:5 as by the apostle in the letter to the Colossians. Irenaeus Against Heresies book 5 ch.12.3 p.538

Irenaeus (182-188 A.D.) quotes 1 Thessalonians 5:23 as “in the first Epistle to the Thessalonians”. Irenaeus Against Heresies book 5 ch.6.1 p.532

Irenaeus (182-188 A.D.) quotes 2 Thessalonians 2:11 as in the Second to the Thessalonians. Irenaeus Against Heresies book 4 ch.29.1 p.502. He also quotes 2 Thessalonians 2:4 as by Paul “in the second to the Thessalonians” ibid book 3 ch.7.2 p.420.

Irenaeus (182-188 A.D.) alludes to 1 Timothy 6:4,5 as by Paul. Irenaeus Fragment 36 p.574

Irenaeus of Lyons (182-188 A.D.) “Of this Linus, Paul makes mention in the Epistles to Timothy.” Irenaeus Against Heresies book 3 ch.3.3 p.416

Irenaeus (182-188 A.D.) quotes 2 Timothy 4:10,11 as by Paul in the epistles. Irenaeus Against Heresies book 3 14.1 p.438

Irenaeus (182-188 A.D.) quotes part of Titus 3:10 saying it is by Paul. Irenaeus Against Heresies book 1 ch.16.3 p.341

Irenaeus (182-188 A.D.) quotes Hebrews 1:8 (not 4 10 not 7 words quoted) Hebrews 1:9 (full quote). Demonstration of Apostolic Preaching ch.47.

This is from an uncatalogued manuscript so this is suspect. Irenaeus (182-188 A.D.) quotes Hebrews 13:15b as by Paul. Irenaeus Fragment 37 p.574

Irenaeus (182-188 A.D.) quotes one-fourth of James 2:23 Irenaeus Against Heresies book 4 ch.13.4 p.478 “Abraham … and so became ‘the friend of God.’ But the Word of God…” In Isaiah 41:8b God says “or descendants of Abraham my friend”.

¾ Quote: James 2:23b “and he was called the friend of God” This exact phrasing is found only in James 2:23b. Irenaeus Against Heresies book 4 ch.15.1 p.481

Irenaeus (182-188 A.D.) quotes all of 1 Peter 1:8 as “Peter says in his Epistle” Irenaeus Against Heresies book 4 ch.9.2 p.472

Irenaeus (182-188 A.D.) refers to 5 half verses in 1 Peter. They are: 1 Peter 1:8; 2:16,23. He quotes half of 1 Peter 1:12 and alludes to 1 Peter 3:19,20

Irenaeus (182-188 A.D.) quotes 1 Peter 2:16 as “Peter says”. Irenaeus Against Heresies book 4 ch.16 .5 p.482

Irenaeus (182-188 A.D.) quotes 1/3 of 2 Peter 3:8m “a day with the Lord is as a thousand years”. This exact phrasing is found only in 2 Peter 3:8m. Irenaeus Against Heresies p.551

Irenaeus (182-188 A.D.) quotes 1/3 of 2 Peter 3:8m “For the day of the Lord is as a thousand years” Irenaeus Against Heresies p.557

Irenaeus (182-188 A.D.) quotes 1 John 4:1,2 and 1 John 5:1 as by “his disciple in his epistle”. He also quotes from John as from his disciple in the gospel. Irenaeus Against Heresies book 3 16.8 p.443

Irenaeus (182-188 A.D.) quotes 2 John 7-8a. Irenaeus Against Heresies book 3 ch.16.8 p.443 as by the Lord’s disciple in his epistle. He switches two clauses, but other than that the phrasing is exact, and this phrasing is found only in 2 John 2:7-8a.

Irenaeus (182-188 A.D.) quotes 2 John 10,11 saying it is by John, the disciple of the Lord in Irenaeus Against Heresies book 1 ch.16.3 p.342.

Irenaeus (182-188 A.D.) Jude 3 “faith delivered unto us” Irenaeus Fragment 36 p.574. Jude 3 has “the saints” instead of “us”, but except for that this is the exact phrasing. This phrasing is found only in Jude 3.

Irenaeus (182-188 A.D.) alludes to Jude 7 mentioning Sodom and Gomorrah in the days of Lot, as an example of the righteous judgment of God. Irenaeus Against Heresies book 4 ch.36.4 p.516. The concept of Sodom and Gomorrah being an example is found only in Jude 7 in the Bible.

Irenaeus (182-188 A.D.) “John also, the Lord’s disciple, when beholding the sacerdotal and glorious advent of His kingdom, says in the Apocalypse: ‘I turned to see the voice that spake with me. And, being turned, I saw seven golden candlesticks; and in the midst of the candlesticks One like unto the Son of man, clothed…” (and it goes one for much, much longer) Irenaeus in 33 references referred to 46 verses in Revelation. Against Heresies book 4 ch.20.6 p.489

Irenaeus (182-188 A.D.) quotes Revelation 6:2 as by John in the Apocalypse. Irenaeus Against Heresies book 3 ch.21.3 p.493

Irenaeus (182-188 A.D.) quotes Revelation 5:8 as by John in the Apocalypse. Irenaeus Fragment 37 p.575

 

According to my count, Irenaeus quotes all or part of 223 verses from Matthew, 18 from Mark, 130 from Luke, and 109 from John. He quotes all or part of 88 verses from Acts, 291 from Paul’s writings, and 82 half from the rest of the New Testament.

 

Irenaeus’ made one mistake though. He quotes Shepherd of Hermas book 2 Similitude 1 as “Truly, then, the Scripture declared” in Irenaeus Against Heresies book 4 ch.20.2 p.488. The Shepherd of Hermas was known to be a later book, written not much earlier than Irenaeus.

 

Irenaeus mentions the Gnostic Gospel of Truth as a false book. Irenaeus Against Heresies book 3 ch.11.9 p.429

 

Irenaeus, in cataloging the different heresies of his day, refers to many others books, but as error, not scripture. Significantly, he does not apparently know of the Naaseni, who had the Gospel of Thomas, though Irenaeus’ pupil Hippolytus does refer to them as a heresy.

 

 

Apollonius of Ephesus (c.210 A.D.)

 

Apollonius of Ephesus (c.210 A.D.) quotes Matthew 10:9a 7 out of 11 words quoted) as by the Lord in Concerning Montanism ch.4 p.776.

Apollonius of Ephesus (c.210 A.D.) quotes Matthew 12:33f (7 out of 27 words) in Concerning Montanism ch.4 p.776

 

 

Clement of Alexandria (193-217/220 A.D.)

 

When did Clement of Alexandria write?

David W. Bercot’s A Dictionary of Early Christian Beliefs p.427 says c.195 A.D.

 

 

 “A.D. 215 Clement of Alexandria 25 books or every book except Philemon and 3 John.

Clement of Alexandria (193-217/220 A.D.) mentions the prophecies, the gospels, and the apostolic words  in Who is the Rich Man That Shall be Saved ch.42 p.604

Clement of Alexandria (193-202 A.D.) “And in the Gospel according to Matthew, the genealogy which begins with Abraham is continued down to Mary the mother of the Lord.” The Stromata book 1 ch.21 p.334

Clement of Alexandria (193-202 A.D.) quotes parts of Matthew 5:48 as by the Lord in The Stromata book 4 ch.22 p.434.

Clement of Alexandria paraphrases Matthew 13:47,48 and calls it the gospel in The Stromata book 6 ch.12 p.502.

Clement of Alexandria (193-202 A.D.) quotes Matthew 7:7 in The Stromata book 5 ch.3 p.448

Clement of Alexandria paraphrases Mark 10:17-31 saying “These things are written in the Gospel according to Mark” Who is the Rich Man That Shall be Saved? ch.5 p.592

Clement of Alexandria  (193-202 A.D.) quotes Luke 3:1,2,23 as the Gospel of Luke in The Stromata book 1 ch.21 p.333

Clement of Alexandria (193-217/220 A.D.) quotes Luke 16:9 as by the Lord. Who is the Rich Man That Shall Be Saved? ch.13 p.594-595.

Clement of Alexandria (193-202 A.D.) John wrote his Gospel. Clement of Alexandria Stromata book 5 ch.12 p.463

Clement of Alexandria (193-202 A.D.) in Stromata book 2 ch.15 p.361 mentions the Gospel of John is by John the apostle.

Clement of Alexandria (193-202 A.D.) quotes Acts 17:22,23 saying, “Luke in Acts of the Apostles” The Stromata book 5 ch.12 p.464. He also quotes “Peter in the Acts” in Stromata book 6 ch.8 p.494.

Clement of Alexandria (193-217/220 A.D.) quotes Romans 16:19 by the Apostle in the Epistle to the Romans. The Instructor book 1 ch.5 p.214

Clement of Alexandria (193-202 A.D.) asks what the wisdom of this world was that Paul warned us against in 1 Corinthians 3:19-21. The Stromata 1:11

Clement of Alexandria (193-202 A.D.) quotes 2 Corinthians 7:1 as by Paul. The Stromata book 3 ch.11 p.394

Clement of Alexandria quotes Galatians 3:19,23,24 as by Paul in The Stromata book 1 ch.27 p.338

Clement of Alexandria (193-217/220 A.D.) mentions the apostle writing to the Ephesians and quoting Ephesians 4:13-15. The Instructor book 1 ch.5 p.213

Clement of Alexandria mentions Philippians 4:5 as by the apostle of the Lord. Exhortation to the Heathen ch.9 p.196

Clement of Alexandria (193-205 A.D) Colossians by the Apostle. Stromata book p.463

Clement of Alexandria quotes 1 Thessalonians 2:6f (7/18 words) and 1 Thessalonians 2:7 (full quote) as by Paul. The Instructor book 1 ch.5 p.214

Clement of Alexandria (193-205 A.D.) quotes 1 Thessalonians 2:5,6,7 as by the apostle. Stromata book 1 ch.1 p.300.

Clement of Alexandria quotes 2 Thessalonians 3:2 (full quote) as by “the apostle” in The Stromata book 5 ch.3 p.448

Clement of Alexandria quotes 1 Timothy 4:8, saying it was by Paul in Exhortation to the Heathen ch.9 p.196

Clement of Alexandria (193-202 A.D.) says “the blessed apostle” wrote 2 Timothy 2:14,16,17 and he quotes those verses. Stromata book 1 ch.10 p.311

Clement of Alexandria quotes Titus 1:12,13 as from Paul in the Epistle of Titus. The Stromata book 1 ch.14 p.313

Clement of Alexandria did not pass over the disputed books, Jude, the rest of the Catholic Epistles, and Barnabas, and what is called the Revelation of Peter. Mention of Hebrews as being by Paul.

Clement of Alexandria quotes James 4:6m (4 not 7 4 words quoted) as scripture in The Stromata book 3 ch.6 p.390.

Clement of Alexandria (193-217/220 A.D.) quotes 1 Peter 4:3 as by Peter. The Instructor book 3 ch.12 p.291

Clement of Alexandria quotes 1 Peter 5:6f (8/19 words quoted) in and book 4 ch.17 p.428-429

Clement of Alexandria (193-217/220 A.D.) quotes 1 Peter 2:1-3 as by Peter. The Instructor book 1 ch.6 p.220

Clement of Alexandria (193-202 A.D.) quotes 1 Peter 1:21,22 as by Peter in his Epistle. The Stromata book 3 ch.18 p.402

Clement of Alexandria (187-202 A.D.) quotes 1 Peter 1:6-9 as by Peter in his epistle. “that the trial of your faith, being much more precious than that of gold which perisheth, though it be tried with fire, might be found unto praise, and honour, and glory at the revelation of Jesus Christ;” Stromata book 4 ch.20 p.433

Clement of Alexandria (193-217/220 A.D.) quotes 1 Peter 2:9-10a in Exhortation to the Heathen ch.4 p.189.

Clement of Alexandria quotes 2 Peter 2:5m (not 7 4 not 4 words quoted) “Noah preached repentance” in The Stromata book 1 ch.21 p.331.

Clement of Alexandria (193-217/220 A.D.) says 1 Timothy 6:16 is by Paul and 1 John 4:16 by John. Clement of Alexandria Fragment 3 p.575

Clement of Alexandria (193-217/220 A.D.) quotes 1 John 3:14,15 as by John. Who is the Rich Man That Shall Be Saved? Ch.37 p.601.

Clement quotes all of 2 John 10-11 (full quote) as “the Second Epistle of John” in fragment 4. p.576

Clement of Alexandria (193-217/220 A.D.) quotes Jude 5,6 as by Jude. The Instructor book 3 ch.8 p.282

Clement of Alexandria (193-202 A.D.) quotes part of Jude 19,22b,23a  Stromata book 6 ch.8 p.495

Clement of Alexandria (193-202 A.D.) refers to Jude 8-17 as Jude prophesied. Stromata book 3 ch.2 p.383

Clement of Alexandria (193-217/220 A.D.) quotes Jude 1,4-14,19 as by Jude in fragments form Cassiodorus p.573.

Clement of Alexandria (193-217/220 A.D.) John wrote the Apocalypse [Revelation] Stromata book 6 ch.13 p.504

 

Clement of Alexandria (193-217/220 A.D.) quotes from Plato’s Timaeus, Matthew/Matthias in the Traditions and the Gospel to the Hebrews in Stromata book 2 ch.9 p.358.

Clement of Alexandria (193-202 A.D.) quotes Plato's Timaeus in Stromata book 5 ch.12 p.463 and book 5 ch.13 p.464.

Clement of Alexandria (193-202 A.D.) quoted from the Gospel of the Egyptians, as the Gospel of the Egyptians in Stromata book 3 ch.9 p.392.

 

Clement of Alexandria (193-202 A.D.) quotes The Preaching of Peter in Stromata book 1 ch.29 p.341

 

From Clement of Alexandria, Stromata book 2 ch.9 p.358 “But the beginning is to marvel at matters, as Plato says in the Theaetetus and Matthew/Matthias in the traditions, exhorting: Marvel at things present, placing this down as the first degree of the knowledge of the beyond. Which also is written in the gospel according to the Hebrews: He who marveled shall reign, and he who reigned shall rest.”

 

Clement actually quotes this saying from the gospel according to the Hebrews twice.

 

From Clement of Alexandria, Stromata book 3 ch.4

They say that Matthias also taught thus: To fight against the flesh and misuse it, in no way giving in to it for unchastised pleasure, and to increase the soul through faith and knowledge.

 

 

 

Tertullian (198-220 A.D.)

 

Tertullian refers to every New Testament book by name or author, except that he only quotes from Hebrews, James, 2 Peter, and alludes to 2 John. He does not refer to 3 John.

 

Tertullian (c.213 A.D.) “He is clearly defined to us in all Scriptures-in the Old Testament as the Christ of God, in the New Testament as the Son of God.” Against Praxeas ch.24 p.620

Tertullian (207/208 A.D.) mentions the New Testament in Tertullian’s Five Books Against Marcion book 4 ch.1 p.346.

Tertullian (207/208 A.D.) says Marcion “labours very hard to destroy the character of those Gospels which are published as genuine and under the name of the apostles, in order, forsooth, to secure for his own Gospel the credit which he takes away from them.” Tertullian’s Five Books Against Marcion book 4 ch.3 p.348. Also book 5 ch.2 p.432 and On the Resurrection of the Flesh ch.33 p.568

Tertullian (207/208 A.D.) paraphrases Matthew 5:32 as the Gospel of Matthew in Tertullian Against Marcion book 4 ch.34 p.405

Tertullian (c.213 A.D.) “Or perhaps, after all, he was only reproaching the Gospels with a lie, saying in fact: "Away with Matthew; away with Luke!” Against Praxeas ch.1 p.597

Tertullian (207/208 A.D.) stresses the authorship of Matthew, Mark, Luke, John, Revelation, many of Paul’s Letters in Five Books Against Marcion book 4 ch.5 p.350.

Tertullian (c.213 A.D.) mentions “the Word of God” in John 1:1 as “according to John” in Against Praxeas ch.12 p.607

Tertullian (207/208 A.D.) makes many quotes and allusions from Acts, saying it was in the Acts of the Apostles in Five Books Against Marcion book 5 ch.2 p.432-433

Tertullian (205 A.D.) says “the Apostle admonishes the Romans” and quotes Romans 13:1 in Scorpiace ch.14 p.647.

Tertullian (198-220 A.D.) “But how Paul, ... As also in his Epistle to the Romans: ‘And not only so, but we glory in tribulations also, being sure that tribulation worketh patience, and patience experience, and experience hope; and hope maketh not ashamed.’ [Romans 5:3-5a] And again: ‘And if children, then heirs, heirs indeed of God, and joint-heirs with Christ: if so be that we suffer with Him, that we may be also glorified together. For I reckon that the sufferings of this time are not worthy to be compared with the glory which shall be revealed in us.’ And therefore he afterward says: ‘Who shall separate us from the love of God? Shall tribulation, or distress, or famine, or nakedness, or peril, or sword? (As it is written: For Thy sake we are killed all the day long; we have been counted as sheep for the slaughter), Nay, in all these things we are more than conquerors, through Him who loved us. For we are persuaded, that neither death, nor life, nor power, nor height, nor depth, nor any other creature, shall be able to separate us from the love of God, which is in Christ Jesus our Lord.’” [Romans 8:17-39] Scorpiace ch.13 p.646

Tertullian quotes 1 Corinthians 8:2 and Galatians 1:7 and 5:7 as being by the apostle in On Prescription Against Heretics ch.27 p.256.

Tertullian (207/208 A.D.) mentions Paul being the author of Galatians, Corinthians, Philippians, Thessalonians, Ephesians, Romans, and John being the author of the Apocalypse (Revelation) in Five Books Against Marcion book 4 ch.5 p.350.

Tertullian says “the most holy apostle says” quoting part of 1 Corinthians 10:23 in On Baptism ch.17 p.677

Tertullian (198-220 A.D.) says 2 Corinthians 2:5-11 does not say plainly to whom Paul was referring. Tertullian On Modesty ch.14 p.89

Tertullian quotes Galatians 5:20 saying “by Paul in his Epistle to the Galatians” in Prescription Against Heretics ch.6 p.245

Tertullian (207/208 A.D.) quotes Ephesians 6:14-17 as by Paul in Five Books Against Marcion book 3 ch.15 p.333

Tertullian (198-220 A.D.) paraphrases Colossians 1:21 as the “apostle … his Epistle to the Colossians” in On the Resurrection of the Flesh ch.23 p.561

Tertullian (207/208 A.D.) quotes 1 Thessalonians 4:15-17 in Five Books Against Marcion book 5 ch.15 p.462.

Tertullian (207/208 A.D.) quotes 2 Thessalonians 1:6-7 (full quote) in Five Books Against Marcion book 5 ch.16 p.463.

Tertullian (207/208 A.D.) said Paul wrote to the Thessalonians in Tertullian Against Marcion book 4 chapter 5 p.345-350 It was a book “that comes down from the apostles, which has been kept as a sacred deposit in the churches of the apostles.”

Tertullian (207/208 A.D.) mentions two epistles to Timothy and one to Titus in Five Books Against Marcion book 5 ch.21 p.473

Tertullian (198-220 A.D.) alludes to Titus 3:10,11 saying it is “to Titus” in On Prescription Against Heretics ch.6 p.245

Tertullian (207/208 A.D.) mentions that Marcion did not lay “falsifying hands” upon Philemon, though he did not say the name of the book. Five Books Against Marcion book 5 ch.21 p.473 (Implied)

Tertullian quotes from Hebrews 7:1-3 to discuss Christ and Melchizedek in Against All Heresies ch.8 p.654.

Tertullian quotes Hebrews 6:4-8 in On Modesty ch.20 vol.4 p.97

Tertullian (198-220 A.D. alludes to James 1:13. On Prayer ch.8 p.684

Tertullian (205 A.D.) quotes 1 Peter 2:20 saying “Addressing the Christians of Pontus, Peter, at all events, says,” in Scorpiace ch.12 p.645. He quotes 1 Peter 4:12 in the same chapter on p.645 also.

Tertullian (198-220 A.D.) quotes part of 1 John 1:1 as a “Testimony of John” in A Treatise on the Soul ch.17 p.197

Tertullian (205 A.D.) quotes 1 John 4:18 as by John. Scorpiace ch.12 p.645-646

Tertullian (198-220 A.D.) alludes to 1 John 2:18,22 and 2 John 7-10. “’But this you affirm it is “a human Antichrist;’ for by this name heretics are called in John.” Tertullian On Fasting ch.11 vol.4 p.110

Tertullian mentions the writing of the Apostle Jude in On the Apparel of Women book 1 p.16

Tertullian (198-220 A.D.) discusses in detail Revelation 2:18,20-22 as by John in the Apocalypse and the Holy Spirit teaching. On Modesty ch.19 p.95

Tertullian (207/208 A.D.) quotes Revelation 1:16 as “the Apostle John, in the Apocalypse” in Five Books Against Marcion book 3 ch.14 p.333

 

Tertullian (207/208 A.D.) in Five Books Against Marcion book 5 cg.4 vol.3 p.435, Tertullian gives a quote that looks like a combination of Galatians 3:15 and 4:3. Perhaps he was incorrectly quoting from memory.

 

2 Clement ch.12 p.254 and Clement of Alexandria (Stromata book 3 ch.9.1) quote from the lost Gospel according to the Egyptians volume 9 footnote 5 p.254

 

 

Theodotus the probable Montanist (c. 240 A.D.)

 

Theodotus quotes from parts of Matthew 7:33,32; 7:27; 12:44 as by our Lord. Ch.11-12 p.74

Theodotus quotes from Mt 7:27 (= Lk 12:25) as by our Lord)

Theodotus the probable Montanist (c.240 A.D.) quotes part of Luke 12:49 as by the “Savior” Excerpts from Theodotus ch.27 p.46

Theodotus the probable Montanist (c.240 A.D.) quotes Luke 1:43 as “the Gospel” Excerpts from Theodotus ch.50 p.49

Theodotus alludes to Rom 8:15; Gal 4:6 in ch.19 p.45

Theodotus alludes to Eph 3:11 in ch.20 p.45

Theodotus alludes to 1 Cor 15:49 in ch.24 p.46

 

Theodotus (c.240 A.D.) quotes Peter in the Revelation. ch.41 p.48

Theodotus (c.240 A.D.) quotes Peter in the Apocalypse. ch.49 p.48

 

 

Commodianus (c.240 A.D.)

 

Commodianus (c.240 A.D.) (Implied) “The first law of God is the foundation of the subsequent law. Thee, indeed, it assigned to believe in the second law. Nor are threats from Himself, but from it, powerful over thee. Now astounded, swear that thou wilt believe in Christ; for the Old Testament proclaims concerning Him. For it is needful only to believe in Him who was dead, to be able to rise again to live for all time.” Instructions of Commodianus ch.25 p.207

Commodianus (c.240 A.D.) alludes to both Mark 12:42 and Luke 21:2. Instructions of Commodianus ch.72 p.217

Commodianus (c.240 A.D.) alludes to Revelation 3:14 “There will be no succour nor ship of the sea. Amen flames on the nations, and the Medes and Parthians burn for a thousand years, as the hidden words of John declare. For then after a thousand years there are delivered over to Gehenna; and he whose work they were, with them are burnt up. Instructions of Commodianus ch.43 p.211

Commodianus (c.240 A.D.) “From heaven will descend the city in the first resurrection; this is what we may tell of such a celestial fabric. We shall arise again to Him, who have been devoted to Him. And they shall be incorruptible, even already living without death. And neither will there be any grief nor any groaning in that city. …” Instructions of Commodianus ch.44 p.214

 

 

Asterius Urbanus (c.232 A.D.)

 

Asterius Urbanus (c.232 A.D.) was fearful in writing lest anyone think he was trying to “add some new word or precept to the doctrine of the gospel of the New Testament”. The Exordium fragment 1 vol.7 p.335

 

 

Hippolytus (222-235/6 A.D.)

 

Hippolytus recognized 21 books”. This is every book except 2 Timothy, Titus, Philemon, James, and 2 and 3 John.

 

Hippolytus (225-235/6 A.D.) refers to the New Testament in Fragments from Commentaries Commentary on Genesis 49:11 p.165

Hippolytus (225-235/6 A.D.) mentions the Gospels in The Refutation of All Heresies book 6 ch.24 p.85.

Hippolytus (225-235/6 A.D.) quotes Matthew 7:21 and Matthew 21:31 as by the Savior. Refutation of All Heresies book 5 ch.3 p.54

Hippolytus (222-235/6 A.D.) “that neither Paul the apostle nor Mark, he of the maimed finger, announced such (tenets). For none of these (doctrines) has been written in the Gospel according to Mark.” Refutation of All Heresies book 7 ch.18 p.112

Hippolytus (222-235/6 A.D.) quotes half of Mark 10:38 p.53

Hippolytus (222-235/6 A.D.) quotes Luke 21:28; 21:18 as “the Lord says” Treatise on Christ and Antichrist p.218

Hippolytus references Matthew 19:17; Mark 10:18 and Luke 18:19 saying it is “by the Savior” in Refutation of All Heresies book 5 ch.2 p.50.

Hippolytus mentions  “John in his Gospel” and then quotes John 1:1. Against the Heresy of One Noetus ch.14 p.228

Hippolytus (225-235/6 A.D.) mentions that the heretic Basilides, who lived in the time of the apostles, quoted from the Gospel of John 1:9 as “in the Gospels”. Refutation of All Heresies book 7 ch.10 p.104

Hippolytus (222-235/6 A.D.) quotes Acts 10:36 Against the Heresy of One Noetus ch.13 p.228

Hippolytus (222-235/6 A.D.) quotes Romans 1:17 as by Paul Treatise on Christ and Antichrist ch.64 p.218

Hippolytus (222-235/6 A.D.) quotes part of 1 Corinthians 2:13 as Scripture in The Refutation of All Heresies book 7 ch.14 p.107.

Hippolytus (222-235/6 A.D.) quotes 2 Corinthians 12:2 as by Paul in The Refutation of All Heresies book 5 ch.3 p.54

Hippolytus (222-235/6 A.D.) quotes part of 2 Corinthians 12:4f (8 out of 14 words quoted). The Refutation of All Heresies book 7 ch.14 p.107-108

Hippolytus (222-235/6 A.D.) quotes of half of Galatians 1:1 as by Paul Treatise on Christ and Antichrist ch.8 p.206

Hippolytus (222-235/6 A.D.) quote of Galatians 3:20 Fragment from Commentaries on Numbers p.169

Hippolytus (222-235/6 A.D.) quotes Ephesians 5:14 as Scripture in The Refutation of All Heresies book 5 ch.2 p.51.

Hippolytus (222-235/6 A.D.) refers to Paul and half quote of Philippians 3:2a Fragment 10 p.244

Hippolytus (222-235/6 A.D.) quotes Colossians 1:19 (a few words in different order) in The Refutation of All Heresies book 8 ch.6

Hippolytus (222-235/6 A.D.) 1 Thessalonians 4:12 as by Paul Treatise on Christ and Antichrist ch.66 p.219

Hippolytus (222-235/6 A.D.) 2 Thessalonians 2:1-11 as by Paul Treatise on Christ and Antichrist ch.63 p.218

Hippolytus (222-235/6 A.D.) quotes 1 Timothy 4:1-5 as by Paul p.124

1 Timothy 6:20,21 as by Paul. p.204

Hippolytus (222-235/236 A.D.) alludes to 2 Timothy 4:8a. Treatise on Christ and Antichrist ch.31 p.210

Hippolytus (222-235/6 A.D.) quotes half of Titus 2:13. Treatise on Christ and Antichrist ch.65 p.219

Hippolytus has a 5/23 quote of Hebrews 7:21 “The Lord sware and will not repent” (5 out of 23 Greek words) The Refutation of All Heresies book 5 ch.19 p.69. The same thing in The Refutation of All Heresies book 5 ch.22 p.73.

Hippolytus (222-235/236 A.D.) quotes 1 Peter 1:24,25 The Refutation of All Heresies book 6 ch.5 p.76

Hippolytus (222-235/236 A.D.) alludes to 1 Peter 3:19 “He was also reckoned among the dead, preaching the Gospel to the souls of the saints,” Treatise on Christ and Antichrist ch.26 p.209

Hippolytus (222-235/246 A.D.) quotes one-fourth of 2 Peter 2:22. “but after a little, wallow once again in the same mire.” The Refutation of All Heresies book 9 ch.1 p.125

Hippolytus (222-235/246 A.D.) alludes to 2 Peter 1:21. Treatise on Christ and Antichrist ch.2 p.204

Hippolytus (225-235/246 A.D.) probably alludes to 2 Peter 1:18,19 The Refutation of All Heresies book 10 ch.24 p.151

pseudo-Hippolytus (225-235/246 A.D.) references 2 Peter 3:3 Section 10 p.244

pseudo-Hippolytus (222-235/6 A.D.) refers to 1 John 2:18 as by John. Section 10 p.244

pseudo-Hippolytus (222-235/6 A.D.) refers to Jude 18,19 as by Jude. Section 10 p.244

Reference to John in the Apocalypse: Rev 1:8 Against the Heresy of One Noetus ch.6 p.225

 

Hippolytus bishop of Portus (222-235/6 A.D.) mentions in a negative way the Naaseni Gnostics and their gospel inscribed “according to the Egyptians”. The Refutation of All Heresies book 5.2 p.49. He also mentions are large number of other Gnostic books in a negative way.

 

 

Julius Africanus (232-245 A.D.)

 

Julius Africanus (232-245 A.D.) mentions “the Evangelist Matthew” and “Luke” in comparing the two genealogies of Jesus. Letter to Aristides ch.3 p.126

Julius Africanus (232-245 A.D.) quote 17 out of 22 words of 1 Corinthians 15:15a. Letter to Aristides ch.1 p.125

 

 

 

Gnostic Naassenes

 

Gnostic Naassenes (before 235/6 A.D.) according to Hippolytus refer to Ephesians 5:14 in The Refutation of All Heresies book 5 ch.2 p.51

 

 

Origen (225-254 A.D.)

 

When did Origen write?

David W. Bercot’s A Dictionary of Early Christian Beliefs p.426 says c.245 A.D.

 

 “A.D. 230 Origen recognized 24 books” or every book except for 2 Peter, 2 John, and 3 John.

 

A footnote says this is a reference to 2 Peter, but it is questionable. Here is the alleged reference.

I suspect the difference is that in Origen’s Commentary on John ch.20 vol.9 p.400, it says, “yet the temple will be raised again, and the body will rise again on  the third day after the day of evil which threatens it,” is claimed in the footnote in the Ante-Nicene Fathers vol.9 to be a reference to 2 Peter 3:3,10,13.

2 Peter 3:3,10,13 says, “First of all, you must understand that in the last days scoffers will come, scoffing and following their own evil desires. (10) But the day of the Lord will come like a thief. The heavens will disappear with a roar; the elements will be destroyed by fire, and the earth and everything in it will be laid bare.” (13) But in keeping with his promise we are looking forward to a new heaven and a new earth, the home of righteousness.” (NIV)

Origen (225-254 A.D.) has two whole chapters on why the gospels and not other books are called that in Commentary of John book 1 ch.7,8. p.300,301

Origen spoke of the New Testament and said there were only four gospels. Origen’s Commentary on John (225-231 A.D.) book 1 ch.1 p.299.

Origen (240 A.D.) refers to the New Testament. Commentary on the Song of Songs prologue p.56

Origen (240 A.D.) refers to John in his gospel. Commentary on the Song of Songs ch.1 p.64

Origen mentions the gospels in his Commentary on Matthew book 2 ch.1 p.413

Origen mentions Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John. Origen Against Celsus book 5 ch.56 p.568. Also quoting Matthew 18:1 in Origen’s Commentary on Matthew book 13 ch.14 p.482.

Origen (225-254 A.D.) “…as Luke relates in the Acts of the ApostlesOrigen Against Celsus book 6 ch.11 p.578

Origen (225-254 A.D.) quotes of Romans 1:1-4 in Paul’s Epistle to the Romans. de Principiis book 2 ch.4.2 p.276

Origen (225-254 A.D.) quotes 1 Corinthians 1:24 as by Paul. de Principiis book 1 ch.2.1 p.246 He also quotes 1 Corinthians 14:15 as by Paul in de Principiis book 2 ch.2 p.287

Origen quotes 2 Corinthians 4:17,18 as by Paul, in the Second Epistle to the Corinthians in Origen Against Celsus book 6 ch.19 p.582

Origen (wrote 225-254 A.D.) refers to Galatians 2:12 as by Paul in the Letter to the Galatians. Origen Against Celsus book 2 ch.1 p.429

Origen (225-254 A.D.) quotes Ephesians 6:12 as by Paul to the Ephesians. de Principiis book 3 ch.4 p.332

Origen (225-254 A.D.) quotes Philippians 4:13 as by Paul. de Principiis book 3 ch.2.5 p.333

Origen (225-254 A.D.) quotes of Colossians 1:15 as by Paul. de Principiis book 1 ch.5 p.247

Origen quotes 1 Thessalonians 2:14,15 as by Paul in the First Epistle to the Thessalonians. Origen’s Commentary on Matthew book 2 ch.18 p.425

Origen quotes 1 Thessalonians 4:17 as by the apostle. de Principiis book 2 ch.11.5 p.299

Origen quotes 2 Thessalonians 2:3,4 as by Paul in the Second Epistle to the Thessalonians. de Principiis book 2 ch.49 p.450-451

Origen (225-254 A.D.) quotes 1 Timothy 6:20 as from the Epistle of Paul. de Principiis book 3 ch.11 p.469

Origen (225-254 A.D.) mentions the Epistle to Timothy (1 Timothy) Origen Against Celsus book 1 ch.64 p.425

Rufinus freely translating Origen (225-254 A.D.) quotes 2 Timothy 1:3 as by Paul. Origen’s de Principiis book 2 ch.4.2 p.276

Origen (225-254 A.D.) quotes Titus 1:9,10 as by Paul de Principiis book 3 ch.48 p.483

Origen (225-254 A.D.) quotes Philemon 14f (11 out of 20 words quotes). “Paul with understanding was saying to Philemon in the Letter to Philemon concerning Onesimus: So that your good be not according to compulsion, but according to free will.” Homilies on Jeremiah Homily 28 ch.2 p.224

Origen (225-254 A.D.) quotes Hebrews 6:7,8 as to the Hebrews. de Principiis book 3 ch.1.10 (Greek) p.310

Origen (225-254 A.D.) quotes Hebrews 1:1,2 as “Paul says in the Epistle to the Hebrews” Origen’s Commentary on John book 2 ch.6 p.328

X Origen (225-254 A.D.) quotes James 4:17 in de Principiis book 1 ch.3.6 p.254. However, our only copy is in Latin, translated by Rufinus, who was known to paraphrase, and add content and quotes, so this should not be counted.

Origen (225-254 A.D.) quotes 1 Peter 1:9 as by Peter. de Principiis book 2 ch.3 p.287

Origen (225-254 A.D.) quotes 1 Peter 3:18-20 as by Peter. Origen’s Commentary on John book 6 ch.18 vol.9 p.368

Origen (225-254 A.D.) alludes to 1 Peter 2:5 as by Peter. Origen’s Commentary on John ch.23 vol.9 p.404

X Origen (225-254 A.D.) says that Peter left “only one epistle of acknowledged genuineness. Suppose we allow that he left a second; for this is doubtful.” Origen’s Commentary on John from the Fifth book ch.3 p.346

Origen (225-254 A.D.) says “our Lord Jesus Christ, who is ‘the light true’ and ‘rising in our hearts’”. Rising in our hearts is an allusion to 2 Peter 1:19.

Origen (225-254 A.D.) quotes 1 John 1:5 as John writes in his Epistle. Origen’s de Principiis book 1 ch.1.1 p.242

Origen (225-254 A.D.) quotes 1 John 1:5 from the Epistle of John. Origen’s de Principiis book 1 ch.1.1 p.242

Origen (225-254 A.D.) quotes that God is light from “the Catholic Epistle of John” (1 John 1:5) Origen’s Commentary on John book 2 ch.18 p.336

After acknowledging the genuineness of a letter of John’s Gospel, the Apocalypse, and a letter of John, Origen says, “Suppose also a second and a third, since not all pronounce these to be genuine; but the two together do not amount to a hundred lines.” Origen’s Commentary on John from the Fifth book ch.3 p.346-347

X Mention that the apostle Jude wrote in his letter of the Assumption of Moses. Origen’s de Principiis book 3 ch.2.1 p.328. However, our only copy is in Latin, translated by Rufinus, who was known to paraphrase, and add content and quotes, so this should not be counted.

Origen (225-254A.D.) in discussing scriptural books, quotes Jude 1 as by Jude. Origen’s Commentary on Matthew book 10 ch.17 p.424. He also quotes part of Jude 1 as by Jude in his commentary on Matthew book 13 ch.27 p.491.

Origen (225-254 A.D.) loosely quotes three-fourths of Jude 8. Origen’s Commentary on Matthew book 10 ch.24 p.430

Origen mentions Revelation 5:8 as from John in Revelation Origen Against Celsus book 8 ch.17 p.645

Origen’s Commentary on John mentions the Gospels of Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John. He mentions Paul writing in 2 Corinthians and John in the Apocalypse.

Origen 225-254 A.D. refers to Revelation 21 as “from the Apocalypse of John” Origen Against Celsus book 6 ch.23 p.583

 

Origen says, “And therefore that language which is found in the Acts of Paul, where it is said that ‘here is the Word a living being,’ appears to me to be rightly used. John, however, with more sublimity and propriety, says in the beginning of his Gospel, when defining God…” Origen’s de Principiis book 1 ch.3 p.246.

 

Origen mentions the Testament of the Twelve Patriarchs by name in Homilies in Joshua 15:6 (Testament of the Twelve Patriarchs Reuben 2,3)

 

Origen (235-245 A.D.) says he “read elsewhere” and quotes from the Gospel of Thomas. He does not give it authority as scripture though. Homilies on Jeremiah Homily 27 ch.3.7 p.254

 

Novatian (250-257 A.D.)

 

Novatian (250-257  A.D.) mentions the Old Testament and New Testament in Novatian’s Treatise Concerning the Trinity ch.7 p.617. he also mentions the truth of both the Old and New Testaments in ch.17 p.627

Novatian (250-247 A.D.) “For as well the ancient prophecies as the Gospels testify Him to be the son of Abraham and the son of David” Treatise on the Trinity ch.9 p.618

Novatian (250/4-256/7 A.D.) quotes Matthew 10:29f (14/19 words quoted) and Matthew 10:30 (full quote) as "says the Lord" in Treatise on the Trinity ch.8 p.617

Not a reference: Mark 7:19 p.645

Not a reference: Mark 7:19 p.648

Novatian (250/4-256/7 A.D.) “For they propose and put forward what is told in the Gospel of Luke” and refers to Luke 1:35. Concerning the Trinity ch.24 p.635

Novatian (250/4-256/7 A.D.) says John 1:14 is by John in Treatise Concerning the Trinity ch.13 p.622

Novatian (250-257 A.D.) Acts 1:5 p.678

Novatian (250-257 A.D.) quotes 3 / 4 of Acts 2:17 (also Joel 2:28 ) as prophesied by Joel and given by Christ. Treatise on the Trinity ch.29 p.640

Novatian (250-257 A.D.) Acts 2:17,18 p.676

X Acts 2:33 p.658

Novatian (250-257 A.D.) Acts 4:12 p.670

Novatian (250-257 A.D.) Acts 8:20,21 p.676

Not a reference: Acts 10:15 p.646

Novatian (250-257 A.D.) Acts 10:44-48 p.670

Novatian (250-257 A.D.) Acts 11:15-17 p.668

Novatian (250-257 A.D.) Acts 15:7,8 p.668

Novatian (250-257 A.D.) Acts 15:9 p.670

Novatian (250-257 A.D.) mentions Romans 1:20 as by the apostle Paul. Treatise Concerning the Trinity ch.3 p.614

Novatian (250-257 A.D.) quotes all of 1 Corinthians 6:13 in On the Jewish Meats ch.5 p.648.

Novatian (250-257 A.D.) quotes all of 2 Corinthians 4:13 in Treatise Concerning the Trinity ch.29 p.640.

Novatian (250-257 A.D.) says Galatians 1:1 and 1:12 as by Paul. Treatise on the Trinity ch.13 p.622

Novatian (250-257 A.D.) quotes and references by Paul: Ephesians 4:10 Novatian Treatise Concerning the Trinity ch.17 p.627

Novatian (250-257 A.D.) quotes Philippians 2:6-11 as by the apostle in Treatise on the Trinity ch.22 p.632

Novatian (250-257 A.D.) quotes Colossians 1:16 as by “the apostle” Treatise Concerning the Trinity ch.13 p.622

Novatian (250-257 A.D.) quotes Colossians 1:15 as by “the same apostle” Treatise Concerning the Trinity ch.21 p.632

Novatian (250-257 A.D.) refers to 1 Timothy 1:17 as by Paul. Treatise Concerning the Trinity ch.3 p.614

Novatian (250-257 A.D.) quotes: 1 Timothy 4:4-5 Novatian On the Jewish Meats ch.5 p.648

Novatian (250-257 A.D.) quotes all of Titus 1:15. On the Jewish Meats ch.5 p.648. He does not refer to any other verses from Titus.

Novatian (250-257 A.D.) quotes half of 1 John 4:12 as by John. Treatise on the Trinity ch.18 p.627

 

 

Treatise Against Novatian (254-256 A.D.)

 

Treatise Against Novatian (254-256/7 A.D.) quotes all of Matthew 10:33 as scripture.

Treatise Against Novatian (254-256/7 A.D.) ch.15 p.662 quotes Luke 8:1-5 says by the Lord Himself in the Gospel.

Treatise Against Novatian (254-256/7 A.D.) ch.6 p.659 quotes Luke 10:19 as said by the Lord in the Gospel. This work also refers to Luke 11:10 and 7:39.

Treatise Against Novatian (254-256/7 A.D.) ch.2 p.657 says John 10:1 is by John, the gospel.

Treatise Against Novatian (254-256/7 A.D.) ch.16 p.662 quotes all of Romans 2:11.

Treatise Against Novatian (254-256 A.D.)  ch.12 p.661 quotes Romans 14:4 as by the apostle. It quotes parts or Romans 2:11 in ch.16 p.662.

Treatise Against Novatian (250/4-256/7 A.D.) ch.14 p.661 quotes 1 Corinthians 11:17f (12/15 words quoted)as "says the apostle"

Treatise Against Novatian (250/4-256/7 A.D.) ch.17 p.663 quotes Ephesians 5:6,7 as by the Apostle.

Treatise Against Novatian (254-256 A.D.) ch.1 p.657 quotes two-thirds of Philippians 3:2 as scripture.

Treatise Against Novatian (254-256 A.D.) ch.8 p.659 quotes Hebrews 10:30 as scripture.

Treatise Against Novatian (254-256 A.D.) ch.13 p.661 quotes half of James 4:6.

Treatise Against Novatian (254-256 A.D.) ch.16 p.662 quotes Jude 14,15.

A Treatise Against Novatian (254-256/7 A.D.) quotes part of Revelation 17:15 as in the Apocalypse p.658

Treatise Against Novatian (c.250-257 A.D.) ch.17 p.663 quotes Revelation 20:11-13 as John says in the Apocalypse.

 

 

Treatise On Rebaptism (254-257 A.D.)

 

Treatise On Rebaptism (250/4-256/7 A.D.) ch.3 p.668 mentions the New Testament.

Treatise on Rebaptism (c.250-258 A.D.) ch.2 p.668 quotes Matthew 3:11b

Treatise on Rebaptism (c.250-258 A.D.) ch.7 p.671 quotes the Great Commission in Matthew 28:19

Treatise on Rebaptism (c.250-258 A.D.) ch.9 p.672 tells in detail Jesus rebuking Peter, with many quotes sprinkled throughout. Matthew 16:22,70

Treatise on Rebaptism (c.250-258 A.D.) ch.11 p.673 quotes Matthew 10:32.

Treatise on Rebaptism (c.250-258 A.D.) ch.12 p.674 quotes Matthew 24:4,23,24 as Jesus is speaking.

Treatise on Rebaptism (c.250-258 A.D.) ch.13 p.675 quotes Matthew 12:37 as “in the Gospel”

Treatise on Rebaptism (c.250-258 A.D.) ch.18 p.677 quotes Matthew 9:2b

 Treatise on Rebaptism (c.250-258 A.D.) ch.17 p.677 “Also according to Mark He said, with the same purpose, to the sons of Zebedee”

Treatise on Rebaptism (c.250-258 A.D.) ch.14 p.675 “in the Gospel according to Luke” and quotes Luke 12:50.

Treatise on Rebaptism (c.250-258 A.D.) ch.14 p.675 “as says the Scripture” and quotes John 738

Treatise On Rebaptism (250/4-256/7 A.D.) ch.2 p.668 quotes Acts 1:4,5 as from “the Acts of the Apostles”.

Treatise On Rebaptism (250/4-256/7 A.D.) ch.15 p.676 quotes Acts 2:17,18 as Peter is speaking.

Treatise On Rebaptism (250/4-256/7 A.D.) ch.16 p.676 quotes Acts 8:20,21 as from the Acts of the Apostles.

Treatise On Rebaptism (250/4-256/7 A.D.) ch.12 p.674 quotes Acts 15:13-17 “as James says in the Acts of the Apostles”.

Treatise on Rebaptism (250-256/7 A.D.) ch.13 p.675 quotes 13:3f (14/21 words quoted) as by the apostle.

Treatise On Rebaptism (250/4-256/7 A.D.) ch.6 p.670 quotes Philippians 2:9b-11 as by Paul.

Treatise on Rebaptism (c.250-258 A.D.) ch.13 p.677 quotes 1 John 4:7f (12/22 words quoted), 1 John 4:8f (4/10 words quoted) as by John the evangelist.

Treatise On Rebaptism (c.250-258 A.D.) ch.15 p.675 For John says of our Lord in his epistle, teaching us: 'This is He who came by water and blood, Jesus Christ; not by water only, but by water and blood: and it is the Spirit that beareth witness, because the Spirit is truth.'” (1 John 5:6,8 full quote)

 

Treatise on Re-Baptism (254-257 A.D.) ch.17 p.677 mentions by name The Preaching of Paul as contrary to all scripture because it mentions Christ confessing His own sin, and having to be compelled by Mary to receive John’s baptism

 

 

Cyprian of Carthage (c.246-258 A.D.)

 

 “A.D. 250 Cyprian recognized 23 books” This is every book except Philemon, James, and 2 and 3 John.

 

Cyprian of Carthage (c.246-258 A.D.) mentions the Old Testament referring as we would understand it in many places. He says, “That another Prophet such as Moses was promised, to wit, one who should give a new testament, and who rather ought to be heard.” Then he quotes Deuteronomy 18:18,19 as Deuteronomy. Treatises of Cyprian Treatise 12 18 p.512

Cyprian of Carthage (c.246-258 A.D.) mentions the Gospels in Letter 72 ch.17 p.383

Cyprian bishop of Carthage (c.246-258 A.D.) “In the Gospel according to Matthew: ‘Whoever shall say a word against the Son of man, it shall be forgiven him; but whosoever shall speak against the Holy Ghost, it shall not be forgiven him, neither in this world nor in the world to come.’” Treatises of Cyprian Treatise 3 ch.28 p.542

Cyprian bishop of Carthage (c.246-258 A.D.) quotes Matthew 5:43-45 mentions what Jesus says “in His Gospel” in Treatises of Cyprian Treatise 10 ch.15 p.495.

Cyprian of Carthage (c.246-258 A.D.) mentions “The Gospel according to Matthew” quoting Matthew 5:23,24 in Treatises of Cyprian - Testimonies ch.3 p.533.

Cyprian of Carthage (c.246-258 A.D.) quotes Matthew 15:13 as by “the Lord in His Gospel” Letter 48:4 p.326

Cyprian of Carthage says (c.246-258 A.D.) “Also according to Mark” and quotes Mark 4:24 in Treatises of Cyprian - Testimonies ch.22 p.541

Cyprian of Carthage (c.246-258 A.D.) mentions the “Gospel according to Luke” and quotes Luke 6:37 in Treatises of Cyprian - Testimonies ch.21 p.541.

Cyprian of Carthage (c.246-258 A.D.) quotes Luke 11:23 as by “our Lord Jesus Christ, when He testified in His Gospel”. (Letter 75 ch.1 p.397)

Cyprian of Carthage (c.246-258 A.D.) mentions the “Gospel according to John” and then quotes John 3:18,19 in Treatises of Cyprian - Testimonies ch.31 p.543. also Treatise 2 second book ch.1 p.516. See also his quote of John 15:18-20 as by John in Treatises of Cyprian Treatise 3 ch.29 p.542

Cyprian of Carthage (c.246-258 A.D.) mentions the Acts of the Apostles and quotes Acts 5:3,4 in Treatises of Cyprian - Testimonies ch.30 p.543. See also Letter 72 ch.17 p.383.

Cyprian of Carthage (c.246-258 A.D.) “divine Scripture proves this, when it says, ‘But the multitude of them which believed were of one heart and of one soul.’ [Acts 4:32] And again: ‘These all continued with one mind in prayer with the women, and Mary the mother of Jesus, and with His brethren.’” [Acts 1:14] Treatises of Cyprian Treatise 1 ch.25 p.429

Cyprian, bishop of Carthage (c.246-258 A.D.) quotes from “Acts of the Apostles” in his Treatise 12 the third book 3,43.

Cyprian of Carthage (c.246-258 A.D.) mentions the “Epistle of Paul to the Romans” in Treatises of Cyprian - Testimonies ch.45 p.546.

Cyprian of Carthage (c.246-258 A.D.) mentions the First Epistle of Paul to the Corinthians and then quotes 1 Cor 7:10,11 in Treatises of Cyprian - Testimonies ch.90 p.553. He also refers to Paul and his first Epistle to the Corinthians in Treatise 12 Second book ch.1 p.516

Cyprian of Carthage (c.246-258 A.D.) mentions “Paul to the Galatians” in Treatises of Cyprian - Testimonies ch.64 p.551.

Cyprian of Carthage (c.246-258 A.D.) mentions Paul writing Ephesians, First Letter to Timothy, and Titus in Treatises of Cyprian - Testimonies ch.70-78 p.552.

Cyprian of Carthage (c.246-258 A.D.) mentions Philippians and quotes Philippians 2:21; 3:19-21 in Treatises of Cyprian - Testimonies ch.11 p.536.

Cyprian of Carthage (c.246-258 A.D.) “Also in the Epistle of Paul to the Philippians: "But doing all things for love, without murmurings and revilings, that ye may be without complaint, and spotless sons of God.’” Treatises of Cyprian Treatise 12 third book testimonies ch.14 p.537

Cyprian of Carthage (c.246-258 A.D.) quotes Colossians 1:15,18 as by Paul in Colossians in Treatise 12 Second book ch.1 p.516.

Cyprian of Carthage (c.246-258 A.D.) mentions the Second Letter to Timothy and “Paul to the Thessalonians” and quotes 2 Thessalonians 3:6 in Treatises of Cyprian - Testimonies ch.67-68 p.551

Cyprian of Carthage (c.246-258 A.D.) mentions Paul to Timothy and quotes 2 Timothy 2:24 Letter 73.9 p.389

Cyprian of Carthage (c.246-258 A.D.) quotes 2 Timothy 2:4,5 as “to TimothyTreatises of Cyprian Treatise 3 Third book Testimonies ch.11 p.536

Cyprian of Carthage (c.246-258 A.D.) alludes to Hebrews 12:6 “God, who ‘rebukes whom He loves,’ in Letter 7.5 p.286

Cyprian of Carthage (c.246-258 A.D.) mentions “the Epistle of Peter to them in Pontus” and then quotes 1 Peter 4:15-16 in Treatises of Cyprian - Testimonies ch.39 p.545.

Cyprian of Carthage (c.246-258 A.D.) mentions “The Epistle of Peter” and quotes 2 Peter 2:11,12 in Treatises of Cyprian Treatise 12 – the third book Testimonies ch.11 p.536.

Cyprian of Carthage (c.246-258 A.D.) mentions “the Epistle of John and then quotes 1 John 2:21,22 in Treatises of Cyprian - Testimonies ch.79 p.552.

Cyprian of Carthage (c.246-258 A.D.) mentions the Apocalypse and then quotes Revelation 18:4-9 in Treatises of Cyprian - Testimonies ch.36 p.544.

 

 

Roman Elders to Cyprian (Letter 2) (250-251 A.D.)

 

Letter of the Roman Elders to Cyprian (250-251 A.D.) quotes John 10:11-12. It also quotes John 16:17. Both of these were stated as “by the Lord Himself” Letters of Cyprian Letter 2 p.280.

 

 

Moyses et al to Cyprian (Letter 25) (250-251 A.D.)

 

Moyses et al. to Cyprian (Letter 25) ch.4 p.303 (250-251 A.D.) quotes Matthew 10:37-38 (full quote) as by “our Lord, as with the trumpet of His Gospel”

Moyses et al. to Cyprian (250-251 A.D.) quotes Romans 8:35 (full quote) as by the apostle. Letters of Cyprian Letter 25 ch.4 p.303

Moyses et al. to Cyprian (250-251 A.D.)  quotes half of Revelation 3:21 (full quote) “To him that overcomes will I give to sit on my throne, even as I also overcame and am set down on the throne of my Father.”. Letters of Cyprian Letter 25 p.303

 

 

Cornelius to Cyprian (Letters 45,47) (246-256 A.D.)

 

Cornelius to Cyprian (c.246-256 A.D.) quotes Matthew 5:8 (full quote) as “the evangelical word” Letter 45 ch.2 p.323

 

 

 

Roman Elders to Cyprian (Letters 2, 29, 30) (250-251 A.D.)

 

Letter of the Roman Elders to Cyprian (250-251 A.D.) quotes John 10:11,12. It also quotes John 16:17. Both of these were stated as “by the Lord Himself” Letters of Cyprian Letter 2 p.280.

 

 

Firmilian to Cyprian (Letter 74) (256 A.D.)

 

Firmilian of Caesarea to Cyprian (256 A.D.) quotes Matthew 16:9f (24/32 words quoted) as by Jesus. Epistles of Cyprian Epistle 74 ch.16 p.394

Firmilian of Caesarea to Cyprian (256 A.D.) quotes Mark 13:6 (full quote) as by “the Lord Himself”. Epistles of Cyprian Epistle 74 ch.9 p.392

Firmilian of Caesarea to Cyprian (256 A.D.) quotes Luke 11:23 (full quote) as by “Christ our Lord”. Epistles of Cyprian Epistle 74 ch.14 p.394

Firmilian of Caesarea to Cyprian (256 A.D.) quotes John 17:21a (6/27 words quoted, then a paraphrase). Epistles of Cyprian Epistle 74 ch.3 p.391

Firmilian of Caesarea to Cyprian (256 A.D.) quotes John 20:22,23 as “in the Gospel”. Epistles of Cyprian Epistle 74 ch.16 p.384

Firmilian of Caesarea to Cyprian (256 A.D.) quotes 1 Corinthians 11:27 as “it is written” Epistles of Cyprian Epistle 74 ch.21 p.395

Firmilian of Caesarea to Cyprian (256 A.D.) quotes Galatians 3:27 (full quote) as by “the apostle”. Epistles of Cyprian Epistle 74 ch.12 p.393

Firmilian of Caesarea to Cyprian (256 A.D.) quotes Ephesians 4:5-6 (full quote) as by Paul. Epistles of Cyprian Epistle 74 ch.24 p.396 .

Firmilian of Caesarea to Cyprian (256 A.D.) quotes Ephesians 4:1-6 (full quote). Epistles of Cyprian Epistle 74 ch.24 p.396

Firmilian of Caesarea to Cyprian (256 A.D.) quotes Philippians 1:18 as by the apostle. Epistles of Cyprian Epistle 74 ch.20 p.395

Firmilian of Caesarea to Cyprian (256 A.D.) paraphrases part of 1 Peter 3:21: “Even as also the Apostle Peter laid down, saying, ‘Thus also shall baptism in like manner make you safe;” Epistles of Cyprian Epistle 74 ch.15 p.394

 

 

Seventh Council of Carthage (258 A.D.)

 

At the Seventh Council of Carthage (258 A.D.) Lucius of Castra Galbae fully quotes Matthew 5:13: “Since the Lord in His Gospel said, ‘Ye are the salt of the earth: but if the salt should have lost its savour, wherewith shall it be salted’” p.566

At the Seventh Council of Carthage (258 A.D.) Nemesianus of Thubunae quotes all of John 3:6, as "in the Gospel the Lord says" on p.566

At the Seventh Council of Carthage (258 A.D.) Paulus of Obba quotes Romans 3:3 (full quote); Romans 3:4a (11/26 words quoted), as by the apostle on p.570

At the Seventh Council of Carthage (258 A.D.) Nemesianus of Thubunae quotes Galatians 5:19-21 (full quote) as "the apostle says" on p.566

At the Seventh Council of Carthage (258 A.D.) Nemesianus of Thubunae quotes Ephesians 4:3-5 (full quote) and Ephesians 4:6a (2/15 words quoted) on p.566

At the Seventh Council of Carthage (258 A.D.) on p.571 Victor of Assuri paraphrases Ephesians 4:5 as “it is written”.

At the Seventh Council of Carthage (258 A.D.) mentions “John the apostle laid it down in his epistle, saying” and then quotes 2 John 10,11 (full quote) in Seventh Council of Carthage p.572.

 

 

Pontius (after 258 A.D.)

 

Pontius’ Life and Passion of Cyprian (after 258 A.D.) ch.3 p.268 alludes to Acts 8:37 as “in the Acts of the Apostles”

Pontius (after 258 A.D.) alludes to 1 Timothy 3:6 as by the apostle. “the apostle’s epistle says that novices should be passed over, else by the stupor of heathenism that yet clings to their unconfirmed minds, their untaught inexperience should in any respect sin against God.” Life and Passion of Cyprian ch.2 p.268

 

 

Gregory Thaumaturgus (240-265 A.D.)

 

Gregory Thaumaturgus (240-265 A.D.) quotes part of Matthew 15:11 as by the Savior. Canonical Epistle canon 1 p.18

Gregory Thaumaturgus (240-265 A.D.) alludes to Luke 21:2 as “laid down in the sacred writings”

Gregory Thaumaturgus (240-265 A.D.) quotes 1 Corinthians 6:13 as by the apostle in Canonical Epistle ch.1 p.18.

Gregory Thaumaturgus (240-265 A.D.) paraphrases Ephesians 5:5-13 saying, “Scripture says” in Canonical Epistle ch.2 p.18.

 

 

Dionysius of Alexandria (246-265 A.D.)

 

Dionysius of Alexandria (246-265 A.D.) “It was ‘in the end of the Sabbath,’ as Matthew has said; it was ‘early, when it was yet dark,’ as John writes; it was ‘very early in the morning,’ as Luke puts it; and it was ‘very early in the morning, at the rising of the sun,’ as Mark tells us. Thus no one has shown us clearly the exact time when He rose.” Letter 5 to the bishop Basilides p.94

Dionysius of Alexandria (246-265 A.D.) quotes to Acts 13:5,13 as “in the Acts of the Apostles” From the Two Books on Promises ch.5 p.83.

Dionysius of Alexandria (c.246-265 A.D.) refers to 1/3 of Romans 14:23 as by the apostle. Epistle to the Bishop Basilides canon 4 p.96.

Dionysius of Alexandria (c.246-265 A.D.) quotes 1 Corinthians 15:41 (full quote) by Paul. The Two Books of Promises ch.3 p.85.

Dionysius of Alexandria (c.246-265 A.D.) quotes Ephesians 5:23m (not 8 5 not 4 words quoted). Commentary on Ecclesiastes ch.1 p.113

Dionysius of Alexandria (246-265 A.D.) quotes Titus 3:10 as by Paul. Commentary on Ecclesiastes ch.3.9 p.114

Dionysius of Alexandria (246-265 A.D.) quotes part of James 1:13 in The Gospel According to Luke p.116. He also quotes half of James 1:13 in An Exposition of Luke 22. 46. etc. p.119

Dionysius of Alexandria (246-265 A.D.) quotes 1 John 5:19f (8/14 words quoted) in An Exposition of Luke 22. 46. etc. ch.4 p.119

Dionysius of Alexandria (c.246-265 A.D.) quotes Revelation 1:1-2 (full quote). The Two Books of Promises ch.1.4 p.83.

Dionysius of Alexandria (c.246-265 A.D.) quotes Revelation 1:9 (full quote). The Two Books of Promises ch.1.4 p.83.

 

 

Dionysius of Rome (259-269 A.D.)

 

Dionysius of Rome (259-269 A.D.) says the Trinity is in Scripture but the doctrine of “three gods is neither taught in the Old nor in the New Testament.” Against the Sabellians ch.1 vol.7 p.365

 

 

Malchion (270 A.D.)

 

Malchion (270 A.D.) (allusion) alludes to 1 Timothy 6:5 Against Paul of Samosata ch.2 p.169

 

 

Anatolius of Alexandria (270-280 A.D.)

 

Anatolius of Alexandria (270-280 A.D.) (implied) refers to the “Old Testament” which implies a New. The Paschal Canon of Anatolius of Alexandria ch.8 p.148

Anatolius of Alexandria (270-280 A.D.) refers to Matthew 26:17 (11/18 words quoted); in ch.8, and Matthew 26:38 in The Paschal Canon of Anatolius of Alexandria ch.10 p.149

Anatolius of Alexandria (270-280 A.D.) refers to Mark 14:12a (9/23 words quoted with a gap) in The Paschal Canon of Anatolius of Alexandria ch.10 p.149

Anatolius of Alexandria (270-280 A.D.) quotes Luke 15:6f (9/22 words quoted) as said by the Lord Himself. The Paschal Canon of Anatolius of Alexandria ch.10 p.149

 

 

 

Phileas of Thmuis (martyred 306/307 A.D.)

 

 

Phileas of Thmuis (martyred 306/307 A.D.) quote the last 2/3 of Philippians 2:6, the first 2/3 of Php 2:7, and all of Php 2:8. Letter to the Chief Chamberlain ch.1 p.162

 

 

 

Pierius of Alexandria (c.275 A.D.)

 

Pierius of Alexandria (275 A.D.) wrote a book entitled On the Gospel According to Luke” Fragment 1 p.157

Pierius of Alexandria (275 A.D.) quotes half of 1 Corinthians 7:7 as by Paul in Fragment 1 p.157

 

 

Adamantius (c.300 A.D.)

 

Adamantius (c.300 A.D.) mentions four who preached the gospel, but they preached the same, so the four gospels are one gospel. Dialogue on the True Faith p.43.

Adamantius (c.300 A.D.) quotes Luke 23:46; 50-53 as by the evangelist. Dialogue on the True Faith Fifth Part 12 p.163

Adamantius (c.300 A.D.) quotes John 1:3 as by “John the Evangelist.” Dialogue on the True Faith Fourth Part 15 p.146

Adamantius (c.300 A.D.) “Will you agree if I show from the Gospels that they are not fabrications?” … “The disciples of Christ wrote them: John and Matthew; Mark and Luke. Dialogue on the True Faith First Part “b 5” p.41

Adamantius (c.300 A.D.) mentions “the Acts of the Apostles” Dialogue on the True Faith second part 12d p.90.

Adamantius (c.300 A.D.) quotes Romans 13:9m (not 1 7 not 2 18 words quoted); Rom 13:10 (full quote) as by Paul. Dialogue on the True Faith (Adamantius is speaking) second part e17 p.97.

Adamantius (c.300 A.D.) refers to 1 Corinthians 15:14 (full quote) in Dialogue on the True Faith (Adamantius is speaking) second part ch.7 855a p.156.

Adamantius (c.300 A.D.) refers to Galatians 6:7f  (8 /13 words quoted). Dialogue on the True Faith (Adamantius is speaking) second part 924a p.81.

Adamantius (c.300 A.D.) quotes Ephesians 4:10a (7/15 words quotes) as by Paul. Dialogue on the True Faith second part ch.7 855a p.157. Marinus the Bardesene is speaking, but Adamantius confirms what he said.

Adamantius (c.300 A.D.) alludes to Ephesians 2:12,16 and Colossians 1:21-22 as by Paul. Dialogue on the True Faith fifth part e p.151

Adamantius (c.300 A.D.) quotes 1 Thessalonians 2:14-15 Dialogue on the True Faith first part ch.29a p.69. as by the Apostle Paul.

Adamantius (c.300 A.D.) quotes 2 Thessalonians 1:6-7 as “by the same apostle”. Dialogue on the True Faith second part ch.824B p.81-82. (Adamantius is speaking)

Adamantius (c.300 A.D.) quotes 1 Timothy 1:13 as by the Apostle Paul.

Adamantius (c.300 A.D.) quotes part of Hebrews 10:1 as by the apostle in Dialogue on the True Faith fifth part 5 p.153

Adamantius (300 A.D.) quotes 2 Peter 3:15b as by Peter. “then by the Apostle Peter when he wrote, ‘according to the wisdom given to my brother Paul.’”

Adamantius (c.300 A.D.) quotes with scripture authority 2 Peter 2:19b. He says he is quoting a scriptural passage when he says, ‘By whom each man is overcome, of him also he is he slave.’”

 

 

Theonas of Alexandria (c.300 A.D.)

 

Theonas of Alexandria (c.300 A.D.) paraphrases part of Mark 11:25: “and even as ye desire that He may remit your transgressions, do ye also forgive them theirs;” Letter the Lucianus, the Chief  Chamberlain ch.9 (vol.6) p.160

Theonas of Alexandria quotes loosely half of Colossians 4:6 in ch.8 p.161

 

 

Arnobius (297-303 A.D.)

 

Arnobius (297-303 A.D.) alludes to John 8:46 “What, then, constrains you, what excites you to revile, to rail at, to hate implacably Him whom no man can accuse of any crime?” (Arnobius Against the Heathen book 1 ch.64 p.432)

Arnobius (297-303 A.D.) “Have the well-known words never rung in your ears, that the wisdom of man is foolishness with God?” (1 Corinthians 3:19) Arnobius Against the Heathen book 2 ch.7 p.435

 

 

Victorinus of Petau in Austria (martyred 304 A.D.)

 

Victorinus of Petau (martyred 304 A.D.) says the world is composed of four elements, just as there are four gospels, four generations from Adam to Noah, from Abraham to Moses, four rivers in paradise, four soldiers at the crucifixion, four living creatures, and four seasons. On the Creation of the World p.341

Victorinus of Petau (martyred 304 A.D.) mentions Psalm, Matthew, Isaiah, Daniel Commentary on the Creation of the World p.342

Victorinus of Petau bishop of Petau in Austria (martyred 304 A.D.) mentions Matthew, Mark, and Luke in Commentary on the Apocalypse of the Blessed John p.348

Victorinus of Petau (martyred 304 A.D.) mentions Jesus as the Word of God and quotes John 1:1 as by John the Evangelist Commentary on the Creation of the World p.342

Victorinus of Petau (martyred 304 A.D.) mentions the apocalypse of John the apostle and evangelist Commentary on the Creation of the World p.343

Victorinus of Petau bishop of Petau in Austria (martyred 304 A.D.) mentions Acts of the Apostles Commentary on the Apocalypse of the Blessed John p.355

Victorinus of Petau (martyred 304 A.D.) mentions the Old and New Testaments in his Commentary on the Apocalypse of the Blessed John p.345 He listed the letters of Paul as Romans, Corinthians, Galatians, Ephesians, Thessalonians, Philippians, Colossians, Timothy and quotes 1 Timothy 3:15 in ch.16 p.345 He goes on to quote 1 Corinthians 15:53 on p.346

Victorinus of Petau (martyred 304 A.D.) quotes Colossians 3:1a 8/17 words quoted). Commentary on the Apocalypse from the twentieth chapter v.4-5 p.359

Victorinus of Petau (martyred 304 A.D.) quotes 1 Timothy 3:15m (not 10 6 not 5 words quoted) by Paul to timothy. Commentary on the Apocalypse from the first chapter v.16 p.345

Victorinus of Petau (martyred 304 A.D.) quotes 2 Thessalonians 2:11 (full quote), 2 Thessalonians 2:12m (not 2 6 not 5 words quoted). Commentary on the Apocalypse from the eleventh chapter v.7 p.354

Victorinus of Petau (martyred 304 A.D.) quotes part of 1 Peter 2:9 as by the apostle Peter Commentary on the Apocalypse of the Blessed John p.344

Victorinus of Petau (martyred 304 A.D.)  wrote an entire commentary on the Apocalypse [Revelation]

 

 

Pamphilus (martyred 309 A.D.)

 

Pamphilus (martyred 309 A.D.) we have preserved his outline of the Acts of the Apostles. Ante-Nicene Fathers vol.6 p.166-168.

 

 

Peter of Alexandria (285-311 A.D.)

 

Peter of Alexandria (306,285-311 A.D.) quotes Matthew 10:17 (full quote). The Canonical Epistle canon 9 p.273.

Peter of Alexandria (306,285-311 A.D.) quotes Luke 1:35f (20/24 words quoted). Fragment 2 On the Godhead p.380.

Peter of Alexandria (306,285-311 A.D.) refers to the gospel by John. From Fragment 5.7 p.282

Peter of Alexandria (306,285-311 A.D.) quotes Acts 7:59 as Stephen is speaking. The Canonical Epistle canon 9 p.273.

Peter of Alexandria (306,285-311 A.D.) quotes Romans 10:8-10. The Canonical Epistle canon 5 p.271. He quotes half of Romans 2:11 in The Canonical Epistle canon 7 p.272.

Peter of Alexandria (306,285-311 A.D.) quotes 1 Corinthians 5:7f (9/20 words quoted) as "what is written by the blessed Paul" fragment 5.7 from the Chronicle Paschal p.1. ANF p.282

Peter of Alexandria (306,285-311 A.D.) paraphrases 2 Corinthians 11:32-33. Canonical Epistle canon 9 p.273

Peter of Alexandria (306,285-311 A.D.) quotes from Ephesians 2:8-9 as by the apostle in Fragment 2 On the Godhead p.280.

Peter of Alexandria (306,285-311 A.D.) quotes Philippians 1:23,24 as by “the blessed apostle Paul” The Canonical Epistle Canon 10 p.274

Peter of Alexandria (306,285-311 A.D.) quotes 1 Timothy 4:11-12 as referring to Timothy. Canonical Epistle Canon 14 p.279

Peter of Alexandria (306,285-311 A.D.) refers to 1 Peter 3:18b according to The Greek New Testament both 3rd edition and 4th revised edition by Aland et al. However, I have not been able to confirm this in the writings of Peter of Alexandria that I have.

Peter of Alexandria (306,285-311 A.D.) quotes 1 John 2:1f (12/20 words quoted). Canonical Epistle Canon 11 p.276

 

Note that the Genuine Acts of Peter was written later, after Nicea..

 

 

Council of Neocaesarea (315 A.D.)

 

Council of Neocaesarea (c.315 A.D.) Canon 15 p.86 “The deacons ought to be seven in number, according to the canon, even if the city be great. Of this you will be persuaded from the Book of Acts.”

 

 

Methodius (270-311/312 A.D.)

 

Methodius (270-311/312 A.D.) (Implied) “I will bring forward to you, O virgins, from the Old Testament, written prophecy from the Book of Judges, to show that I speak the truth,” Banquet of the Ten Virgins Discourse 10 ch.2 p.348

Methodius (280-312 A.D.) “For which cause, also, four Gospels have been given, because God has four times given the Gospel to the human race,” Banquet of the Ten Virgins Discourse 10 ch.2 p.348

Methodius (270-311/312 A.D.) “Now the whole spiritual mediation of the Scriptures is given to us as salt which stings in order to benefit, and which disinfects, without which it is impossible for a soul, by means of reason, to be brought to the Almighty; for ‘ye are the salt of the earth,’ said the Lord to the apostles.” [Matthew 5:13] The Banquet of the Ten Virgins book 1 discourse 1 ch.1 p.311

X Methodius (270-311/312 A.D.) (half quote) quotes Mark 11:9f, which is also Psalm 118:26a; Matthew 21:9b; Luke 19:38a; and John 12:13b. “Instead of our garments, let us strew our hearts before Him. In psalms and hymns, let us raise to Him our shouts of thanksgiving; and without ceasing, let us exclaim, ‘Blessed is He that cometh in the name of the Lord;’” Oration on the Psalms ch.1 p.394. However, Oration on the Psalms is considered corrupt by Dupin.

Methodius (270-311/312 A.D.) quotes Luke 12:19 (full quote). Banquet of the Ten Virgins discourse 6 ch.4 p.330

Methodius (270-311/312 A.D.) quotes John 1:1-2 in Extract from the Work on Things Created ch.6 p.381

Methodius (270-311/312 A.D.) quotes Romans 8:19-21 as Paul clearly testifies. Discourse on the Resurrection part 1 ch.8 p.365

Methodius (270-311/312 A.D.) quotes 1 Corinthians 7:34 as by Paul. Banquet of the Ten Virgins discourse 1 ch.1 p.311.

Methodius (270-311/312 A.D.) quotes 2 Corinthians 10:5 (full quote). Discourse on the Resurrection part 3.2 ch.1 p.371.

Methodius (270-311/312 A.D.) quotes Galatians 4:19 (full quote). Banquet of the Ten Virgins discourse 3 ch.9 p.320.

Methodius (270-311/312 A.D.) quotes Ephesians 5:28-30 as by Paul. Banquet of the Ten Virgins discourse 3 ch.2 p.317.

Methodius (270-311/312 A.D.) quotes half of Philippians 2:5 in a fragment from His Discourse Concerning Martyrs p.382.

Methodius (270-311/312 A.D.) alludes to Colossians 1:15 as by Paul. The Banquet of the Ten Virgins Discourse 3 ch.3 p.317. Paul is mentioned at the very end of chapter 2 and the very start of chapter 4.

Methodius (270-311/312 A.D.) refers to Colossians 3:4 according to The Greek New Testament 4th revised edition by Aland et al. However, I have not been able to confirm this in the writings of Methodius I have.

Methodius (270-311/312 A.D.) alludes to Hebrews 11:10. The Banquet of the Ten Virgins Discourse 5 ch.7 p.328

Methodius (270-311/312 A.D.) quotes 1 Thessalonians 4:16 by Paul. Banquet of the Ten Virgins Discourse 6 ch.4 p.330

Methodius (270-311/312 A.D.) quotes 1 Timothy 2:4 as by the apostle. Banquet of the Ten Virgins Discourse 3 ch.7 p.316

Methodius (270-311/312 A.D.) alludes to 1 Peter 2:10 in The Banquet of the Ten Virgins Discourse 4 ch.4 p.324

Methodius (270-311/312 A.D.) quotes Revelation 12:1-6 (full quote) by "John in the course of the Apocalypse". The Banquet of the Ten Virgins Discourse 8 ch.5 p.336

 

pseudo-Methodius (after 312 A.D.) has a quote that can be half of 1 Peter 2:6, Psalm 118:22; or Isaiah 28:16. Oration Concerning Simeon and Anna ch.6 p.387

 

 

Athanasius before Nicea (318 A.D.)

 

Athanasius (c.318 A.D.) quotes Matthew 24:42 (full quote) in On the Incarnation of the Word ch.56 p.66

Athanasius (c.318 A.D.) quotes Mark 5:7m (not 5 10 not 7 words quoted); Lk 4:34f (8/18 words quoted); Mk 5:10a (10/11 words quoted) Mk 5:11 (full quote). On the Incarnation of the Word ch.32 p.53

Athanasius (318 A.D.) quotes Luke 19:10: “as He [Jesus] says Himself in the Gospels: ‘I came to find and to save the lost.’ On the Incarnation of the Word ch.14 p.43

Athanasius (318 A.D.) quotes Luke 10:18 in On the Incarnation of the Word ch.25 p.50

Athanasius (318 A.D.) quotes from John 3:3,5. “He [Jesus] says Himself in the Gospels: ‘I came to find and to save the lost.’” On the Incarnation of the Word ch.14 p.43

Athanasius (c.318 A.D.) prior to Nicea quotes part of Paul’s speech in Acts 14:15 as by Paul. Against the Heathen part 3 ch.35 p.22

Athanasius (c.318 A.D.) quotes Romans 1:26 as Paul said, the holy minister of ChristAgainst the Heathen ch.26 p.17

Athanasius (318 A.D.) quotes half of 1 Corinthians 2:8 as by Paul in On the Incarnation of the Word ch.54 p.65

Athanasius (318 A.D.) says 2 Corinthians 5:10 is by the blessed Paul. On the Incarnation of the Word ch.56 p.66-67.

Athanasius (318 A.D., prior to Nicea) quotes Ephesians 3:18 as being by Paul. On the Incarnation of the Word ch.16 p.45.

Athanasius (318 A.D.) quotes Philippians 3:14 as by Paul in Against the Heathen ch.5 p.6

Athanasius (318 A.D.,) quotes Colossians 1:15-18 in Against the Heathen ch.41 p.26

Athanasius (318 A.D.,) quotes 1 Timothy 6:15a 4/17 words quoted. On the Incarnation of the Word ch.10 p.41-42

Athanasius (318 A.D.) quotes Hebrews 11:3 as by Paul. On the Incarnation of the Word ch.3 p.37

Athanasius (318 A.D.) quotes Hebrews 2:9 in On the Incarnation of the Word ch.10 p.41

Athanasius (318 A.D.) (not counted) quotes part of Hebrews 4:12, except that he says “Son of God” instead of the Spirit. On the Incarnation of the Word ch.131 p.53

Athanasius (318 A.D.) quotes 1 Peter 2:22 On the Incarnation of the Word ch.17 p.45

 

Athanasius (318 A.D.) called the Shepherd of Hermas an edifying book. On the Incarnation of the Word ch.3.1 p.37

 

 

Hesychius, Pachomius, Phileas, and Theodorus

 

Hesychius, Pachomius, Phileas, and Theodorus to Meletius quotes 1 Timothy 5:22a (8/11 words quoted)

 

 

Lactantius (c.303-320/325 A.D.)

 

Lactantius (c.303-c.325 A.D.) “After He had risen again on the third day, He gathered together His apostles, whom fear, at the time of His being laid hold on, had put to flight; and while He sojourned with them forty days, He opened their hearts, interpreted to them the Scripture, which hitherto had been wrapped up in obscurity, ordained and fitted them for the preaching of His word and doctrine, and regulated all things concerning the institutions of the New Testament; and this having been accomplished, a cloud and whirlwind enveloped Him, and caught Him up from the sight of men unto heaven.” Manner in Which the Persecutors Died ch.2 p.311

Lactantius (c.303-c.325 A.D.) alludes to Matthew 14:22-26 in discussing Jesus walking on the water. The Divine Institutes book 4 ch.15 p.116. Lactantius also alludes to Matthew 5:44; 7:15; 18:7; and chapters 14, 19, 21. He quotes from Isaiah 7:14 as by Isaiah which is also Matthew 1:23.

Lactantius (c.303-c.325 A.D.) alludes to Matthew 14; Mark 6, Luke 9, and John 6 when he relates the incident of the five loaves and two fishes. The Divine Institutes book 4 ch.15 p.115

Lactantius (c.303-c.325 A.D.) alludes to Matthew 8, Mark 4, and Luke 8 when he speaks of “sacred writings” teaching that Jesus “compelled the winds to obey, the seas to serve Him, diseases to depart, the dead to be submissive.” The Divine Institutes book 4 ch.15 p.116

Lactantius (c.303-c.325 A.D.) quotes Luke 14:11 (full quote) in The Divine Institutes book 5 ch.17 p.151.

Lactantius (c.303-c.325 A.D.) quotes Luke 14:2 in The Divine Institutes book 5 ch.16 p.151.

Lactantius (c.303-c.325 A.D.) quotes John 1:1-3 as “John also thus taught.” The Divine Institutes book 4 ch.9 p.107

Lactantius (c.303-c.325 A.D.) alludes to Acts 1:9, saying “He [Jesus] might proceed to His Father borne aloft on a cloud.” The Divine Institutes book 4 ch.12 p.111

Lactantius (c.303-c.325 A.D.) alludes to Romans 1:22 in The Divine Institutes book 2 ch.3 p.44. He alludes to Romans 1:21-23 in The Divine Institutes book 4 ch.1 p.101

Lactantius quotes half of Ephesians 4:26 as by God. “God has enjoined us not to let the sun go down upon our wrath.” The Divine Institutes book 6 ch.18 p.185

Lactantius (c.303-320/325 A.D.) alludes to Hebrews 8:13 that the Old Testament given by Moses was not perfect. The Divine Institutes book 4 ch.20 p.123

Lactantius (c.303-c.325 A.D.) alludes to Revelation 19:12: “his name is known to none, except to Himself and the Father, as John teaches in the Revelation.” The Epitome of the Divine Institutes ch.41 p.238. He also alludes to Revelation 13 in The Divine Institutes book 7 ch.17 p.214. Lactantius alludes to Revelation 21:7 and 22:17 in The Divine Institutes book 7 ch.27 p.223. These are all of his references to Revelation.

 

 

Alexander of Alexandria (313-326 A.D.)

 

Alexander of Alexandria (313-326 A.D.) “And besides the pious opinion concerning the Father and the Son, we confess to one Holy Spirit, as the divine Scriptures teach us; who hath inaugurated both the holy men of the Old Testament, and the divine teachers of that which is called the New.” Epistles on the Arian Heresy Letter 1 ch.12 p.296

Alexander of Alexandria (313-326 A.D.) mentions God who gave us the Law, the prophets, and the Gospels. Epistles on the Arian Heresy Epistle 1 ch.12 p.295

 

 

Alexander of Alexandria (313-326 A.D.) quotes Matthew 11:27m (not 8 21 not 3 words quoted) Epistles on the Arian Heresy Epistle 1 ch.12 p.295

Alexander of Alexandria (313-326 A.D.) quotes John 1:1-3 and John 1:18 as by John. Epistles on the Arian Heresy Epistle 1 ch.4 p.292

Alexander of Alexandria (313-326 A.D.) quotes John 5:1 as “the Lord Himself testified” Epistles on the Arian Heresy Epistle 1 ch.11 p.295

Alexander of Alexandria (313-326 A.D.) quotes Romans 8:32 as by St. Paul. Epistles on the Arian Heresy Epistle 1 1 ch.8 p.294

Alexander of Alexandria (313-326 A.D.) quotes 1 Corinthians 2:9 as by the apostle Paul and Colossians 1:16,17 as by Paul in Epistles on the Arian Heresy Epistle 1 ch.5 p.293

Alexander of Alexandria (313-326 A.D.) quotes 2 Corinthians 6:14f (6/16 words) and 6:15a (6/123 words quoted) 2:9 as by the apostle in Epistles on the Arian Heresy Epistle 1 ch.7 p.294-295

Alexander of Alexandria (313-326 A.D.) quotes Colossians 1:16,17 as by Paul in Epistles on the Arian Heresy Epistle 1 ch.7 p.293

Alexander of Alexandria (313-326 A.D.) quotes 1 Timothy 4:1 as by Paul. Epistles on the Arian Heresy Epistle 2 ch.4 p.298

Alexander of Alexandria (313-326 A.D.) quotes half of 2 Timothy 3:4. It is at the end of a long catena of three verses introduced as “according to the blessed Paul”. Epistles on the Arian Heresy Epistle 1 ch.13 p.296

Alexander of Alexandria (313-326 A.D.) mentions Hymenaeus and Philetus, alluding to 2 Timothy 2:17. Epistles on the Arian Heresy Epistle 2 ch.5 p.298

Alexander of Alexandria (313-326 A.D.) quotes all of Hebrews 13:8 as by the apostle. Epistles on the Arian Heresy Epistle 2 ch.3 p.298.

Alexander of Alexandria (313-326 A.D.) quotes 2 John 10f (4/21 words quoted) and 2 John 2:11f (6/11 words quoted) "as the blessed John enjoins". Epistles on the Arian Heresy Epistle 2 ch.6 p.298.

 

 

For Further Reading on When Scripture was Written

 

Bruce, F.F., The Canon of Scripture. IVP, 1988.

Carson, Don. ed. Hermeneutics, Authority, and Canon.

King, David, and William Webster.  Holy Scripture:  The Ground and Pillar of Our Faith.  (3 volumes)  Christian Resources, 2001.  (Extensive quotes from the Early Church fathers showing that they believed in a form of “Sola Scriptura”, though not articulated exactly as Luther and Calvin did.)

Kistler, Don. ed. Sola Scriptura:  The Protestant position on the Bible, Soli Deo Gloria Publications, 1995.

Matthison, Keith. The Shape of Sola Scriptura.  Canon Press, 2001.

Sproul, R. C. Scripture Alone. Presbyterian and Reformed, 2005.

White, James. Scripture Alone.  Bethany, 2004.

 

This Preaching of Peter (cf. Clement of Alexandria, Strom. VI. 5, and Lactantius, Inst. IV. 21). It is mentioned twice by Origen (in Johan. XIII. 17, and De Principiis Præf. 8),

 

John G. Nordling in Philemon p.4 says that Jerome, Chrysostom, and Theodore of Mopsuestia specifically defended Philemon being in the canon.

 

Hill, Robert C. Didymus the Blind : Commentary on Zechariah. Catholic University of America Press. 2006

 

Vaggione, Richard Paul. Eunomius The Extant Works. Oxford University Press 1987.

 

Williams, Frank (translator). The Panarion of Epiphanius of Salamis book 1 (sections 1-46) E.J. Brill 1987 (352 pages)

 

by Steven M. Morrison, PhD.