Philo of Cilicia (Greek: Φίλων) was a second-century deacon who served in Tarsus, he was mentioned by Ignatius of Antioch in his letters to the Smyrneans and Philadelphians.[1] He accompanied Ignatius of Antioch during his journey to Rome.[2]

The book Martyrium Ignatii which tells the story of Ignatius' martyrdom, was perhaps written by Philo along with Rheus Agathopus.[3]

References

  1. ↑ "Henry Wace: Dictionary of Christian Biography and Literature to the End of the Sixth Century A.D., with an Account of the Principal Sects and Heresies. - Christian Classics Ethereal Library". www.ccel.org. Retrieved 2022-06-17.
  2. ↑ Classen, Albrecht (2014-07-28). Mental Health, Spirituality, and Religion in the Middle Ages and Early Modern Age. Walter de Gruyter GmbH & Co KG. ISBN 978-3-11-036164-3.
  3. ↑ "Ignatius of Antioch". www.earlychristianwritings.com. Retrieved 2022-06-17.
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