Reference: Mel. 22, CPG 2123.22, FNS 62
Incipit: Πάνυ μοι καταθύμια γέγονε
Date: c. 333
Ancient Source: Athanasius, Apol. Sec. 70.2
English Translation: NPNF2 vol. 4, p. 136-7, adapted for FCC by SMT

 

Constantine, Maximus, Augustus to John.

The letters which I have received from your prudence were extremely pleasing to me, because I learned from them what I very much longed to hear: that you had laid aside every petty feeling, had joined the communion of the Church as became you, and were now in perfect concord with the most reverend Bishop Athanasius. Be assured therefore that so far I entirely approve of your conduct; because, giving up all skirmishing, you have done that which is pleasing to God, and have embraced the unity of His Church. In order therefore that you may obtain the accomplishment of your wishes, I have thought it right to grant you permission to enter the public conveyance, and to come to the court of my clemency. Let it then be your care to make no delay; but as this letter gives you authority to use the public conveyance, come to me immediately, that you may have your desires fulfilled, and by appearing in my presence may enjoy that pleasure which it is fit for you to receive. May God preserve you continually, dearly beloved brother.

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