Interpretation and reception

Homilies on the First Epistle of John

Augustine of Hippo

Explains the long last hour and identifies opposition to Christ in teaching and conduct as antichrist.

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Edition and location

H. Browne, Nicene and Post-Nicene Fathers, first series 7 (1888), New Advent revised transcription.

Homily 3, sections 3-5 and 8-10