John of Damascus
From the Spiritual History of Theodore, Bishop of Cyrus. From the ‘Life of St Simon Stylites.’
On Holy Images — translated by Mary H. Allies
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It is superfluous to speak of Italy. They say that this man became so well known in the great city of Rome, that small statues were erected to him in all the porticos of workshops, as a certain protection to them, and a guarantee of security.
Translated by Mary H. Allies. Edition opa.patristics.john-of-damascus.on-holy-images.en.