Hippolytus of Rome Professions : Theologian Born : 170 Died : 236 Browse All Authors Top 4 quotes by Hippolytus of Rome Fly to the Catholic Church! Adhere to the only faith which continues to exist from the beginning, that faith which was preached by Paul and is upheld by the Chair of Peter. Hippolytus of Rome chairs catholic church Baptize first the children; and if they can speak for themselves, let them do so. Otherwise, let their parents or other relatives speak for them. Hippolytus of Rome baptism parent children A heavenly light more brilliant than all others sheds its radiance everywhere, and he who was begotten before the morning star and all the stars of heaven, Christ, mighty and immortal, shines upon all creatures more brightly than the sun. Hippolytus of Rome stars light morning Women who were reputed believers began to resort to drugs for producing sterility. They also girded themselves around, so as to expel what was being conceived. For they did not wish to have a child by either slave or by any common fellow - out of concern for their family and their excessive wealth. See what a great impiety the lawless one has advanced! He teaches adultery and murder at the same time! Hippolytus of Rome abortion drug children Similar Authors Avery Dulles theologian Augustus Hopkins Strong theologian Andrew Linzey theologian Alister E. McGrath theologian Albert Schweitzer theologian Albert Barnes theologian All Authors