Shepherd of Hermas — Vision 3 · Chapter 13
Vision 3.13.1
Greek
Vision 3.13.1 “In the third vision you saw her younger, beautiful, and cheerful, with a beautiful form.
Textual & reception notes
Vision 3.13.1 — Textual: The repeated beauty language is retained; the third form's appearance embodies the renewal described next. Reception: No section-specific reception verified in the sources checked.
Vision 3.13.2
Greek
Vision 3.13.2 “For when good news comes to someone who is grieving, he immediately forgets his former sorrows and expects nothing but the message he has heard. From then on he is strengthened for what is good, and his spirit is renewed because of the joy he has received. So you too have received a renewal of your spirits by seeing these good things.
Textual & reception notes
Vision 3.13.2 — Textual: Good news redirects expectation and strengthens action for good. Joy renews the spirit rather than merely changing outward appearance. Reception: No section-specific reception verified in the sources checked.
Vision 3.13.3
Greek
Vision 3.13.3 “And because you saw her seated on a bench, her position is strong: the bench has four feet and stands firmly. For the world too is upheld through four elements.
Textual & reception notes
Vision 3.13.3 — Textual: The four-footed bench illustrates stability, compared with the ancient four-element cosmology; the translation preserves that historical explanation. Reception: No section-specific reception verified in the sources checked.
Vision 3.13.4
Greek
Vision 3.13.4 “Those who have repented will therefore be entirely young and firmly established—those who have repented with their whole heart. You have received the complete revelation. Ask nothing more concerning revelation; but if anything is needed, it will be revealed to you.”
Textual & reception notes
Vision 3.13.4 — Textual: Wholehearted repentance gives complete renewal and firmness. Further revelation is promised only if needed. Reception: No section-specific reception verified in the sources checked.