Second Epistle of Clement
The Second Epistle of Clement, often referred to as 2 Clement, is an early Christian writing. It was at one point possibly considered canonical by the Coptic Orthodox Church and Eastern Orthodox Church.
The homily known as 2 Clement was traditionally attributed to Pope Clement I of Rome.
Clement of Rome, also known as Pope Clement I, was the bishop of Rome in the late first century AD. He is listed by Irenaeus and Tertullian as the bishop of Rome, holding office from 88 AD to his death in 99 AD. He is considered to be the first Apostolic Father of the Church, one of the three chief ones together with Polycarp and Ignatius of Antioch.
c. 1000 portrayal at Saint Sophia's Cathedral, Kyiv
11th-century fresco in the Basilica of San Clemente, Rome: Saints Cyril and Methodius bring Saint Clement's relics to Rome
Clement of Rome
Saint Clement, by Tiepolo