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Reticius of Autun

Who he was

  • In the reign of Constantine, he was the most highly esteemed bishop in Gaul, (France).
  • The Emperor sent him to Rome to attend the synods of 313 and 314 which were convened to deal with the Donatists.

What he wrote

  • He wrote a commentary on the Canticle of Canticles passing a severe criticism.
  • A commentary Against Novatian from which St. Augustinequotes a sentence regardingoriginal sin.

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