[53] From the rather indistinct account of Simon's death, it seems probable that he became a victim to such a temptation as the "Cast Thyself down," which was set before our Lord.
[54] Acts xi. 19, 20.
[55] Acts xi. 26.
[56] See "Some Account of the Church in the Apostolic Age," by the late Professor Shirley, p. 27.
[57] Acts ix. 32.