40 He hath made us, and formed
us, brought us into his own world;
having presented us with his
benefits, even before we were born.
41 Wherefore, having received
all these things from him, we
ought in everything to give thanks
unto him, to whom be glory for
ever and ever. Amen.
CHAPTER XVIII.
Clement therefore exhorts them to do everything
orderly in the Church, as the only way to please God.
FOOLISH and unwise men, who
have neither prudence, nor
learning, may mock and deride
us; being willing to set up
themselves in their own conceits.
2 But what can a mortal man
do? Or what strength is there in
him that is made out of the dust?
3 For it is written, there was no
shape before mine eyes; only I
heard a sound and a voice.
4 For what? Shall man be pure
before the Lord? Shall he be
blameless in his works?
5 Behold, he trusteth not in
his servants; and his angels he
chargeth with folly.