Polycarp Exinguishing the Fires of Smyrna

Polycarp: A Martyr Who Bore Much Fruit

Posted on February 21, 2025
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In the providence of God, a person’s name sometimes accurately reflects the meaning of his life. Such is the case with Polycarp, the 2nd-century bishop and martyr. Polycarp is a Greek name that means many (poly) fruits (carp), and in light of scripture, this is an especially appropriate name. Jesus himself said: Truly, truly, I…