Chapter 62

1If a faithful man or woman departs from the world leaving children, let them give their possessions to the church, so that the church may provide for their children and the poor may find relief from what they possessed. Then God may show mercy to their children and give rest to those who left them behind.

2If anyone has no children, let him not possess much, but let him give much of his possessions to the poor and to prisoners, keeping only what is right and sufficient for himself.

3If anyone has children and desires to discipline himself in virginity, let him give all his possessions to the poor, discipline himself, remain in the church, and be constant in prayers and thanksgivings.