Letter 10055

Gregory the Great (Wisigothic)Unknown|gregory great

**From:** Gregory I, Bishop of Rome
**To:** Leontius, Former Consul
**Date:** ~600 AD
**Context:** Commends Gregorius, a former prefect, to the ex-consul.

Gregorius, who formerly held the prefecture, is a man of integrity and I commend him to you without reservation. He has business or needs in your area that may require assistance from someone of your standing. I ask you to receive him kindly and help him as you are able. Any favor you do him, you do for me, and I will be grateful for it.

Modern English rendering for readability. See the 19th-century translation or original Latin/Greek for scholarly use.