(2) That ye be not soon shaken in mind, or be troubled, neither by (b) spirit, nor by (c) word, nor by (d) letter as from us, as that the day of Christ is at hand.
(2) We must take heed of false prophets, especially in this matter, who go about to deceive, and that for the most part, after three sorts: for either they brag of fake prophetical revelations, or they bring conjectures and reasons of their own, or use counterfeit writings.
(b) By dreams and fables, which men pretend to be spiritual revelations.
(c) Either by word of mouth, or by written books.
(d) Either by forged letter, or falsely commented upon.