Original sentence: It is to be noted, however, that the church historian Eusebius remarks on Origen's reference to the epistle before 250.Many scholars have noted the similiarities between 2 Clement (1st century - Clement of Rome) and 2 Peter.Several early church writers, the author of the Epistle of Barnabas and the Shepherd of Hermas among others, make allusions to the letter, which may give it an earlier priority
Edited sentence: It is to be noted, however, that the church historian Eusebius remarks on Origin's reference to the epistle before 250.It must thus, be given an earlier priority.Many scholars have noted the similiarities between the pseudo-2 Clement (1st century - Clement of Rome) and 2 Peter.Several early church writers, the author of the Epistle of Barnabas and the Shepherd of Hermas among others, make allusions to the letter