Letter 874: Libanius writes to Proclus to support Macedonius, mentioning that Proclus's father also supports the cause.

I really should be one of those people who shows off the letters you've written to me. But since you seem happy to see everyone else and not me, I won't deprive myself of what I can control. I have written to you, I am writing now, and I will continue to write. I am delighted by the many great reports I hear about you, and I pray the gods preserve a man who knows so well how to save great cities. This reputation is exactly what brings Macedonius the philosopher and his city to you. Your own father already encourages you to act in these matters, but your own initiative would make things even better. Join forces with the philosopher, support his case, and add your own brilliance to what has already been achieved.