[Meaning a type of] heretics, holders of the [doctrines] of Novatus.[1]
And Sisinnius[2] became their bishop; an eloquent man, learned in sacred books and above criticism, but in his lifestyle luxurious and changeable. When he was asked why he would bathe a second [time], he said, "Because I can't manage a third." But when he continued to use a white garment, someone from the catholic church mocked him, but he replied: "So tell me, where is it said that one must wear a black garment?" When the other was puzzled, he rejoined by saying: "You will not be able to find proof for your claim; but for me the most wise Solomon gives his approval, saying 'Let your cloaks be white.'[3] And Christ himself in the Gospels appearing in white raiment shows Moses and Elijah similarly [clothed] to his apostles."[4] Besides, many other witty sayings are attributed to him.