Saint Ambrose
Bishop
Philosopher & Theologian
Religious Leader
Saint
Writer
An extremely influential Father of the Church, Ambrose was a member of a powerful Roman family. He was unexpectedly chosen as bishop of Milan, even though he was not yet baptized, to help avoid a disputed election and keep the peace. He also wrote masterful literature and hymns. Ambrose converted and baptized Augustine of Hippo, and played a significant role in the cultural and political life of fourth-century Milan.
Important Dates
Ordained: Dec. 7, 374
Died: April 4, 397
Quotation
"If you are at Rome live in the Roman style; if you are elsewhere live as they live elsewhere."-- quoted by Jeremy Taylor in Ductor Dubitantium
At About
Saint Ambrose
Three-page biography from the 1911 Encyclopedia.
On the Web
Saint Ambrose on the Web
In Print
Saint Ambrose in Print
Related Resources
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A multi-page index of philosophical and theological theories and the individuals who contributed them, from the early Middle Ages to the early Modern Age.
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