St. Ambrose: Quick Facts


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Also Known As Saint Ambrosius
Born 339 • Gaul
Died 397 (aged 58) • Milan • Italy
Notable Works “Aeterne rerum Conditor” • “De obitu Theodosii” • “De officiis ministrorum” • “Maker of all things, God most high”

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