Ambrose of Milan - Political Letters and Speeches Paperback
Ambrose of Milan - Political Letters and Speeches Paperback The episcopate of Ambrose of Milan (374-97) is pivotal to understanding the developing relationship between the Christian Church and the…
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Ambrose of Milan - Political Letters and Speeches Paperback
The episcopate of Ambrose of Milan (374-97) is pivotal to understanding the developing relationship between the Christian Church and the Roman Empire in late antiquity. He also exerted a degree of leadership in doctrinal matters over the bishops of northern Italy and adjacent regions. As bishop of Milan, Ambrose came into frequent contact with the highest levels of the imperial administration, including the emperors Gratian, Valentinian II, and Theodosius I themselves.
This volume presents some of his most important works: the tenth book of his collection of letters; the letters that are preserved outside his published collection (Epistulae extra collectionem); and his funeral speeches for Valentinian II and Theodosius I. Any consideration of Ambrose's career must begin with his own writings. They document not only his influence over the bishops of neighbouring cities, but also his