Roman theologian and Bishop of Milan (c. 340–397). Ambrose was born in 339 CE in what is now Germany. Ambrose is remembered as a writer, philosopher and theologian, a citizen of Ancient Rome. Notable works include “Hymns”, “Hexaemeron” and “De virginibus”. Positions held included Roman governor and Roman Catholic Archbishop of Milan.
Before and after
- 11 May 330 CEConstantine dedicates Constantinople
- 17 November 331 CEBirth of Julian
- 335 CEConstruction of Church of the Holy Sepulchre
- 22 May 337 CEDeath of Constantine the Great
- 339 CEBirth of Ambrose
- 344 CEBattle of Singara
- 345 CEBirth of Jerome
- 349 CEBirth of John Chrysostom
- 13 November 354 CEBirth of Augustine of Hippo
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