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“The Lord Jesus himself proclaims, 'This is My Body.' Before the blessing of the heavenly words something of another character is spoken of; after consecration it is designated 'body'. He himself speaks of his blood. Before the consecration it is spoken of as something else; after the consecration it is spoken of as 'blood'. And you say, 'Amen', that is, 'It is true.' What the mouth speaks, let the mind within confess; what the tongue utters, let the heart feel.”

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St. Ambrose, born in 337 and died on April 4, 397, was a significant figure in ancient Christianity, revered as a saint. During his tenure as the bishop of Milan, he was known for his exceptional preaching and theological contributions. Ambrose, who had a background in rhetoric and philosophy, had a profound impact on political, philosophical, and theological domains. His teachings and writings continue to be influential in the study of Christian doctrine and theology. more

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