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“... the Lord Jesus said, 'To those who are in bonds, Come out, and to those who are in prison, Go forth' (Isa. 49:9); so your sins are forgiven. All, then, are forgiven, nor is there any one whom He has not loosed. For thus it is written, that He has forgiven 'all transgressions, doing away with the handwriting of the ordinance that was against us' (Col. 2:13-14). Why, then, do we hold the bonds of others, while we enjoy our own remission? He, who forgave all, required of all that what every one remembers to have been forgiven to himself, he also should forgive others.”

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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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