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“... these three witnesses are one, as John said: 'The water, the blood, and the Spirit' (I Jn. 5:8). One in the mystery, not in nature. The water, then, is a witness of burial, the blood is a witness of death, the Spirit is a witness of life. If, then, there be any grace in the water, it is not from the nature of water, but from the presence of the Holy Spirit.”

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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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