by St. Ambrose of Milan The voice should not be languid, nor feeble, nor womanish in its tone — such a tone of voice as many are in the habit of using, under the idea of seeming important. It should preserve a certain quality, and rhythm, and a manly vigor. For all to do what is best suited to … [Read more...]
On The Bread And Wine
St. Ambrose of Milan Perhaps you will say, I see something else, how is it that you assert that I receive the Body of Christ? And this is the point which remains for us to prove. And what evidence shall we make use of? Let us prove that this is not what nature made, but what the blessing … [Read more...]
On Military Force
by St. Ambrose of Milan This is reprinted from the Nov. 11th, 2010 entry on the excellent blog Lord, I have cried unto Thee. This being Veterans' Day here in the USA, it is a time when we are compelled to rightfully give thanks to our countrymen who serve and have served in our armed forces, … [Read more...]
